Field Safety Specialist: Inspections & Training Lead

Hatzel & Buehler Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Hatzel & Buehler Inc. is seeking a Safety Specialist to support the Branch Safety Manager by independently handling routine safety assignments across designated jobsites.

The role conducts inspections, delivers training, and works with field supervision to resolve hazards, bringing complex issues to the Branch Safety Manager. You will participate in project safety meetings, review pre-task plans, coordinate safety across projects, and help with incident investigations.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of construction safety experience.
• Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety preferred; relevant field experience may substitute.
• Ability to conduct routine inspections, communicate corrective actions, and follow up with limited day-to-day direction.

Responsibilities

• Plan and complete routine inspections; verify corrective actions.
• Coordinate safety support across projects and inform the Branch Safety Manager of priorities.
• Review pre-task plans and JHAs with field supervision.
• Deliver new employee orientations and toolbox talks.
• Assist with incident investigations and track corrective actions.
• Maintain safety records and report recurring concerns.
• Participate in project safety meetings with field teams.
• Support PPE needs and branch safety initiatives.
• Guide Safety Technicians in field development.
• Perform other safety-related duties as assigned.

Skills

OSHA 30 Certification

NFPA 70E Training

First Aid/CPR Certification

Safety Management System

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Driver's License

Field Safety Experience

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Safety Management System Software

Job description

Hatzel & Buehler Inc. is seeking a Safety Specialist to support the Branch Safety Manager by independently handling routine safety assignments across designated jobsites.

The role conducts inspections, delivers training, and works with field supervision to resolve hazards, bringing complex issues to the Branch Safety Manager. You will participate in project safety meetings, review pre-task plans, coordinate safety across projects, and help with incident investigations.