Junior Safety Associate – Construction

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Volunteer Leave

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

United Contractor Services in the Richmond, Virginia area is seeking a Junior Safety Associate to join our field- and office-based safety team. You will help keep job sites compliant, train crews, and reinforce a strong safety culture while traveling to projects nationwide.

The role requires OSHA 30, 1 year safety experience, bilingual English/Spanish, and the ability to lift and move safely. Competitive salary plus performance-based bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

OSHA 30 certification

Bilingual English/Spanish

Travel willingness

Construction safety experience

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Salary: $60000 - $70000 per year