HSE Technician

Matrix Project Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Disability benefits

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Performance or safety bonus program

Job summary

Matrix Service Company is seeking an HSE Technician to support the implementation of Project HSE Management Systems at project sites. You will educate and monitor safety compliance for field activities to promote a safe and healthy work environment.

Travel to project sites is required with per diem provided for eligible assignments. The role includes participating in safety orientation, inspections, incident investigations, and permit issuance under supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CHST designation or OSHA 500/502 certification preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of federal, state, local and company safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Company with high moral standards and adhere to the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
• Support safety and Core Values across projects.
• Promote HSE compliance with site management and subcontractors.
• Assist in controlling hazardous conditions and unsafe behavior.
• Assist in safety supervision and administration of first aid and rescue activities.
• Participate in safety orientation trainings.
• Perform regular safety inspections of construction areas.
• Assist in accident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Document accidents, safety violations, and unsafe conditions.
• Issue work permits as trained.
• Participate in housekeeping activities.

Skills

Safety regulations enforcement

Hazard recognition

Interpersonal communication

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma

CHST designation or equivalent

OSHA 500/502 Certification

Job description

Job Summary

The HSE Technician will assist in the overall implementation of the various Project HSE Management Systems as directed by the HSE Supervisor / Manager. The HSE Technician will be at the project site to implement, educate, and monitor HSE compliance for field work activities to promote a safe and healthy work environment.

Travel Requirements

Must be willing and able to travel to assigned project site locations as required. Per diem will be provided for eligible travel assignments in accordance with company policy.

Essential Functions

• Always represent the Company with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
• Actively support the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”
• Visibly communicate a strong commitment to the Project’s HSE and Security Plans through a positive working relationship and accountability with site management and subcontractors.
• Assist in controlling hazardous working conditions and unsafe employee behavior through peer-to-peer conversations and interface with field supervisory personnel.
• Assist in supervision and administration of safety, first aid and rescue squad activities.
• Participate and/or assist conducting staff and craft safety orientation training program.
• Perform regular inspections of assigned construction site work areas.
• Assist in accident/incident investigations, ensuring that root causes and causal factors have been captured, and preventive and corrective actions are implemented.
• Document all accidents, safety violations, unsafe conditions and activities.
• Issue work permits as required per training received.
• Participate in housekeeping activities.
• Perform additional assignments by supervisor’s direction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, and
  • 3+ years safety experience as an individual contributor in construction or industrial fabrication facility or equivalent background, or
  • A CHST designation or equivalent with a minimum of one (1) year construction experience as a titled safety professional, or
  • Possess the current OSHA 500/502 Certification and a minimum of two (2) years construction experience as a titled safety professional.
• Advanced knowledge and ability to enforce all federal state, local and company safety regulations required.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures essential.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Basic computer applications knowledge and use.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able and willing to work at elevated heights from ladders, scaffolding, aerial work platforms, etc.
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Work may include pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds, such as raw or fabricated material, equipment or tools.
• Must be able to perform tasks in hot and cold temperatures.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Work may include frequent bending, kneeling, crouching and stooping and occasional climbing onto equipment and/or trailers.
• Work involves standing and/or walking for extended periods of time, up to a minimum of 8 hours per day.

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In addition, full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance. Some employees may also be eligible for paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a performance or safety bonus program.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a culture of engagement, respect, collaboration and teamwork.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.