Health & Safety Technician

Weston & Sampson Engineers Inc; Wilmington (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 Engineers Inc. is seeking a Health & Safety Technician to join our team in Reading, MA or Wilmington, MA, performing on-site safety inspections, preparing safety plans, and auditing sites for regulatory compliance.

The role includes incident reviews, safety training, and cross-team coordination. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Workplace Health & Safety Management or related field, have 1–3 years of health & safety experience, and OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety

Qualifications

• 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.
• Completion of OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills.
• Ability to work across different work groups to schedule project and worksite safety reviews.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

MS Office Suite

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Workplace Health & Safety Management, Environmental science or equivalent

OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety

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.

Ready to transform your environment? Let's work together.

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.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.