Safety Specialist

VAUGHN INDUSTRIES LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement plan with employer 150

Paid holidays

Medical, Rx, and Life insurance

Short and long term disability

Paid vacation

Vehicle allowance

Job summary

Vaughn Industries LLC is seeking a Safety Specialist for an on-site, full-time role in Columbus, Ohio. The position supports safety and health compliance, training, and the company Living Safety culture.

The role requires OSHA 30 construction certification, 3 years of safety experience, and the ability to instruct large and small groups on safe practices at job sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• OSHA 30 hour construction certification required.
• 3 years construction safety experience; 3-5 years preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and health technical support to project teams on site.
• Maintain a visible field presence and conduct safety observations.
• Deliver safety trainings to groups of employees.
• Participate in safety planning and problem solving with the project team.
• Coach teams on hazard controls and safe work practices.
• Develop and promote company safety programs; verify corrective actions.
• Complete all safety reports and documentation.

Skills

OSHA 30 hour construction

OSHA 510 (preferred)

Leadership & training

Written & verbal communication

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Safety software/applications

Job description

Contact information

• Location Columbus, OH, 43215,United States
• Base Pay $30.00 - $40.00 / Hour
• Job Category Safety
• Employee Type Other Hourly
• Required Degree NONE
• Travel 50%

Description

Vaughn Industries currently has an opening for a Safety Specialist.

This position will be on site full time at a jobsite in Columbus, Ohio.

The Safety Specialist’s primary responsibility is to assist the organization and the Safety team in the areas of safety and health compliance, training and promoting Vaughn Industries “Living Safety™” corporate culture.

Duties will include:

• Provide safety and health technical support to project teams on site
• Maintain a visible field presence
• Perform field safety observations
• Safety training to both large and small groups of employees
• Participate with the project team in safety-related planning and problem solving
• Actively observe and provide feedback/coaching to project teams regarding daily task hazard plans, safe work practices, risky behaviors, etc.
• Assist in developing, communicating, and promoting company safety programs
• Verify that incident and observation corrective actions have been implemented
• Complete all associated reports and documentation

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license with favorable driving record
• 3-5 years construction safety or other related experience - preferred
• 3 years of construction experience or other related experience - required
• Excellent safety record and the ability to promote a safe and profitable work environment
• OSHA 30 hour construction certified - required
• OSHA 510 - preferred
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, leadership, and human relations skills, including the ability to teach/mentor safety related skills and communicate with supervisors and construction tradesmen
• Strong technology skills, including the Microsoft office suite, the ability to use tablets and other mobile devices, and the ability to learn safety related software and applications
• The ability to organize and achieve tasks and objectives with limited supervision
• Must have the desire and skills to teach large and small groups safety-based trainings including OHSA 10, 30, and specialty topics

Summary

Vaughn Industries is a family owned construction company headquartered in Carey, Ohio that has been in business for 60 years. Vaughn has been built through a deep commitment to its customers for quality service and to its employees for a safe workplace where they can create a successful future. We offer careers in Electrical, Renewable Energy, Mechanical, and High Voltage construction trades. Vaughn Industries offers great wages and a full benefit package to all full time employees! Our culture is Safety Quality & Customer Satisfaction.

Wages and Benefits:

• Excellent wages
• 401k retirement plan with employer match 150% of the first 4% of employee deferral
• Paid holidays
• Medical, Rx, and Life insurance (no premium to employee)
• Short and Long term disability
• Basic & basic dependent life insurance
• Voluntary dental & vision
• Voluntary dependent health and life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid funeral leave
• Paid military and jury duty leave
• Vehicle allowance

More Money in Your Pocket! Beginning in 2027, Vaughn Industries will contribute $35 per week for employee-only coverage or $70 per week for family coverage directly to your employer-sponsored Health Savings Account (HSA). These employer contributions are designed to fully fund your annual health insurance deductible, helping put more money back in your pocket!

But wait, there's more...

• Employee Training and growth opportunities
• Employee Appreciation events
• ACE hardware employee discount
• Branded Vaughn Industries clothing store

We are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Salary will be based on proven past success.

Vaughn Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace.