Safety Technician - Mission Critical Data Center Project

Century Builders; Lubbock (TX); Presencial; USD 80.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

SIMPLE IRA with employer matching

Descripción de la vacante

Century Builders is seeking a Safety Technician to support live data center construction. You will implement site safety programs, coach crews, and ensure compliance with company and owner requirements on a project site in Texas. The role requires close collaboration with Safety Manager, Sr.

Superintendent, and field leadership. You will lead daily safety walks, enforce lockout/tagout and high-risk work controls, and participate in trainings and emergency drills to protect personnel and critical

Formación

• OSHA 30-hour construction certification is required.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification is required.
• 3+ years of construction safety experience.
• Working knowledge of OSHA construction standards and hazard analyses.
• Clear communication with craft workers, supervisors and leadership.
• Ability to work safely on active construction sites.

Responsabilidades

• Enforce data center safety protocols and client expectations.
• Monitor high-risk activities and ensure compliance with site procedures.
• Maintain site safety plans, JHAs, and risk assessments.
• Review pre-task plans for completeness and compliance.
• Track safety metrics, incident reports and corrective actions.
• Assist with OSHA/NFPA 70E compliance and owner requirements.
• Conduct daily safety walks and coach crews on safe practices.
• Coordinate LOTO procedures with trade partners.
• Participate in daily huddles, toolbox talks, and drills.
• Oversee electrical safety, permits for hot work, confined spaces, and safe shutdowns.
• Monitor commissioning, equipment energization and start-up activities.
• Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions arise.

Conocimientos

OSHA 30 Hour construction

First Aid/CPR/AED

Construction safety

Communication

Hazard recognition

Educación

OSHA 30 Hour Construction certification

First Aid, CPR, AED certification

Herramientas

Procore safety management software

Descripción del empleo

Why Work for Century Builders

Century Builders is a growing leader in mission critical construction, delivering complex hyperscale data center projects with a strong focus on safety, precision, and teamwork. We offer the opportunity to work on high impact projects in a fast paced, collaborative environment where your expertise directly influences project success.

Position Details

Company: Century Builders

Location: TX-01, Silverton, TX

Workplace type: On site/site based; regular presence at the project site is required.

Employment type: Full time, exempt

Reports to: Safety Manager / Sr. Superintendent

Travel/relocation: Travel, relocation, per diem, housing, and potential future project site assignments will be discussed during the interview.

Base salary: $80,000–$100,000 per year, depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications

Position Summary

Century Builders is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Safety Technician to support safe construction activities at a live or partially energized data center project. This on site role supports the Safety Manager by implementing site safety programs, monitoring high risk work, coaching project teams and trade partners, and helping ensure compliance with company, regulatory, client, and site-specific safety requirements.

The Safety Technician works closely with project leadership, field operations, commissioning teams, trade partners, and owner representatives to identify hazards, support safe work planning, and protect personnel, property, and critical facility operations.

Key Responsibilities

Mission Critical Safety Oversight

• Enforce safety protocols specific to data center environments and client expectations.

• Monitor high risk activities including energized work, crane picks, confined spaces, and MOP/SOP/EOP execution. Ensure compliance with owner required safety standards and site-specific procedures.

Compliance, Documentation & Controls

• Maintain and enforce site specific safety plans, JHAs, and risk assessments.

• Review pre-task plans for completeness and compliance with established safety requirements.

• Track safety metrics, incident reports, near misses, and corrective actions.

• Assist with audits and support compliance with OSHA requirements, NFPA 70E standards, and owner requirements.

Field Presence & Coordination

• Conduct daily safety walks and coach crews on safe work practices.

• Support work sequencing to minimize risk and prevent system conflicts.

• Coordinate proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures with trade partners.

• Participate in daily huddles, toolbox talks, and emergency response drills.

High Risk Work Management

• Oversee electrical safety protocols, including arc flash boundaries and PPE compliance.

• Verify permitting for hot work, confined space, elevated work, and critical operations.

• Ensure mechanical and electrical shutdowns follow approved MOPs and are safely executed.

• Monitor commissioning, equipment startup, and system energization activities.

• Exercise stop work authority when unsafe conditions or practices present an immediate safety concern, and communicate identified concerns to appropriate project leadership.

Emergency Preparedness & Incident Response

• Assist with emergency response planning and drills.

• Respond to incidents, secure affected areas, and support investigations.

• Communicate effectively with the Safety Manager, project leadership, and owner representatives during safety events.

Required Qualifications

• OSHA 30 Hour Construction certification.

• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification

• 3+ years of construction safety, field safety, or related construction experience.

• Working knowledge of OSHA construction standards, job hazard analysis, incident reporting, hazard recognition, and corrective action processes.

• Ability to communicate clearly with craft workers, supervisors, subcontractors, and project leadership.

• Ability to work safely and effectively in an active construction environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting data center, mission critical, industrial, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, utility, or other high risk construction environments.

• Experience with energized work controls, NFPA 70E, LOTO, arc flash boundaries, crane picks, hot work, confined space entry, commissioning, and equipment energization.

• CHST, ASP, CSP, or similar safety credential.

• Experience using Procore or comparable safety management/project management software.

• Experience conducting safety training, toolbox talks, audits, incident investigations, and root cause analysis.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and motivate teams.

• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Procore safety management software preferred.

• Analytical mindset, with the ability to evaluate safety performance data and implement improvements.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, walk, and navigate active construction sites for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and use basic safety equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation & Benefits

• Insert base salary range: $80,000–$100,000 per year, DOE and qualifications

• Additional compensation may be available based on applicable company or project-related programs. Details will be discussed during the interview.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage

• Paid time off and sick leave

• SIMPLE IRA with employer matching

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the Mission Critical Division

• This position may include per diem, housing, relocation, certification, and training benefits, as applicable. Vehicle allowance availability and details will be discussed during the interview.

Work Schedule

• Schedule and standard site hours will vary based on project requirements and whether the employee is a traveler. Specific expectations will be discussed during the interview.

• Nights, weekends, overtime, shutdown windows, and/or commissioning coverage may be required based on project needs. Specific requirements will be discussed during the interview.

About Century Builders

Century Builders is a leader in commercial construction (post frame, steel, and precast) in the Upper Midwest. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and safety, we deliver exceptional projects that shape our communities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Century Builders is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.