Safety Representative

Lee Contracting, Inc.; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays on hire

Competitive health insurance

HSA with employer contribution

Paid time off

Safety bonus program

Employee stock ownership program

Job summary

Lee Industrial Contracting, founded in 1989 and based in Pontiac, Michigan, is seeking a dedicated Safety Specialist to enforce safety policies on construction sites and lead OSHA/MIOSHA compliant training programs.

The role involves inspections, incident investigations, and developing site-specific safety plans while maintaining thorough documentation and fostering a safety-first culture across project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years in occupational safety or construction safety.
• Experience with rigging, machinery moving, or heavy industrial construction is a plus.
• Familiarity with OSHA/MIOSHA regulations and field application.
• Experience with both union and non-union workforces.
• Safety training delivery and meetings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine job site inspections and audits for safety compliance with company policies and OSHA/MIOSHA.
• Provide safety and health training for managers, supervisors, and employees (toolbox talks, orientations, task training).
• Assist with incident investigations by gathering facts and root-cause analysis.
• Promote safe work practices through coaching and field observations.
• Support development and implementation of site-specific safety plans and risk assessments.
• Maintain safety documentation, inspection and training records, and incident reports.
• Serve as safety resource for field personnel on regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional duties for the Safety Department.

Skills

OSHA/MIOSHA knowledge

Safety training delivery

Field safety coaching

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Flexible scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today!

We are proud to offer ouremployees:

• Apprenticeship and Comprehensive Training Programs
• Paid Holidays Upon Hire
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Safety Bonus Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Work Travel Incentive
• Holiday Bonus
• And so much more!

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine job site inspections and audits to verify compliance with company safety policies and OSHA/MIOSHA regulations. Identify workplace hazards and work with operations to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Provide safety and health training for managers, supervisors, and employees, including toolbox talks, new hire orientations, and task-specific training.
• Assist with incident investigations by gathering facts, identifying root causes, and recommending corrective actions.
• Promote safe work practices through employee coaching, field observations, and ongoing engagement with project teams.
• Support the development and implementation of site-specific safety plans, pre-task plans, and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation, inspection records, training records, and incident reports.
• Serve as a safety resource for field personnel by answering questions and providing guidance on regulatory and company safety requirements.
• Perform additional duties assigned in support of the Safety Department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• One to three years of experience in occupational safety, construction safety, or industrial safety.
• Experience supporting rigging, machinery moving, equipment installation, or heavy industrial construction activities.
• Knowledge of OSHA and MIOSHA regulations and their practical application in the field.
• Experience working with both union and non-union workforces.
• Familiarity with incident investigations, job hazard analyses, pre-task plans, and risk mitigation practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels through written and verbal communication.
• One to two years of experience delivering safety training or facilitating safety meetings preferred.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification preferred.
• OEM project safety experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and overtime, as business needs require.

Physical Requirements:

• Mobility & Navigation: The ability to walk on uneven surfaces, climb stairs and ladders, stoop, kneel, and bend while traversing active construction sites.
• Lifting & Carrying: Frequent ability to lift and move up to 10–25 pounds (like laptops, blueprints, or small tools), with occasional demands to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Sensory Demands: Excellent visual acuity (including depth perception and color vision) to inspect blueprints and site quality, as well as the ability to focus on specific sounds and speech in loud environments.
• Environmental Exposure: Resilience to withstand varying outdoor weather, loud noise, vibrations, and potential exposure to airborne particles or dust.
• PPE Capability: Physical ability to safely wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including hard hats, heavy boots, safety vests, and hearing or eye protection.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and nothing herein restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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