Safety Technician

The Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association, Inc; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaylor Electric, Inc. is seeking a Safety Specialist to implement and enforce company safety programs at construction sites in the El Paso area. The role reports to the Safety Director and collaborates with project teams to reduce accidents and injuries.

The ideal candidate has OSHA 30 Construction, First Aid/CPR/AED, a high school diploma or GED, and at least three years of construction safety experience, with strong administrative, communication, and computer skills.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30 — Construction certification
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification
• High school diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an accident prevention program and training plan.
• Identify safety work permits and assure compliance with project plans.
• Conduct incident investigations and reporting in a timely manner.
• Evaluate results of safety program efforts and determine actions.
• Oversee and administer the Toolbox Talks program and topics.
• Participate in loss control programs and safety training.
• Enforce safety policies and participate in special projects.
• Prepare statistical reports and maintain records for reporting/auditing.
• Handle safety inquiries and provide direct guidance.
• Assist Safety Director with presentations and company events.
• Perform routine job site safety inspections.
• Coordinate with external agencies as needed.
• Organize workload to meet deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Scope of Work:

Implements and enforces company and/or customer safety programs and procedures in order to reduce the frequency of work-related accidents and injuries with emphasis on aggressive prevention efforts for on-the-job accidents and injuries. Reports directly to the assigned Project Manager with guidance provided by the corporate Safety Manager. Travel may be required.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement an accident prevention program and training plan to meet project safety specs and requirements.
• Identify safety work permits and assure compliance with project contract plans.
• Conduct incident/investigation reporting in a timely manner.
• Evaluates results of safety program efforts as reported through various sources and determines appropriate actions.
• Oversees and administers Company 'Tool Box Talks' program. Selects and distributes topics for timely presentation.
• Participates in loss control programs: employee injuries, health claims, equipment damage, material damage, job site security, and employee safety training.
• Participates in the enforcement of Company safety policies and procedures as well as special projects.
• Prepares statistical reports as requested. Maintains all necessary records and files for reporting and auditing purposes.
• Handles safety inquiries/situations through direct personal action.
• Prepares, composes, and initiates correspondence, memoranda, presentation material, and reports.
• Participates/assists the Education Department with safety training, OSHA training and safety certifications.
• Makes routine job site safety inspections.
• May serve as liaison with the community or other external agencies with regard to Company/Department activities, programs, and needs.
• Organizes and prioritizes workload to meet deadlines.
• Answers safety related inquiries, provides information and/or redirects inquiries as appropriate.
• Assists Safety Director with presentations and organization of Company events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• License Requirements: In states where required.
• Certifications: OSHA 30 -- Construction, First Aid/CPR/AED
• Education: High school graduate, holder of G.E.D., or equivalent studies/experience.
• Experience: 3 years previous construction safety experience. Knowledge of construction OSHA rules, regulations and record keeping. Strong administrative, computer, organization, and communication skills required.
• Specialized Skills: High level interpersonal relationship skills, proficiency in communication skills, organization skills, and must be technology/computer proficient.

Gaylor Electric, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans.