Safety Specialist

RiseMe; Abernathy (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible spending account

Job summary

MasTec Industrial is seeking a Safety Specialist to assist the Safety Manager with safety programs across mobile, project-based assignments throughout the U.S. You will support MIC and client safety requirements, lead trainings, and develop site-specific safety plans.

Role involves 8-18 months per project with per diem and mobilization support. Travel up to 100% is expected, with a base salary in the noted range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of construction safety experience.
• HS diploma or GED required.
• BCSP certification in progress acceptable (GSP/CHST).

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety training, job safety analysis, workplace audits and incidents responses.
• Coordinate and present safety training for MIC and clients (New Hire Orientation, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, Respiratory).
• Understand OSHA regulations and apply them on-site.
• Identify and mitigate hazardous situations.
• Develop and maintain site-specific safety plans with Site Manager.

Skills

Safety training

OSHA knowledge

Hazard recognition

Incident reporting

Communication

Toolbox meetings

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Overview

The Safety Specialist assists the Safety Manager in all safety related matter and ensure compliance with federal, state and corporate environmental, health and safety regulations are met. Responsible for safety functions necessary to support MIC at an assigned jobsite

Location & Travel Details: You can be based in any city or state in the U.S.. This is a traveling, project based position, up to 100% of the time. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in any state throughout the US.You’ll spend 8-18 months on average per project. We offer designated per diem in addition to an excellent base salary to support and help you cover living expenses. This position is eligible for mobilization support (may include mileage reimbursement), and includes one longer weekend every four weeks for additional time at home.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

MasTec Industrial, alongside its sister companies Casey Industrial and Phoenix Industrial, has been in operation since 1947. We serve a diverse clientele, including utilities, independent power producers, developers, and municipal utilities.

Specializing in projects using natural gas, oil, biomass, and other combustible fuels, our team boasts over 30 years of expertise in the power industry. We provide EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) services and assist in project development. Our experience spans various systems for utility and industrial facilities, including simple and combined cycle plants, reciprocating engines, and waste-to-energy projects. MasTec Industrial delivers value throughout all project phases, from conceptual design to operations and maintenance.

At MasTec Industrial, we are dedicated to delivering the highest quality, safety, and value in every project. We focus on attracting, developing, and retaining top talent within our organization. Our goal is to foster a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in the industry.

The MasTec Industrial market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. In addition to our industrial market sector; In infrastructure, we specialize in general heavy civil construction, underground utilities, structures, electrical work, material production, roadways, bridges, specialty pavement overlays, environmental projects and commercial buildings. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct safety training, job safety analysis, workplace audits and incident responses as needed
• Coordinate and present safety training to support MIC and client requirements, including planning, documentation, and presentation. This will include New Hire Orientation, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, Respiratory, etc.
• Understand the OSHA regulations and how they are applied
• Recognize hazardous situations and mitigate satisfactorily
• Identify and document onsite safety risks or discrepancies during daily site walks. Tracks safety issues daily and recommend strategies to eliminate hazards, as needed.
• Provide Safety Leadership creating enthusiasm and participation among management and craft workers, resulting in excellent safety performance
• Input and review incident reports
• Write, organize, and implement the jobsite safety plans.
• Understand and implement lockout/tagout procedures in a safe manner.
• Work directly with the Site Manager and the management team to develop and implement and maintain an effective site-specific safety plan.
• Communicate between MIC and client management regarding safety matters

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 1 year of construction safety experience and ability to work in the outdoor environment and around related equipment
• A high school diploma or GED is required
• Working to obtain CHST or other BCSP Cert. GSP is acceptable.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations.
• When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
• Set a personal example of safe behavior.
• Functional computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Type and write reports with accuracy and appropriate grammar
• Able to speak, and write clearly
• Must have knowledge of hazard recognition, record keeping and injury management skills, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Other may duties may be assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
• May need to maintain physical strength and stamina; Use arms, hands, and legs fully; Push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.
• Stamina to perform this task repetitively and continuously for several hour intervals.
• Uncontrolled environmental conditions: Constant change in weather and site conditions.
• This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to- safety toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
• Move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
• May need to work at heights and must be able to abide by all safety and fall-protection requirements; must be able to wear and utilize all safety equipment required for work at heights.
• Evaluate information based on measurable standards; and see details in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes and shadings.
• Visualize objects in three dimensions from drawings.
• Keep good balance and work at heights.
• See well (either naturally or with correction).
• Hear well (either naturally or with correction.)
• Coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet.

HOURS:

This position is a Full-Time position scheduled to work typically 50 hours per week. Schedule is subject to projects requirements.

What's in it for you

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay of $70,000 - $90,000 per year with ongoing performance review, project completion bonus opportunity and merit increases.
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [e-mail]. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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