Safety Technician

Gaylor Electric, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaylor Electric, Inc. is seeking a Safety professional to implement and enforce safety programs across projects in Fort Wayne, IN. The role reports to the Project Manager with guidance from the Safety Manager and may involve travel after project completion.

You will develop accident prevention programs, lead safety training, conduct site inspections, and prepare compliance reports. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• BCSP CHST or STSC certification; OSHA 510 is preferred.
• Five+ years of construction safety experience; knowledge of OSHA rules and record keeping.
• Strong administrative, computer, organization, and communication skills.

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.
• Evaluate results of safety program efforts and determine appropriate actions.
• Oversee and administer the Toolbox Talks program and select topics for timely presentation.
• Participate in loss control programs including injuries, health claims, and equipment damage.
• Enforce company safety policies and participate in special projects.
• Prepare statistical reports and maintain records for reporting/auditing.

Skills

Safety program development

Incident investigation

OSHA compliance

Communication skills

Training delivery

Education

High School Diploma / GED

BCSP CHST or STSC

OSHA 510

First Aid/CPR/AED

Tools

MS Office

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 after project completion.

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: BCSP Certs (CHST or STSC), OSHA 510, First Aid/CPR/AED
• Education: High school graduate, holder of G.E.D., or equivalent studies/experience.
• Experience: 5+ 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.