Safety Specialist

Groome Industrial Service Group; Redfield (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Growth opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Groome Industrial Service Group in Redfield, AR is seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to lead safety initiatives across our nationwide operations. You will mentor field crews, conduct safety meetings, and ensure compliance with OSHA and company policies.

This full-time, non-exempt role requires 3+ years in construction EHS, the ability to travel, and certification preferred (OSHA 510). We offer competitive wages ($35/hour), paid time off, health benefits after 60 days, and 401(k) with company

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct, full-time EHS experience within construction or industrial settings.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and safety program development.
• Ability to travel across the US and internationally as required.
• Strong written and verbal communication and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and reinforce safety culture in the workplace.
• Conduct safety meetings and trainings; maintain training records.
• Inspect job sites; mentor workers on EHS compliance.
• Prepare new hires for entry; lead project-specific JHA/HASP drafting.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and evaluate program effectiveness.

Skills

EHS experience

Safety training

Communication skills

Team mentorship

Safety meetings

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

OSHA 510 certification

TWIC

Driver's license

Passport

Job description

Groome Industrial Service Group, a nationwide leader focused on the future, provides specialty maintenance services nationwide for several industries including natural gas-fired power generation, coal-fired power generation, refinery, shipping, manufacturing, aviation, and municipal. Our unique turnkey services help reduce harmful emissions, improve plant performance, and extend the life of valuable industrial equipment and infrastructure. We are a people-centric organization with employees committed to safety, integrity, and accountability.

About the Position

Groome Industrial Service Group is seeking an EHS Specialist; the position requires someone who is motivated, creative, compassionate, knowledgeable, and respectful. The EHS Specialist needs to be able to frequently work without direct supervision. This person must be able to work as a team with company management, operations staff, administrative support personnel, customers, government representatives, and contractor staff. This person needs the capacity to mentor workers in the field in a spirit of cooperation and guidance.

Why work for Groome Industrial Service Group?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority 24/7/365!
• Competitive wages - the pay rate for this position is $35 per hour based on experience.
• Paid time off, comprehensive health benefits coverage after 60 days of full-time employment.
• 401(k) after the eligibility period with company matching component.
• Opportunities for growth and development in your career.
• Positive and safe work environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and reinforce our safety culture in the workplace
• Build relationships that inspire cooperative safety efforts
• Conduct Safety meetings
• Inspect job sites frequently to audit/mentor worker compliance with the EHS program
• Prepare new hires for entry to the workplace
• Conduct and/or coordinate EHS training for workers and maintain records of training
• Ensure compliance with all applicable government entity, customer, and company regulations
• Evaluate the EHS program, its effectiveness, and suggest improvements where necessary
• Perform root cause analysis of all incidents and suggest corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Keep current on EHS trends, OSHA standards, ATF regulations, and other applicable regulation changes through continuing education and peer networking
• Draft project specific JHA's and HASP's
• Assist Risk Management with information gathering and other various tasks
• Assist Compliance department with the administration of Third-Party Administrators for Contractor Compliance
• Leverage new technology when possible
• Perform other EHS related duties as necessary

This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in Redfield, AR. It should be expected that there will be a requirement to respond to various operational issues that come up outside of normal business hours.

What does it take to work for Groome Industrial Service Group?

• HS graduate or GED
• Clean MVR
• 3+ years of direct, full-time EHS experience within the Construction Industry (preferably in specialty trades and electrical power generation
• Professional EHS certifications preferred (OSHA 510)
• Must be able to work remotely and be willing to travel across the US and internationally as required
• Current TWIC, Driver's License, and Passport (or ability to obtain a TWIC and passport within the first 3 months of employment)
• Practical experience with adult learning teaching practices
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to effectively address complex matters
• Organized and self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and as a member of a cross-functional team
• Competent in Microsoft Office with an ability to adapt to changing technology

Physical Requirements

• Able to climb ladders and stairs frequently
• Able to lift (up to 50 lbs.) as needed
• Ability to wear full-face APR respirator
• Ability to drive company vehicle
• Ability to operate mobile equipment (e.g. MAWP, forklift, etc.) or ability to obtain certifications within first 3 months of employment
• The ideal candidate would have experience with Heavy Equipment Operations and would be English/Spanish bilingual.

Groome Industrial Service Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. E.O.E./M/F/Disability/Veteran