Safety Specialist - Mechanical

Hooper Deforest; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Paid Time Off (PTO)

9 paid holidays

Identity theft protection

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Hooper Corporation in Wisconsin seeks a Safety Specialist to ensure health and safety compliance across complex construction projects. You will develop site-specific Safety Plans, monitor performance, and audit adherence to client and regulatory standards.

The role requires 3–5 years of field safety leadership, CSP/CHST/CSMC preferred, OSHA training, and a strong commitment to proactive risk management. Valid driver's license and hands-on collaboration with site teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health, safety, or related discipline preferred.
• 3 to 5 years of full-time experience in project health & safety support and leadership.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in construction project safety and health leadership on capital projects will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Competency in OSHA requirements regarding Crane, Derrick, and Hoist Safety.
• Competency in OSHA requirements regarding excavation standards at 29 CFR Part 1926, Subpart P.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Certified Safety Manager Construction (CSMC) or equivalent certifications preferred.
• Strong commitment to safety, including implementing strict Safety protocols.
• Completed training and certifications for OSHA 10, 30-hour construction preferred.
• Strong initiative (self-starter), problem-solving and communication skills, and attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• The role of the Safety Specialist responsible for Construction Safety at our client's jobsite will be, but not limited to, as follows:
• Routinely monitor Hooper Corporation's safety performance to verify that we are in compliance with Hooper Corporation and the client's stated practices and procedures, regulatory requirements and any additional owner expectations/deliverables.
• Interface with and support the construction management team at the site by delivering current data on Hooper Corporation safety performance, including, trending, incident management, metrics, and other key information that enable construction management to make informed and timely decisions.
• Facilitate communications, including safety meetings and notices, to ensure relevant safety information is communicated on site and with Hooper Corporate safety department.
• Conduct regular site safety walks with the client safety management representative.
• Participate in site safety walks with clients and other contractors as appropriate.
• When non-compliance and/or non-conformance is observed, immediately bring the issue to the attention of that individual and key stakeholders as appropriate.
• Participate in progress and schedule meetings.
• Attend client trainings, as requested.
• Evaluate/audit Site Specific Safety Plan to conformance to client and regulatory requirements.
• Understand and verify operational Safety requirements are adhered to.
• Support client initiatives as requested.
• Ensure appropriate level of PPE is available and being used as required, as well as proper maintenance and sanitation of PPE.
• Verify communication systems are in place.
• Participate in daily safety briefings with the project field team.
• Oversee that safety equipment is maintained; establish and execute decontamination procedures.
• Exercise the authority to stop work upon determination of an imminent safety hazard or potentially dangerous situation (e.g., weather conditions, or other changed conditions where this action is necessary).
• Exercise the authority to proceed with work after a stop-work order after receiving verification from Client Safety representative.
• Conduct safety observations/audits.
• Investigate and correct Incidents & Near Misses.
• Maintain records such as inspections, monitoring, incident and near miss investigations, etc.
• Complete and maintain required training, including:
• Performs other duties/special projects as assigned.

Skills

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigation

OSHA standards

Site safety audits

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational health or safety

Job description

Description

Since 1913, Hooper has grown into a well-respected electric power and mechanical contractor, headquartered in Wisconsin with offices in Colorado, Florida, and Ohio. Serving commercial and residential clients, Hooper delivers expert services built on safety, outstanding craftsmanship, respectful collaboration, and community engagement. We foster a culture of collaboration, integrity, and growth. Joining Hooper means joining a century-strong legacy of excellence and people-first values. Hooper also provides competitive compensation and many supportive benefits including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Matching 401(k) plan, Profit Sharing, Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 paid holidays, Identity Theft Protection, Life Insurance, as well as Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.

General Summary

In this critical role, you will be responsible for ensuring safety and health compliance with applicable regulations and existing Hooper Corporation and client standards and contributing to an environment where employee, client, and contractor health and safety is preserved.

You will have the responsibility, authority, and knowledge necessary to develop and implement site-specific Safety Plans, monitor safety compliance, and audit safety performance at complex project sites. You should have experience that includes facility construction experience and capital project support for facility expansions. Experience with safety in a heating and air conditioning company would be very helpful as well.

Principal Accountabilities

The role of the Safety Specialist responsible for Construction Safety at our client's jobsite will be, but not limited to, as follows:

• Routinely monitor Hooper Corporation's safety performance to verify that we are in compliance with Hooper Corporation and the client's stated practices and procedures, regulatory requirements and any additional owner expectations/deliverables.
• Interface with and support the construction management team at the site by delivering current data on Hooper Corporation safety performance, including, trending, incident management, metrics, and other key information that enable construction management to make informed and timely decisions.
• Facilitate communications, including safety meetings and notices, to ensure relevant safety information is communicated on site and with Hooper Corporate safety department.
• Conduct regular site safety walks with the client safety management representative.
• Participate in site safety walks with clients and other contractors as appropriate.
• When non-compliance and/or non-conformance is observed, immediately bring the issue to the attention of that individual and key stakeholders as appropriate.
• Participate in progress and schedule meetings.
• Attend client trainings, as requested.
• Evaluate/audit Site Specific Safety Plan to conformance to client and regulatory requirements.
• Understand and verify operational Safety requirements are adhered to.
• Support client initiatives as requested.
• Ensure appropriate level of PPE is available and being used as required, as well as proper maintenance and sanitation of PPE.
• Verify communication systems are in place.
• Participate in daily safety briefings with the project field team.
• Oversee that safety equipment is maintained; establish and execute decontamination procedures.
• Exercise the authority to stop work upon determination of an imminent safety hazard or potentially dangerous situation (e.g., weather conditions, or other changed conditions where this action is necessary).
• Exercise the authority to proceed with work after a stop-work order after receiving verification from Client Safety representative.
• Conduct safety observations/audits.
• Investigate and correct Incidents & Near Misses.
• Maintain records such as inspections, monitoring, incident and near miss investigations, etc.
• Complete and maintain required training, including:
• Performs other duties/special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health, safety, or related discipline preferred.
• 3 to 5 years of full-time experience in project health & safety support and leadership.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in construction project safety and health leadership on capital projects will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Competency in OSHA requirements regarding Crane, Derrick, and Hoist Safety.
• Competency in OSHA requirements regarding excavation standards at 29 CFR Part 1926, Subpart P.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Certified Safety Manager Construction (CSMC) or equivalent certifications preferred.
• Strong commitment to safety, including implementing strict Safety protocols.
• Completed training and certifications for OSHA 10, 30-hour construction preferred.
• Strong initiative (self-starter), problem-solving and communication skills, and attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license.

Hooper is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. This company considers candidates regardless of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.