Lead Safety

Pauley Construction, LLC; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Insurance: medical, dental, vision, Rx

401(k) with company match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Gym discounts

Job summary

Pauley Construction, LLC is seeking a Lead Safety to enhance safety culture across our construction sites in the region. You will coordinate training, inspections, and incident investigations, supporting management with data-driven safety decisions.

Ideal candidates hold multiple OSHA certifications, have strong leadership and training skills, and can travel up to 60% as needed. The role emphasizes program development, compliance, and practical field oversight.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years safety-related field experience.
• OSHA 30-hour Construction/General Industry preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate safety training and onsite inspections.
• Investigate accidents or injuries; document and communicate findings to management.
• Develop, implement, and oversee safety procedures and training programs.
• Lead safety audits and accompany continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

OSHA 510

OSHA 500 Trainer

OSHA 511 General Industry

OSHA 501 General Industry Trainer

OSHA 3010 Trench/Excavation

First Aid/CPR/AED Trainer

Safety Audits

Job Safety Observations

DOT/FMCSA Regulations

Excel/Pivot Tables

Leadership/Training

Tools

Microsoft Office/MS Excel

Job description

Discover a more connected career

Our Safety Team is held to high standards and expectations. It is key that you are a self-motivated professional with strong work ethic, organizational and interpersonal skills, and are ready to add value to our team on day one.

The Safety Lead reports directly to the Safety Manager. In this role, the ideal candidate will be responsible for improving the safety culture in the assigned areas by identifying and addressing the concerns. The Safety Lead will also objectively investigate and communicate findings to management.

Connecting You To Great Benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What You’ll Do

• Must maintain the following training certifications on a current basis:
• OSHA 510 Construction Industry Standards (4 years)
• OSHA 500 Construction Industry Standards (Trainer)(4 years)
• OSHA 511 General Industry Standards (4 years)
• OSHA 501 General Industry Standards (Trainer)(4 years)
• OSHA 3010 Trench and Excavation
• First Aid / CPR / AED Trainer (2 years)
• Smith System Certified Driver (Trainer)
• Pauley New Hire Orientation Trainer (NHO)
• SDS Record Keeping Training 29 CFR 1910.1200
• Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Parts 40,303,325,350-399
• Coordinate and facilitate the following functions: conduct safety training, conduct onsite inspections, investigate accidents or injuries
• Document and maintain safety performance standards and specifications
• Provides safety meeting support through topic suggestions, conducting safety meeting audits, and safety presentations.
• Conducts random Job Safety Observations, as well as, auditing the JSO program in their division.
• Review safety data, establish, and enforce safety guidelines and procedures
• Lead and/or assist in the development of safety procedures, programs, and training as well as oversee safety programs
• General clerical/administrative duties, tasks, and special projects as required or assigned
• Participate in all post-accident conference calls in their respective area
• Maintains baseline familiarity with OSHA and DOT regulations as applicable
• Function as safety auditor and conduct safety audits as directed
• Coordinate and facilitate in the following functions: issue safety equipment, conduct safety training programs, conduct onsite inspections of premises or equipment, investigate accidents or injuries
• Evaluate safety performance of employees and sub-contractors, document violations
• Review injury/illness and non-injury incident investigation reports. Provide follow-up, as necessary.
• Monitor company performance in multiple areas using diverse computer applications and methods.
• Oversee or assist with the response and correction of significant safety events such as severe injury/illness, regulatory action, negative press coverage, etc.
• Document and maintain minimum safety performance standards and specifications.
• Monitor and enforce Health & Safety/OSHA and DOT Compliance while interfacing with employees.
• Participate in and/or facilitate all program activities, such as conference calls, workshops, compliance audits, reporting, etc.
• Review all inspection reports, establish, and enforce safety guidelines and procedures.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with central leadership, regional operations, and teams to ensure that safety strategies and programs align with regulations, corporate expectations, and policies.
• Lead and/or assist in the development of safety procedures, programs, and training as well as oversee safety programs.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the safety protocols, procedures, and tools of the safety program (self‑assessment, compliance assurance, audit, etc.).
• General clerical/administrative duties, tasks, and special projects as required or assigned.
• All other duties as assigned to support the business needs.

What You’ll Need

• To be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• Valid State driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record
• Must be able to pass a background check and company drug screening.
• Must be able to attend and pass all company required training as needed.
• May be required to work over‑time; after hours; on weekends or be on‑call as work is needed to ensure work is completed.
• May include working nights and holidays as needed.

Additional Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of safety related field experience
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• Demonstrated knowledge of Federal OSHA Construction Regulations, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and DOT regulations
• Experience providing safety training and implementing safety initiatives.
• Project management experience.
• Ability to learn and navigate multiple internal computer applications and to interact with the data contained therein to form conclusions and strategies based on that data.
• Demonstrated experience presenting training material and leading project groups, including employees of all levels, vendors, and customers - expert trainer with the ability to train others as trainer.
• Must have demonstrated skill in Microsoft Excel to include creation and use of pivot tables, Google Applications for Business, and additional Microsoft Office products and iPhone applications.
• Must be able to demonstrate strong leadership skills including the ability to collaborate.
• Strong documentation skills and proven analytical and problem‑solving abilities in a changing environment.
• Ability to prioritize workload, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work self‑directed with a sense of urgency.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communications skills.
• Must have and maintain a valid Driver's’ License and acceptable driving record; company vehicle assigned.
• Able to travel extensively (approximately 30% of the time on average and up to 60% depending on business needs) - Travel is by car or air, Monday-Friday but, may extend over weekends, on occasion.
• OSHA 30-hour Construction and/or General Industry Certification, preferred.
• CPR, First AID, AED certified, preferred.
• Power, Construction, or Telecom Industry experience, preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish), strongly preferred.

Physical & Safety Requirements And The Working Environment

(The physical duties outlined below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to be able to perform the outlined functions)

• Duties outlined in this position will require the employee to stand, crouch, sit, bend, use hands and fingers to handle or feel as well as reaching with hands and arms to spaces both high and low. The employee will be standing, walking, climbing, balancing, crawling, crouching, lifting, holding or stooping a moderate amount of time while on shift.
• The noise level in the work environment for this position is moderate.
• Employees performing functions of this position are regularly exposed to outside weather conditions which can include but is not limited to: extreme heat and cold temperatures; inclement weather such as rain, snow, sleet and dust; adverse driving conditions including wet roads, icy roads, and fog.
• Employees performing these job functions are required to lift or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds in a shift with assistance.
• Employees in this job classification may be exposed to dust, fumes or other airborne pathogens.
• Specific vision abilities required to perform this job include but are not limited to: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus potentially near and/or far as needed.

Pauley Construction, LLC: as well as the position of Lead Safety, are safety sensitive.

Pay Range

Annual salary range for the Lead Safety position is $75,000 - $85,000 depending on experience.

Why grow your career with us

Pauley Construction is a regional contractor providing infrastructure solutions for the installation and maintenance of utility systems further offering regional contracting services throughout the West United States, specializing in full turnkey services for the design, installation and maintenance of utility infrastructure. Pauley has a highly skilled, diversified workforce that allows the flexibility to choose the most cost-effective and least disruptive placement methods. Our experienced and knowledgeable employees have helped us become a respected name in the utility construction industry.

Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Pauley has served its customers located across many of the major Western markets, including Arizona, California, Colorado and Wyoming. Founded in 1991, Pauley is dedicated to meeting and exceeding its customer needs by adopting new technologies and providing superior customer service. From deep-ditch excavation, hand-digs, aerial construction to technical services including fiber and copper splicing, Pauley will get the job done right while guaranteeing on‑time delivery.

Building stronger solutions together

Our company is an equal‑opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands‑on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety‑first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.