Safety Specialist| Philadelphia, PA

HazTek Safety Management; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Company match

Life & AD&D

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO

8 Paid Holidays

Bereavement

EAP & Health Advocacy

Professional Development

Job summary

HazTek Safety Management in Philadelphia, PA seeks a Safety Specialist with a focus on data center and electrical construction to support complex commercial projects.

You will lead site safety programs, daily safety briefings and toolbox talks, conduct inspections and incident investigations, and enforce PPE usage and safe practices. Strong OSHA knowledge and communication skills are essential to promote a culture where safety comes first.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction safety experience.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification required; OSHA 510 preferred
• Active First Aid / CPR / AED certification.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and construction safety regulations.
• Hands-on experience with high-risk operations: Fall Protection, Scaffolding, Steel Erection, and Excavation.
• Data center or mission critical facility construction experience preferred
• Electrical construction safety experience, including switchyards or substations, preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a commitment to HazTek's Core Values: Integrity, Compassion, Dependability, Leadership, and Accountability

Responsibilities

• Lead Site Safety: Promote OSHA compliance and foster a proactive safety culture across major regional projects.
• Educate & Engage: Lead interactive daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and job hazard analyses to keep site crews prepared and informed
• Inspections & Audits: Conduct daily site inspections and equipment checks to identify hazards before incidents occur
• Investigate & Solve: Perform root-cause accident investigations, complete detailed incident documentation, and implement swift corrective actions
• Enforce Compliance: Reinforce proper PPE usage and safe work practices during high risk activies across multiple trades

Skills

Construction safety experience

OSHA standards knowledge

OSHA 30-Hour Construction

OSHA 510 (preferred)

Fall protection

Scaffolding safety

Electrical safety

First Aid / CPR / AED certification

Data center / mission-critical safety

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Education

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification

OSHA 510 Certification preferred

First Aid / CPR / AED certification

Job description

Safety Specialist in Philadelphia, PA

At HazTek Safety Management, safety is more than a requirement-it's a commitment. We're looking for an expereinced Safety Specialist with a strong background in Data center and electrical construction to support our complex commercial construction projects.

If you're a proactive safety professional who knows how to engage crews, identify risks and promote a culture where safety comes first, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact with an industry leader.

• Lead Site Safety: Promote OSHA compliance and foster a proactive safety culture across major regional projects.
• Educate & Engage: Lead interactive daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and job hazard analyses to keep site crews prepared and informed
• Inspections & Audits: Conduct daily site inspections and equipment checks to identify hazards before incidents occur
• Investigate & Solve: Perform root-cause accident investigations, complete detailed incident documentation, and implement swift corrective actions
• Enforce Compliance: Reinforce proper PPE usage and safe work practices during high risk activies across multiple trades

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction safety experience.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification required; OSHA 510 preferred
• Active First Aid / CPR / AED certification.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and construction safety regulations.
• Hands-on experience with high-risk operations: Fall Protection, Scaffolding, Steel Erection, and Excavation.
• Data center or mission critical facility construction experience preferred
• Electrical construction safety experience, including switchyards or substations, preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a commitment to HazTek's Core Values: Integrity, Compassion, Dependability, Leadership, and Accountability

Benefits offered for Full Time Employees

• 401(k): Company match
• Life & AD&D
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• PTO
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Bereavement
• EAP & Health Advocacy
• Professional Development & Education Assistance

Overview

HazTek Safety Management is a full-service, objective safety partner, founded in 1997. The health, safety and well-being of employees and companies is our highest priority. We offer full-time employment, stability, competitive benefits, professional development, travel, diverse safety experiences, management support and the added benefit of working with a network of over 375 full-time HazTek safety professionals.

At HazTek, We Stand Together for Safety

We are committed to building an environment of inclusion and acceptance which values diversity across all areas of the organization; an environment in which all employees can contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Travel | Relocation

Local Only - No travel, per diem or relocation is offered for this opportunity