*Safety Inspector*

The Tatitlek Corporation; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tatitlek Corporation is seeking a Safety Inspector to ensure compliance with federal, state, and contract-specific safety standards at the FASTC compound in Virginia, Minnesota. This vital role requires deep expertise in industrial safety and a commitment to preventing accidents and maintaining regulatory adherence.

Responsibilities include conducting inspections, managing safety documentation, and providing training to personnel. Applicants must have a minimum of 15 years of safety experience, a degree in a relevant field, and the ability to obtain a secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in safety roles within industrial facilities.
• At least 5 years of experience specifically as a Safety Inspector.
• Secret security clearance required or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety compliance for all work activities.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify hazards.
• Prepare and submit OSHA reports and documentation.

Skills

OSHA reporting requirements

Hazard identification

Regulatory compliance

Excellent communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Health & Safety

Tools

OSHA 10 & OSHA 30 certifications

HAZWOPER 40 certification

EM-385-1-1 certification

Job description

Overview

The Safety Inspector is responsible for ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and contract‑specific safety standards across all operations at FASTC compound. This role supports a high‑security, mission‑critical environment and requires deep expertise in industrial safety practices, hazard mitigation, and regulatory reporting. The Safety Inspector plays a key role in developing, implementing, and overseeing safety programs that protect personnel, facilities, and equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee safety compliance for all work activities, ensuring adherence to OSHA regulations, EM‑385‑1‑1 requirements, and site‑specific safety protocols.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit required OSHA reports, logs, and documentation.
• Conduct routine and unannounced inspections of work areas, equipment, and procedures to identify hazards and verify compliance.
• Develop and deliver safety briefings, training sessions, and toolbox talks for personnel and subcontractors.
• Create and maintain a comprehensive method statement outlining how the Safety Department is structured, staffed, and managed.
• Investigate accidents, near‑misses, and unsafe conditions; prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with supervisors, managers, and technical teams to implement risk‑reduction strategies and safe‑work practices.
• Review contractor safety plans, job hazard analyses, and permits to ensure alignment with regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Monitor use of PPE, lockout/tagout procedures, confined‑space entry, and other critical safety controls.
• Support emergency response planning, drills, and incident management activities.
• Maintain accurate safety records, inspection logs, and compliance documentation.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall mission safety.
• Support emergency response, continuity of operations, and after‑hours requirements as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support mission success.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND LICENSURE

• Secret security clearance required or be able to obtain and maintain.
• Degree in Environmental Health & Safety or equivalent field; OR current certifications meeting industry standards.
• Must possess the following certifications:
• OSHA 10 & OSHA 30
• HAZWOPER 40
• EM‑385‑1‑1
• Minimum 15 years of experience working in safety roles within major industrial facilities or large‑scale construction environments.
• At least 5 years of experience specifically serving as a Safety Inspector or equivalent role.
• Strong understanding of OSHA reporting requirements, hazard identification, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and manage safety programs and departmental processes.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to train personnel and enforce safety standards.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills for incident analysis and corrective‑action planning.
• Ability to work in a high‑security, fast‑paced operational environment.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prior experience in the supervision of a workforce responsible for operations, maintenance, and repair of commercial building infrastructure systems.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to conduct preventative maintenance activities and minor repairs from ladders or elevated platforms.
• Work requires the incumbent to walk, stoop, bend, kneel, climb and work in uncomfortable positions.
• Ability to lift, carry and set up tools, equipment and parts that weigh up to and occasionally over fifty (50) pounds.
• Must be comfortable getting dirty, dusty, and greasy in an indoor or outdoor environment with frequent exposure to excessive noise.
• Must be able to perform duties under adverse weather conditions (extreme cold / heat, etc.).
• Must be able to work alternate shift schedules when necessary to meet the mission requirements of the customer, to include weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to perform on‑call duties when scheduled and report to work within one hour of notification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to conduct preventative maintenance activities and minor repairs from ladders or elevated platforms.
• Work requires the incumbent to walk, stoop, bend, kneel, climb and work in uncomfortable positions.
• Ability to lift, carry and set up tools, equipment and parts that weigh up to and occasionally over fifty (50) pounds.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

Secret or higher security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, must pass a pre‑employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results.

As an equal opportunity employer, The Tatitlek Corporation recognizes that our strength lies in our people. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment, in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment. We support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business.