Safety Technician (Grades 7-9)

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works; Bath (ME); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works in Bath, ME is seeking a Safety Technician to protect workers by controlling workplace risks. You will conduct safety audits, record results on an iPad with TruQC, and train staff on fall protection and respirator use.

Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential. Preferred candidates hold an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, with 2–3 years in safety.

Qualifications

• Safety audits of ships, ship unit sections, and the physical plant are performed as assigned.
• Record and audit results in electronic format on an iPad utilizing the TruQC Program.
• Identify and correct unsafe workplace conditions and/or individual unsafe acts / behaviors.
• Demonstrated ability to handle conflict, follow direction and decisions making.
• Demonstrate knowledge of behavioral safety concepts, participate and guide Safety Action Teams / Committees.
• Ability to communicate with large groups of employees.
• Train employees on proper use of fall protection systems, mobile and overhead equipment, and respirator use / fit testing, and hazard awareness training.
• Perform New Employee Orientation.
• Communicate EHS policy and procedure effectively with personnel at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety audits of ships, ship unit sections, and the physical plant as assigned.
• Record and Audit results in electronic format on an iPad utilizing the TruQC Program.
• Identify and correct unsafe workplace conditions and/or individual unsafe acts / behaviors.
• Demonstrated ability to handle conflict, follow direction and decisions making.
• Demonstrate knowledge of behavioral safety concepts, participate and guide Safety Action Teams / Committees.
• Ability to communicate with large groups of employees.
• Train employees on proper use of fall protection systems, mobile and overhead equipment, and respirator use / fit testing, and hazard awareness training.
• Perform New Employee Orientation.
• Communicate EHS policy and procedure effectively with personnel at all levels.

Skills

Safety audits

Effective communication

Trainer

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Adaptability

Conflict management

Public speaking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in occupational health and safety or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

TruQC Program

iPad

Job description

The pay range for this position ranges from $35.15/hr - $39.03/hr.

Working as a Safety Technician involves protecting people by making sure that risks in the workplace are properly controlled. These duties include:

• Conduct safety audits of ships, ship unit sections, and the physical plant as assigned.
• Record and Audit results in electronic format on an iPad utilizing the TruQC Program.
• Identify and correct unsafe workplace conditions and/or individual unsafe acts / behaviors.
• Demonstrated ability to handle conflict, follow direction and decisions making.
• Demonstrate knowledge of behavioral safety concepts, participate and guide Safety Action Teams / Committees.
• Ability to communicate with large groups of employees.
• Train employees on proper use of fall protection systems, mobile and overhead equipment, and respirator use / fit testing, and hazard awareness training.
• Perform New Employee Orientation.
• Communicate EHS policy and procedure effectively with personnel at all levels.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Required - High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred - Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in occupational health and safety or related discipline.

A degree in an accredited safety program is preferred. Prior work experience and / or BIW experience may be substituted with consideration given to the following

• Required - 2-3 years of previous work experience within a safety related field.
• Required - Pertinent work experience must be demonstrated through appropriate knowledge.
• Required - No fear of heights or confined spaces.
• Required - Candidate must have strong communication skills, specifically with large groups of employees and with personnel at all levels.
• Required -Candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, be a team player, and be flexible and able to adjust to changing priorities.
• Required - Prior experience as a trainer.
• Required - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Required - Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Preferred - Prior experience operating mobile equipment and aerial lift equipment.
• Preferred - Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations and prior safety experience.
• Preferred - Prior hazard analysis experience.
• Preferred - Prior experience in safety training.
• Preferred - Prior BIW Safety Action Team participation.
• Preferred - Prior safety experience in an industrial environment.