Safety Inspector

wilsonconst; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid medical

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Personal time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Wilson Construction Co. is hiring a Safety Inspector in Nevada, Iowa. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations on-site, conducting audits, and training employees on safety protocols. Candidates must have a minimum of five years’ experience in safety programs and at least three years in the electrical transmission industry.

Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package are offered, including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience in safety programs.
• At least three years’ experience in the high voltage electrical transmission industry.
• Must communicate effectively and handle difficult terrain.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and conduct safety audits.
• Implement corrective actions for safety compliance issues.
• Conduct safety orientations and training for employees.

Skills

Experience in safety programs

Knowledge of OSHA laws

Effective communication

Ability to learn technical aspects

Education

Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP)

First Aid and CPR certification

Valid CDL & Medical Card

Job description

The Safety Inspector for Wilson is responsible for ensuring work site compliance with all applicable Federal, State and Local safety regulations as well as all elements of the Wilson safety program. The Safety Inspector reports to and coordinates their work activities with the Director of Safety and is responsible for performing the following essential duties and responsibilities; other duties may be assigned as needed:

• Attend morning tailboard meetings and be prepared to cover daily safety topics. Discuss job site, incidents near misses and good catches.
• Set a good example by following good safety practices in all activities—particularly with respect to personal protective equipment and clothing.
• Perform a minimum of one safety audit per crew using the iAuditor app. Audits shall include a thorough survey of site conditions, and analysis of potential hazards being encountered, and a determination of the kind and extent of safeguards necessary to accomplish the work in a safe manner and/or as appropriate.
• Implement immediate corrective action whenever noncompliance with the safety program or Federal, State or local laws or regulations is found.
• Evaluate the effectiveness and use of HPI principles and the safety performance of field employees and provide guidance and training where needed to improve performance and safety.
• Review audit results with General Foremen and foremen and on a periodic basis review accident, near-misses, disciplinary actions taken, and safety suggestions offered from the field.
• Conduct safety orientations and training for new employees and former employees returning to the Company after an extended absence.
• Coordinate new hire drug testing.
• Administer the fall protection program and fit testing where applicable.
• Administer employee-training.
• Ensure that employee’s operating Wilson equipment have the required certificates.
• Review Wilson’s truck/equipment safety inspection reports (Zonar, DVIR’s).
• Investigate all incidents and near miss reports and file reports as required.
• Make available all necessary personal protective equipment, job safety materials, first aid supplies, and emergency information.
• Meet with Wilson management on periodic basis to discuss accidents and accident trends, employee safety performance, safety suggestions from the field, ways and means of improving the effectiveness of the safety program, and the scheduled training programs.

Safety Inspector Requirements

• A minimum of five years’ experience supporting or leading safety programs.
• A minimum of three years’ experience in the industry they are responsible for overseeing. This experience must be in the high voltage electrical transmission and distribution trade.
• Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) with a background in Electric transmission and Distribution utility services.
• Working knowledge of state and federal OSHA laws and regulations.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Must be able to work outside and travel.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various levels of staff and personality types.
• Desire and ability to learn the technical aspects of our industry.
• May be expected to walk and maneuver difficult terrain on job sites.
• Must have a valid CDL & Medical Card.

Competitive salary and excellent benefits package including employer paid medical, dental, vision, 401(k), personal time off and holiday pay.

Wilson Construction Co. is 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.

Smoke & drug free environment. Successful candidates will be required to pass post‑offer and random drug tests, including marijuana.