Field Safety Specialist — Travel-Heavy Compliance

Construction Association of Michigan; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Student loan assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Construction Association of Michigan is seeking a Safety Specialist focused on field-based compliance, inspections, and training. The role involves frequent travel to multiple project sites under supervision of experienced safety professionals and supports the Safety Manager.

Candidates will conduct inspections, issue permits, assist investigations, and help maintain safety documentation while staying current with health and safety regulations; heavy travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field.
• Professional safety certification (ASP or GSP) preferred.
• At least two years of safety management-related experience, or five years in professional, technical safety management, and/or electric utility operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular walk-through inspections of construction and workshop areas to ensure safety compliance with standards.
• Identify, document, and follow up on hazardous conditions and corrective actions.
• Assist in preparing safety documentation, inspection reports, and corrective procedure recommendations.
• Collaborate with the Safety Manager to plan inspections, manage safety supplies, and prepare for work.
• Assist in investigations of injuries and property damage, compiling data and reports.
• Issue safe work permits (e.g., confined space entry) as needed.
• Support federal, state, and local safety inspections.
• Conduct onboarding and training for new hires and ongoing safety training for employees.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable health and safety regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health

ASP or GSP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Construction Association of Michigan is seeking a Safety Specialist focused on field-based compliance, inspections, and training. The role involves frequent travel to multiple project sites under supervision of experienced safety professionals and supports the Safety Manager.

Candidates will conduct inspections, issue permits, assist investigations, and help maintain safety documentation while staying current with health and safety regulations; heavy travel is required.