Lead Technician QHSE

Primoris Services Corporation; Minnesota; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation, paid weekly

Medical, dental, vision, LTD/STD

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Pet coverage

Legal assistance coverage

Award-winning safety programs

Job summary

Primoris Services Corporation is seeking a Lead Technician QHSE to support the implementation and maintenance of QHSE systems across multiple projects and sites. You will conduct inspections, train staff, and investigate incidents to foster a safe and environmentally responsible work environment.

The role requires 5+ years in QHSE, OSHA 30-hour certification, and strong knowledge of regulations. Travel to project sites is anticipated as needed, with a focus on safety culture and regulatory

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a dedicated QHSE role, preferably within construction, utilities, or energy sectors.
• OSHA 30-hour certification for General Industry or Construction.
• Proven knowledge of federal, state, and local QHSE regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Strong incident investigation techniques and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills with ability to train and influence others.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel to various project sites as required.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular QHSE inspections and audits of work sites, equipment, and processes.
• Assist in development, implementation, and enforcement of QHSE policies, procedures, and programs.
• Deliver QHSE training to employees, including new hire orientations and toolbox talks.
• Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate QHSE records and reports, including incident logs and training records.
• Collaborate with project managers and employees to promote a strong safety culture.
• Monitor compliance with local, state, and federal QHSE regulations and company standards.
• Participate in the development and review of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Assist in emergency preparedness and planning, including drills and evaluations.
• Provide technical support and guidance on QHSE matters to site personnel.

Skills

QHSE management

Regulatory knowledge

Incident investigation

Training delivery

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or Environmental Science

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

Job Summary

The Lead Technician QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment) is responsible for supporting the implementation and maintenance of Primoris Services Corporation's QHSE management systems across various projects and operational sites. This role involves conducting inspections, training employees, investigating incidents, and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and company policies to foster a safe and environmentally responsible work environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct regular QHSE inspections and audits of work sites, equipment, and processes to identify potential hazards and non-compliance issues.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and enforcement of QHSE policies, procedures, and programs.
• Deliver QHSE training to employees, including new hire orientations, toolbox talks, and specialized safety courses.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, determine root causes, and recommend corrective and preventative actions.
• Maintain accurate QHSE records, documentation, and reports, including incident logs, inspection findings, and training records.
• Collaborate with project managers, supervisors, and employees to promote a strong safety culture and ensure effective communication of QHSE requirements.
• Monitor compliance with local, state, and federal QHSE regulations, as well as company standards.
• Participate in the development and review of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and other risk assessment tools.
• Assist in emergency preparedness and response planning, including conducting drills and evaluating effectiveness.
• Provide technical support and guidance on QHSE matters to site personnel.

Job Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a dedicated QHSE role, preferably within the construction, utilities, or energy sectors.
• OSHA 30-hour certification for General Industry or Construction.
• Proven knowledge of federal, state, and local QHSE regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Strong understanding of incident investigation techniques and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively train and influence others.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel to various project sites as required.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

Company Overview

Primoris Energy Services is a major direct-hire contractor in the U.S. delivering self-performed turnkey industrial construction and EPC services. We offer these services to our clients within the refining, gas processing, chemical/petrochemical, hydrogen, power generation, mining, pulp and paper industries from the first groundbreaking activity all the way through commissioning and start-up of the project. Primoris forms a partnership with our customers and major stakeholders from early-stage engineering through construction completion and commercial operation, safely, on-time, and within budget.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award-winning safety programs.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

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