Onsite Safety Pro - Drywall Construction

Anning-Johnson Co; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Anning‑Johnson Co is seeking an Onsite Safety Specialist to monitor and enforce safety on commercial drywall construction sites. You will conduct inspections, lead safety orientations, and partner with field teams to stop unsafe work.

Required: at least 2 years of construction safety experience, OSHA 30‑Hour Construction certification, First Aid/CPR/AED, and strong documentation skills. You will maintain records, participate in investigations, and stay current with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of construction safety experience.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required.
• Knowledge of OSHA, federal, state, and local safety laws and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain detailed documentation.
• Must be able to walk, stand, climb on job sites in various weather.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification required.
• OSHA 510, STSC or CHST certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine safety inspections of job sites to identify hazards and ensure OSHA compliance.
• Lead safety orientations for new employees and conduct toolbox talks.
• Monitor PPE use and adherence to safe work practices.
• Assist in accident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain safety records, inspection reports, training logs, and incident docs.
• Partner with project management to reinforce safety expectations and stop unsafe work.
• Provide coaching to promote safe behavior and awareness.
• Stay current with changes in safety regulations and best practices.

Skills

Safety compliance

OSHA knowledge

Site inspections

Communication skills

Documentation

Independent worker

PPE management

Education

OSHA 30-Hour Construction

First Aid/CPR/AED

OSHA 510 / CHST

STSC

Job description

Description

Job Summary

The Onsite Safety Specialist is responsible for monitoring and enforcing safety compliance on commercial drywall construction sites. This position ensures all field activities are performed in accordance with federal, state, and local safety regulations, as well as company policies and procedures. The role supports a culture of safety through inspections, training, documentation, and collaboration with field personnel and site leadership.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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  Conducts routine and targeted safety inspections of job sites to identify hazards and ensure compliance with OSHA standards and company safety protocols.

  
  


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  Leads safety orientations for new employees and conducts daily and weekly safety meetings, including toolbox talks.

  
  


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  Monitors use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safe work practices among field crews.

  
  


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  Assists in accident or incident investigations, including root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective actions.

  
  


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  Maintains accurate safety records, including inspection reports, training logs, and incident documentation.

  
  


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  Partners with project management and field leadership to reinforce jobsite safety expectations and stop unsafe work when necessary.

  
  


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  Provides ongoing coaching and support to promote safe behavior and increase safety awareness.

  
  


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  Stays current with changes in safety regulations and industry best practices.

  
  

Qualifications:

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  Minimum of 2 years of experience in construction safety; experience in drywall or related trades preferred.

  
  


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  OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required.

  
  


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  Knowledge of applicable OSHA, federal, state, and local safety laws and regulations.

  
  


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  Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  
  


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  Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain detailed documentation.

  
  


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  Must be able to walk, stand, climb, and navigate construction sites in various weather conditions.

  
  


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  First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

  
  


• OSHA 510, STSC or CHST

Physical Demands:

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  Must be able to walk, stand, and move around construction job sites for extended periods of time.

  
  


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  Frequent climbing, bending, reaching, and kneeling may be required.

  
  


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  Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

  
  


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  Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and terrain.

  
  


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  Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, high-visibility vests, and steel-toed boots.

  
  


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  May be exposed to construction noise, dust, and other environmental hazards commonly found on active job sites.

  
  

Note: This job description is not intended to be a complete listing of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties may be added or changed at any time based on business needs.

Anning-Johnson Co is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
Leader - Inspires teammates to follow them
Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Licenses & Certifications

OSHA 510 (preferred)
First Aid/CPR/AED (required)

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