Safety Representative

PDS Tech, Inc.; Rayville (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Additional Voluntary Benefits

EAP program

Commuter Benefits

401K plan

Paid leave including Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial seeks a Safety Representative to lead on-site safety across active construction projects in Rayville, LA. You will partner with crews, foremen, and leadership to prevent incidents, enforce policies, and cultivate a proactive safety culture.

The role emphasizes field presence, training, inspections, and detailed reporting to maintain a compliant, productive work environment with strong safety outcomes.

Qualifications

• Certification-based safety expertise (STS-C) and OSHA 30 for construction sites.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills for field and management.
• Willingness to travel and/or relocate as needed.
• Ability to safely access all areas of active job sites and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Review, implement, and support safety regulations, policies, and standards across assigned projects.
• Serve as a safety advisor to project managers, supervisors, and field personnel.
• Conduct jobsite safety orientations and ongoing training for crews.
• Perform daily safety inspections to identify, document, and correct hazards.
• Track and follow up on corrective actions from inspections and audits.
• Lead accident, incident, and near-miss investigations, including reporting and documentation.
• Coach crews on safe work practices and reinforce safety expectations.
• Maintain detailed safety records, compliance documentation, and reporting.

Skills

STS-C Certification

OSHA 30 Certification

Strong communication

Travel willingness

Physical ability

Job description

Lead Safety Where It Matters Most — Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Safety Representative

Location: Rayville, LA | Payrate: $35 - $42 | Schedule: 6am to 5pm

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a respected construction company to hire a dedicated Safety Representative who thrives in the field and leads by example. This is a hands‑on role for a safety professional who is passionate about protecting people, ensuring compliance, and driving a strong safety culture across active construction projects.

About the Role & Your Impact

As a Safety Representative, you will be the front line of safety on the jobsite—working directly with crews, supervisors, and project leadership to prevent incidents before they happen. Your presence, expertise, and leadership will help create a safe, compliant, and productive work environment where teams can perform at their best.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, implement, and support safety regulations, policies, and standards across assigned projects
• Serve as a safety advisor to project managers, supervisors, and field personnel
• Conduct jobsite safety orientations and ongoing training for crews
• Perform daily safety inspections to identify, document, and correct hazards
• Track and follow up on corrective actions from inspections and audits
• Lead accident, incident, and near‑miss investigations, including reporting and documentation
• Coach and engage crews on safe work practices and reinforce safety expectations
• Maintain detailed safety records, compliance documentation, and reporting

Safety & Compliance Expectations

• Strong working knowledge of OSHA construction standards
• Familiarity with excavation safety, fall protection, and active work zone hazards
• Ability to consistently enforce safety policies and procedures in real time
• Maintain accurate inspection logs and incident documentation

Work Environment & Field Presence

• Spend the majority of the day in active construction zones
• Walk job sites regularly, including uneven terrain and high‑activity areas
• Comfortable climbing ladders, entering excavations, and working at heights
• Engage directly with crews, foremen, and supervisors throughout the day
• Work in environments with noise, dust, heavy equipment, and changing conditions
• Required use of PPE in active work zones

Required Qualifications

• STS-C Certification (Safety Trained Supervisor – Construction)
• OSHA 30 Certification (Construction)
• 3–5 years of construction safety experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with both field teams and management
• Willingness to travel and/or relocate as needed
• Physical ability to safely access all areas of active job sites

Preferred Qualifications

• An BCSP Cert of STSC is also preferred, but not required.
• Prior hands‑on construction field experience
• Experience supporting multiple job sites or large‑scale projects
• Strong coaching and leadership skills with the ability to influence safety culture

Pay Details: $35.00 to $42.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short‑term disability
• additional voluntary benefits
• EAP program
• commuter benefits
• a 401K plan
• paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.