Health & Safety Technician

Weston & Sampson; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Ownership mindset

Growth opportunities

Flexible workplace

Strong culture

Job summary

Weston & Sampson is seeking a Health & Safety Technician to join our Reading, MA or Wilmington, MA team. The role focuses on conducting on-site safety inspections, preparing safety plans, and auditing facilities to ensure regulatory compliance.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in workplace health & safety or related field, 1–3 years of experience, and OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety certification. Strong communication skills and multi-tasking ability are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in workplace health and safety or equivalent is preferred.
• 1–3 years of health and safety experience in relevant environments.
• OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety certification completed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site safety inspections at active project sites.
• Prepare and review Health & Safety Plans and safety documents.
• Complete work site and facility audits for regulatory compliance.
• Provide safety training and communicate action items to teams.
• Support incident reviews and track corrective actions.
• Maintain records, training, and policy updates.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Multi-tasking

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Workplace Health & Safety Management, Environmental science or equivalent

Tools

OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety

MS Office Suite

Job description

Weston & Sampson is currently seeking a Health & Safety Technician to join our team. This position will be based out of our Reading, MA or Wilmington, MA office locations.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct on-site safety inspections at active project site
• Prepare and review Health & Safety Plans and associated safety documents for operations at ongoing project sites
• Complete work site and facility audits for regulatory compliance
• Prepare safety inspection and safety audit summaries to communicate action items to project teams and managers
• Participate in workplace incident and near-miss reviews
• Work with the Safety Team and others to provide Health & Safety training for staff and clients
• Communicate and work with project personnel and managers to coordinate completion of safety and regulatory action items, track completion, and conduct follow-up as needed
• Provide administrative support: training, record keeping, policy review and updates
• Attend corporate safety meetings and group meetings
• Possible emergency response events including overnight and weekend work
• Overnight travel may be required

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Workplace Health & Safety Management, Environmental science or equivalent with a concentration in health and safety preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in the health & safety environment
• Successful completion of OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Highly motivated and a self-starter
• Ability to work across different work groups to schedule project and worksite safety reviews
• Keen attention to detail
• Strong listening, written and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and be organized
• Flexibility to meet project schedules
• Valid driver's license

What You Could Also Bring

• Successful completion of OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety
• OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations (HAZWOPER) Certification
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification
• Experience in health & safety in wastewater/water treatment, construction, roadways, environmental or similar projects
• Working knowledge and proficiency in the application of OSHA regulatory requirements for environmental, construction, infrastructure operation, and maintenance and engineering projects

Salary Range: $65,000-$70,000 annually dependent on experience

Overview

At Weston & Sampson, you'll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We're looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

We are a 100% employee-owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward-thinking environment grounded in respectfor each other's ideas.

We Offer

• Meaningful work:Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments
• Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success
• Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways
• Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around
• Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.

A note to third-party recruiters

Weston & Sampson manages all recruiting directly. We do not accept unsolicited resumes without a signed agreement in place. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered property of Weston & Sampson, and we are not responsible for associated fees.