Junior Safety Associate – Construction

United-Contractor-Services; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Volunteer leave

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

United Contractor Services is seeking a Junior Safety Associate to support field and office safety operations across our rapidly expanding projects. The role emphasizes hands-on safety leadership on job sites and ensuring compliance with federal and state standards while coordinating trainings for crews and subcontractors.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year in construction safety, OSHA 30 certification, and is fluent in English and Spanish.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a construction safety role.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish required.
• Able and willing to travel out of state on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Set the standard through consistent, quality-focused safety leadership on assigned sites.
• Handle the daily rollout and monitoring of all company safety programs.
• Run onsite training for crews and subcontractors and coordinate recurring safety workshops.
• Expect a physical, active workday - roughly 80% of your time is spent on your feet.
• Must be able to independently lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds as needed.

Skills

Safety leadership

Bilingual English/Spanish

Travel readiness

Education

OSHA 30 certification

Job description

Who We Are:

United Contractor Services stands among North America's largest and fastest-growing specialty subcontractors, with a Top 50 ranking in Walls and Ceilings nationwide. That reputation comes from investing in people who are driven, dependable, and committed to doing the job right. We're expanding our safety team and have room for an early-career safety professional ready to make a genuine difference.

What This Position Is About:

This is a hands-on, field-based role for someone who takes safety seriously. As a Junior Safety Associate, you'll help keep our job sites compliant, our crews trained, and our safety culture strong. You'll split your time between office and field environments, making sure employees and subcontractors have what they need to prevent accidents and meet all applicable federal and state safety standards. Regular out-of-state travel comes with the territory, so flexibility and a road-ready mindset are essential.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a construction safety role.
• OSHA 30 certification required.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish required.
• Able and willing to travel out of state on a regular basis.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Set the standard through consistent, quality-focused safety leadership on assigned sites.
• Handle the daily rollout and monitoring of all company safety programs.
• Run onsite training for crews and subcontractors and coordinate recurring safety workshops.
• Expect a physical, active workday - roughly 80% of your time is spent on your feet.
• Must be able to independently lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds as needed.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Annual salary of $60,000-$70,000
• Performance-based bonuses tied to clear, achievable goals
• Optional medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off and paid company holidays
• An extra week of paid volunteer leave each year, on top of standard PTO
• Advancement opportunities within a company growing across the country

Take the Next Step:

If you're an up-and-coming safety professional looking for a company that will invest in your development and put you on meaningful projects nationwide, United Contractor Services is the place for you. Our team is built from motivated, hardworking people who genuinely care about one another and the work they do.

United Contractor Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law.

Drug Test and Background Disclaimer:

Candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo a drug test and background check in accordance with applicable laws. Providing false information may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or termination of employment. By submitting an application, candidates acknowledge and agree to these requirements.