Onsite Safety Technician

Gaylor Electric, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaylor Electric, Inc. is seeking a Safety Manager to implement and enforce safety programs across construction sites. You will develop accident prevention plans, manage permits, and lead incident investigations to minimize on-site injuries.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of safety management experience, knowledge of OSHA rules, and strong administrative and communication skills. Travel to project sites may be required; high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency with computers and standard software required.
• Experience with safety management and OSHA rules is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an accident prevention program and training plan to meet project safety specs and requirements.
• Identify safety work permits and ensure compliance with project plans.
• Conduct timely incident investigations and reporting.
• Evaluate results of safety program efforts and determine corrective actions.
• Administer the Tool Box Talks program and select timely topics.
• Participate in loss control programs and safety training initiatives.
• Enforce company safety policies and participate in special projects.
• Prepare statistical reports and maintain records for reporting and auditing.
• Handle safety inquiries and provide direct action responses.
• Assist Education Department with OSHA training and certifications.
• Conduct routine job site safety inspections.
• Liaise with external agencies as needed.
• Organize workload to meet deadlines.
• Assist Safety Director with presentations and company events.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Licensing requirements in applicable states.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Technology proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Scope of Work:

Implements and enforces company and/or customer safety programs and procedures in order to reduce the frequency of work-related accidents and injuries with emphasis on aggressive prevention efforts for on-the-job accidents and injuries. Reports directly to the assigned Project Manager with guidance provided by the corporate Safety Director. Travel may be required.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement an accident prevention program and training plan to meet project safety specs and requirements.
• Identify safety work permits and assure compliance with project contract plans.
• Conduct incident/investigation reporting in a timely manner.
• Evaluates results of safety program efforts as reported through various sources and determines appropriate actions.
• Oversees and administers Company 'Tool Box Talks' program. Selects and distributes topics for timely presentation.
• Participates in loss control programs: employee injuries, health claims, equipment damage, material damage, job site security, and employee safety training.
• Participates in the enforcement of Company safety policies and procedures as well as special projects.
• Prepares statistical reports as requested. Maintains all necessary records and files for reporting and auditing purposes.
• Handles safety inquiries/situations through direct personal action.
• Prepares, composes, and initiates correspondence, memoranda, presentation material, and reports.
• Participates/assists the Education Department with safety training, OSHA training and safety certifications.
• Makes routine job site safety inspections.
• May serve as liaison with the community or other external agencies with regard to Company/Department activities, programs, and needs.
• Organizes and prioritizes workload to meet deadlines.
• Answers safety related inquiries, provides information and/or redirects inquiries as appropriate.
• Assists Safety Director with presentations and organization of Company events.
• Other duties as assigned.
• License Requirements : I n states where required.
• Education : High school graduate, holder of G.E.D., or equivalent studies/experience.
• Experience : 3-5 years p revious safety management/administration experience preferred. Knowledge of construction OSHA rules, regulations and record keeping. Strong administrative, computer, organization, and communication skills required.
• Specialized Skills: High level interpersonal relationship skills, proficiency in communication skills, organization skills, and must be technology/computer proficient.

Gaylor Electric, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans.