Safety Representative

Aerotek; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Safety Representative for a coal ash removal project to enforce site safety, lead safety orientations, and oversee JSA development and toolbox talks. The role focuses on environmental, health, and safety (EHS) compliance across construction and trenching activities on a high-profile remediation site.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction safety, a safety-related degree, and strong knowledge of OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a construction safety role as a titled safety professional with a safety-related degree.
• Completion of OSHA 500 Training Course is a significant asset.
• CHST designation with 4+ years in construction safety.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.
• Experience leading safety orientations, JSAs, and safety meetings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct new hire and ongoing safety orientations for site personnel.
• Perform JSAs for construction activities and implement controls.
• Plan and document safety meetings and toolbox talks for crews and subcontractors.
• Oversee internal safety programs ensuring consistent policy application.
• Monitor subcontractor safety performance and regulatory compliance.
• Support EHS/OSHA compliance for coal ash removal and civil work.
• Conduct routine site inspections and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain safety documentation: JSAs, logs, and reports.
• Collaborate with project teams to embed safety into planning and execution.
• Assist with incident reporting, investigation, and follow-up.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Safety orientations

JSAs

Safety meetings

Hazard identification

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's in safety or related field

OSHA 500 training

CHST designation

Job description

Job Title: Safety Representative

Job Description

This role focuses on supporting and enforcing construction site safety by leading orientations, conducting job safety analyses, organizing safety meetings, and overseeing internal and subcontractor safety programs on a coal ash removal project.

Responsibilities

• Conduct new hire and ongoing safety orientations to ensure all personnel understand site-specific safety requirements and procedures.
• Perform detailed Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) for construction and trenching activities, identifying hazards and implementing appropriate controls.
• Plan, lead, and document regular safety meetings and toolbox talks for internal crews and subcontractors.
• Run and oversee internal safety programs and initiatives, ensuring consistent application of safety policies across all site operations.
• Monitor subcontractor safety performance and compliance with site safety standards, regulations, and client requirements.
• Support and enforce Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and OSHA compliance across the project, including coal ash removal and civil construction activities.
• Conduct routine site inspections to identify unsafe conditions or behaviors and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate and organized safety documentation, including JSAs, meeting records, training logs, and compliance reports.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate safety considerations into planning, scheduling, and execution of work.
• Assist with incident reporting, investigation, and follow-up to prevent recurrence and drive continuous improvement in safety performance.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of project experience in a construction safety role as a titled safety professional with a bachelors degree in safety or a related technical field, OR
• Minimum of 5 years of project experience in a construction safety role as a titled safety professional and completion of the OSHA 500 Training Course, OR
• CHST designation with a minimum of 4 years of experience in a construction safety role as a titled safety professional.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.
• Experience leading safety orientations, JSAs, and safety meetings for construction projects.
• Proven ability to manage and oversee safety for both internal teams and subcontractors.
• Solid understanding of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) principles in construction environments.
• Ability to identify hazards and implement effective corrective and preventive measures.
• Strong communication skills to clearly convey safety expectations and procedures to diverse site personnel.
• Detail-oriented approach to documentation, compliance tracking, and record keeping.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in safety or a related technical field is highly valued.
• Completion of OSHA 500 Training Course is a significant asset.
• Active CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) designation is highly desirable.
• Ability to provide verification of qualifications, such as college transcripts, OSHA 500 card, or CHST listing from the certification directory.
• Experience supporting safety on civil construction and trenching projects.
• Familiarity with coal ash removal operations and associated safety considerations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project management, field supervisors, and subcontractors to promote a strong safety culture.

Why Work Here?

Join a long-term, multi-year project where safety is a central focus and your expertise has a direct impact on the well-being of every person on site. You will work in a professional environment that values thoroughness, compliance, and continuous improvement, with the opportunity to build deep project experience in complex civil and environmental work. The role offers consistent hours, predictable scheduling, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to a high-profile remediation effort.

Work Environment

This position is based on a coal ash removal project where the company is performing civil construction and trenching activities. The typical schedule runs from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, providing consistent daytime hours on an active construction site. Work takes place in an outdoor, field-based environment with exposure to typical construction conditions, heavy equipment, and environmental remediation operations. A daily per diem is provided to support travel or remote work arrangements. Safety is a top priority, and you will operate within a structured environment that emphasizes adherence to OSHA and EHS standards, proper use of personal protective equipment, and clear site protocols.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bremo Bluff, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bremo Bluff, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bremo Bluff,VA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
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.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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