Safety Technician

Gaylor Electric, Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaylor Electric, Inc. is seeking a Safety Manager to develop and enforce comprehensive safety programs on construction projects. The role reports to the Project Manager with guidance from the Safety Director and may involve travel.

Responsibilities include implementing accident prevention plans, conducting incident investigations, and coordinating OSHA training and safety certifications. The position requires strong administrative and communication skills and experience in commercial/industrial

Qualifications

• 3 years titled safety management/administration experience.
• Knowledge of construction OSHA rules, regulations and record keeping.
• Strong administrative, computer, organization, and communication skills.
• Experience in the commercial/industrial construction industry, preferred.
• High level interpersonal relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an accident prevention program and training plan.
• Identify safety work permits and ensure compliance with project contract plans.
• Conduct incident/investigation reporting in a timely manner.
• Prepare statistical reports and maintain records for reporting and auditing purposes.
• Oversee Toolbox Talks program and distribute topics for timely presentation.
• Participate in loss control programs and safety training.
• Enforce company safety policies and procedures and assist with special projects.
• Handle safety inquiries and provide direct action responses.
• Assist Education Department with safety training and OSHA certifications.
• Perform routine job site safety inspections.
• Liaise with community or external agencies as needed.
• Organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.

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 Director. 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 'Toolbox 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 and First Aid/CPR (current). OSHA 510 preferred, BCSP Certs preferred (CHST/STSC, etc.)


• Education: High school graduate, holder of G.E.D., or equivalent studies/experience.


• Experience: 3 years titled safety management/administration experience. Knowledge of construction OSHA rules, regulations and record keeping. Strong administrative, computer, organization, and communication skills required. Experience in the commercial/industrial construction industry, preferred.


• 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.