Safety Auditor

Meruelo Group; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Neal Electric, Inc. in Carlsbad, CA, is seeking a Safety Auditor to support field operations by enforcing safety policies and health guidelines across projects.

You will administer the safety program, conduct inspections at facilities and job sites, assist with industrial hygiene surveys, and ensure documentation and corrective actions are completed in alignment with OSHA standards. A high school diploma and mechanically inclined aptitude are required; construction safety experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate and mechanically inclined.
• Preferred 1 year of safety/health experience in construction.
• Ability to understanding safety programs and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Company safety program and coordinate activities.
• Conduct announced and unannounced safety inspections of facilities and job sites.
• Assist in industrial hygiene surveys as required.
• Recommend safety equipment and coordinate with safety committees.
• Maintain records and reports per procedures and implement corrective action.
• Keep current on OSHA standards and accident prevention trends.

Skills

Safety regulations knowledge

Hazard recognition

Interpersonal communication

MS Word

MS Excel

OSHA compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

For over 40 years, Neal Electric has been providing electrical services to our customers throughout Southern California. Our union shop has grown from a family business to a larger corporation, and we continue to provide value through innovative approaches and reliable performance. Neal’s reputation of high-quality work product and unparalleled customer service is built from training and growing our best employees from within and keeping all aspects of our work in house.

Neal Electric, Inc. has an excellent opportunity for a Safety Auditor based out of our Carlsbad, CA location. The ideal candidate will provide direct safety support to the field and operations department to ensure overall safety guidelines are being completed.

PURPOSE:

The Safety Auditor is responsible for administering the Company safety and health and accident prevention program and to ensure all employees have a safe environment in which to work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer the Company safety program; implement and coordinate safety and health activities
• Conduct announced and unannounced occupational safety and health inspections of company facilities, equipment, materials, operations and job sites to ensure compliance with corporate safety policy, and all federal, state and local regulations.
• Assist in industrial hygiene surveys, as required
• Recommend safety equipment to be used or worn; coordinate with safety committees and the purchasing departments concerning the purchase, storage and issuance of approved safety equipment and products for employees.
• Provide facilities and safety support.
• Keep current on new trends and methods in accident prevention field; keep current on OSHA reports and standards.
• Administer safety awareness awards program.
• Attend and participate in professional safety organization projects.
• Review documentation to insure all required records and reports are complete, accurate and submitted per established procedures, and implement appropriate corrective action as required.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School Graduate
• Mechanically inclined

Preferred 1 year occupational safety/health experience in the construction industry or an equivalent combination of education, training and practical experience.

LICENSE:

Possession of a valid class C California driver's license and possession of a good driving record

SKILLS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Thorough understanding of and ability to enforce federal, state, local and company regulations.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures essential.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Must have knowledge of applicable safety regulations, regulatory requirements and industry standards for construction and general industry; knowledge of EPA, DOT and NEPA standards.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, possess good organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel and have knowledge of spreadsheet applications.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk; stand and sit for prolong periods.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.

Working conditions consists of a temperature-controlled office, outside elements such as rain, cold, and heat when driving from jobsite to jobsite auditing or attending meetings, etc. Noise levels are moderate to loud depending on jobsite.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees assigned to this position. This description assists in ADA compliance, and is not intended for any other purpose such as compensation. All employees must comply with company policies and applicable laws. Management retains the right to assign additional duties periodically and the discretion to add or change the duties of this position at any time.

Neal Electric offers a very competitive pay and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and 401k.

Minorities and Females are encouraged to apply. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability. Neal Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer.