Safety and Compliance Technician

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. in Florida is seeking a Safety & Compliance Technician to help monitor workplace activities and ensure adherence to OSHA standards and company safety policies.

You will perform safety inspections, conduct trainings in the safety officer's absence, and identify opportunities to minimize injuries. The role requires strong communication, organization, and attention to detail, with a requirement for a Florida driver’s license and a health and safety certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or related field.
• HS Diploma Required.
• Health and safety certification required.
• One year of related experience preferred.
• Valid Florida driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Identifies opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems.
• Conducts employee training in absence of the safety officer on applicable safety standards.
• Conducts safety inspections in absence of the safety officer and audits to assess employee compliance with safety regulations.
• Inspects safety equipment; recommends replacements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Training ability

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or related field

HS Diploma

Health and safety certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

POSITION SUMMARYThe Safety & Compliance Technician assists with monitoring workplace activities to promote and ensure employee compliance with applicable safety regulations.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSReasonable Accommodations StatementTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Essential Functions Statement(s)Identifies opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems.Conducts employee training in absence of the safety officer on applicable safety standards.Conducts safety inspections in absence of the safety officer and audits to assess employee compliance with safety regulations.Inspects safety equipment; recommends replacements.Performs other related duties as assigned.POSITION QUALIFICATIONSCompetency Statement(s)Knowledge of company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to conduct training.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.SKILLS & ABILITIESExcellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Education:Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or related field preferred.HS Diploma RequiredHealth and safety certification required.ExperienceOne year of related experience preferred.Computer SkillsGeneral computer and office skills neededCertificates & LicensesA valid Florida driver’s licensePHYSICAL DEMANDSPhysical DemandsLift/CarryStandF (Frequently)WalkF (Frequently)SitO (Occasionally)Handling / FingeringF (Frequently)Reach OutwardF (Frequently)Reach Above ShoulderF (Frequently)ClimbF (Frequently)CrawlO (Occasionally)Squat or KneelF (Frequently)BendF (Frequently)10 lbs or lessF (Frequently)11-20 lbsF (Frequently)21-50 lbsF (Frequently)51-100 lbsN (Not Applicable)Over 100 lbsN (Not Applicable)Push/Pull12 lbs or lessF (Frequently)13-25 lbsF (Frequently)26-40 lbsF (Frequently)41-100 lbsF (Frequently)N (Not Applicable)Activity is not applicable to this occupation.O (Occasionally)Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)F (Frequently)Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)C (Constantly)Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)Other Physical RequirementsVision (Near, Distance, Peripheral, Depth Perception)Sense of Sound (must be able to hear alarms on forklifts and radio calls)Sense of TouchAbility to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, steel toed boots)Ability to travel throughout facility to conduct safety inspectionsWORK ENVIRONMENTOutdoor environment, Excessive heat, Excessive coldThe Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.