Safety Technician - Bilingual/ Second Shift

Swslp; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Safety Technician to oversee employee safety and compliance in a dynamic work environment. This role involves planning and implementing safety protocols, ensuring that all employees understand and adhere to safety regulations. The ideal candidate will be bilingual, possess strong leadership skills, and have a proactive approach to safety management. Join a team committed to Quality, Safety, and Environmental Excellence, where your contributions will directly impact workplace safety and employee well-being.

Benefits

401(k)/Retirement Savings

Friendly Work Environment

Paid-Time Off/Holidays

Qualifications

• Must have or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card.
• Good communication skills and leadership ability required.

Responsibilities

• Support Safety Manager in enforcing safety policies.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA rules and regulations.
• Conduct training programs for employees.

Skills

Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Safety Management

OSHA Compliance

Emergency Response Training

Competent Person Training

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

OSHA 10 Certification

Job description

Safety Technician - Bilingual/ Second Shift

Safety Technician - Bilingual/ Second Shift

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Southwest Shipyard, LP provides gas freeing and cleaning services, steaming, and flaring services, Barge and Boat repair, Surface preparation and painting, water treatment and new construction services to the commercial and government marine industry. Southwest Shipyard owns and operates four (4) shipyards in South Texas with direct deep-water access to the Gulf of Mexico. We take pride in our dedicated and experienced workforce that focuses on Quality, Safety and Environmental Excellence. Our motto is “Faster, Safer, Better”.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is primarily responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing company's employee safety at work.

WORK SCHEDULE

Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees.

Second Shift - Must be Bilingual

Overtime and/or Weekend Availability required.

Channelview - (18310 Market St, Channelview Tx 77530)

BENEFITS

• 401(k)/Retirement Savings.
• Friendly Work Environment.
• Paid-Time off/Holidays.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide support to the Safety Manager to ensure safety policies and company rules are enforced, and to ensure:

• Employees perform their duties with minimum risk of personal injury and damage to company and customer equipment.
• Employees understand & comply with all federal, state, local and company safety rules & regulations.
• Employees knowledgeable and trained in emergency situations (i.e., evacuations, Safety procedures).
• Employee must complete Competent Person training within 90 days of hire.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card.
• “Stop Work Authority” – have effective understanding of work conditions when considering the stoppage of any job in progress, understanding of whether the job or actions are unsafe.
• “Walk-the-yard’ at various times through the day to ensure all work is being performed in a safe manner, and to assist supervisors/foremen with any safety issues.
• Assist supervisors / foremen to ensure employees comply with OSHA rules and regulations.
• Report & assist in the investigation of all incidents, accidents, & injuries.
• Participate or assist in employee training programs to update personnel and equipment safety rules and regulations.
• Disseminate company safety policies to employees and yard management.
• Provide the Manager with a daily report of yard activities requiring attention.
• Assist in supporting the confined space program (i.e., inspect vessels with meter, documentation).
• Administer first aid for minor injuries.
• Must have good judgment skills and work initiative, taking good directions from Supervisor/Manager.
• Understanding of company Quality, Environmental & Safety manual and procedures described therein.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• OSHA 10 Preferred, not required.
• Must have good communication skills and leadership ability, English & Spanish (Bi-lingual required).
• Mandatory drug testing prior to employment, and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol tests during employment.

PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFD’s), or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.

In addition, Employees in this position must also be capable of:

• Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, which may be of varying heights and access parameters.
• Standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, squatting, climbing, crawling, or sitting for long periods of time.
• Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work.
• Climbing stairs, and/or vertical ladders of varying heights.
• Working in confined work areas and/or elevated heights.
• Lifting objects of minimum of 10lbs, with maximum single-person lift limit of 50lbs, with frequent lifting and carrying.
• Adapting to temperature changes, outdoor conditions, and prolonged exposure to dusty, wet, or humid conditions, loud noises, and vibration.
• Visually inspecting equipment and verifying information, often in small print.
• Applying sideways/upward/downward pressure to tighten and loosen hardware.

The Company expects and requires all employees to observe and fulfill all safety responsibilities as outlined in workplace safety training and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees. Employment at Southwest Shipyard, LP is on an “at-will” basis. There is no contract of employment between Southwest Shipyard, L.P., and anyone or all its employees unless explicitly stated elsewhere. Employment security cannot be guaranteed for or by any employee. No Manager, Supervisor, or employee of the Company has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make an agreement for employment other than at-will. Only the Owner or President has the authority to modify the at-will relationship, and then only in writing specifically addressed to the employee on this issue and signed by Southwest Shipyard, L.P. Executive.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

Southwest Shipyard, LP is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Southwest Shipyard, LP participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

Southwest Shipyard, LP is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Southwest Shipyard, LP, via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Southwest Shipyard, LP in any form without a valid written agreement in place for that specific position will be deemed the sole property of Southwest Shipyard, LP. As a result, no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Southwest Shipyard, LP

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Maritime Transportation

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