Safety Representative

Ultipro; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship training

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

HSA with employer contribution

Paid time off

Short-term disability & life insurance

Safety bonus program

ESOP

Job summary

Lee Industrial Contracting is seeking a Safety Specialist to lead on-site safety programs at our Pontiac, MI projects. The role focuses on enforcing OSHA/MIOSHA regulations, delivering training, and guiding crews to maintain safe work conditions on industrial sites.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health and 1–3 years of safety experience in construction or industrial environments, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in occupational safety, construction safety, or industrial safety.
• Experience supporting rigging, machinery moving, equipment installation, or heavy industrial construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine job site inspections to verify compliance with safety policies and regulations.
• Provide safety and health training for managers, supervisors, and employees.
• Assist with incident investigations by gathering facts and recommending corrective actions.
• Promote safe work practices through coaching, field observations, and engagement with project teams.
• Support development and implementation of site-specific safety plans and risk assessments.

Skills

OSHA/MIOSHA knowledge

Incident investigations

Safety training delivery

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health

Tools

Microsoft Office (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

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.
• Environment 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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