Safety Technician- 3rd shift

Tindall Concrete; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Tindall Concrete in Spartanburg, SC is seeking a Safety Professional to support plant safety programs and regulatory compliance. This entry-level role focuses on identifying hazards, supporting investigations, and promoting safe work practices across production areas and yard operations.

Responsibilities include assisting with safety inspections, incident investigations, training, and documentation. Strong communication and basic computer skills are essential, with bilingual English/Spanish

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of safety experience preferred but not required.
• Manufacturing, construction, or industrial experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of workplace safety principles.
• Strong attention to detail and observation skills.
• Good communication and ability to interact with employees at all levels.
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, email).

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document routine plant safety inspections to identify unsafe conditions, unsafe behaviors, and regulatory gaps.
• Assist in incident investigations and documentation for root cause determination.
• Support OSHA compliance activities and maintain SDS and safety records.
• Assist with safety training, orientation, and toolbox talks.
• Assist in maintaining safety files, training records, and inspection logs.
• Inspect PPE and safety equipment such as fire extinguishers and eye wash stations.
• Participate in safety committee meetings.

Skills

Basic knowledge of workplace safety

Strong attention to detail

Good observation skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to interact with employees at;

Ability to recognize hazards

Basic computer skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required.

Safety Inspections and Hazard Identification

• Conduct & document routine plant safety inspections of production areas, yard operations, maintenance shops, and mobile equipment to identify unsafe conditions, unsafe behaviors, and regulatory compliance gaps. Bring awareness of findings to plant leadership.
• Support environmental compliance activities as assigned.
• Assist with mobile equipment safety monitoring (forklifts, cranes, loaders, yard trucks).

Incident Reporting and Investigation

• Assist in the investigation of workplace incidents, near misses, property damage, and injuries to help gather facts, conduct interviews, and document findings for root cause determination and preventive actions.

Safety Compliance and Regulatory Support

• Assist in maintaining compliance with applicable safety regulations, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, such as maintaining Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and safety records.

Safety Training and Employee Engagement

• Assist with new employee safety orientation, training, and toolbox talks.
• Reinforce safe work practices and proper PPE usage on the production floor.

Documentation and Recordkeeping

• Assist in maintaining safety files, training records, inspection logs, and compliance documentation.

PPE and Safety Equipment Management

• Inspect safety equipment such as: Fire extinguishers, eye wash stations, emergency equipment, and fall protection equipment

Support Safety Programs and Initiatives

• Participate in safety committee meetings.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required

Experience

• Entry-level position: 1-2 years of safety experience preferred but not required
• Manufacturing, construction, or industrial experience preferred

Required Skills and Competencies

• Basic knowledge of workplace safety principles
• Strong attention to detail
• Good observation skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to interact with employees at all levels
• Ability to recognize hazards
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, email)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk throughout the plant and yard frequently
• Ability to work in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions
• Ability to climb ladders and access elevated work areas
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to wear required PPE, including hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility vest, steel-toe boots, hearing protection, and gloves

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to an office environment but will be required periodically to go out into the plant/field environment that includes noise, dirt, heat, cold, oil, fumes, and other elements. Time spent in office is approximately 50% and time spent in plant/field is 50%.