Safety Technician with F.D. Thomas, Inc.

ASRC Industrial Services; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401k matching

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Per diem

Job summary

F.D. Thomas is seeking a Safety Technician to join a large-scale nuclear-site project in Oak Ridge, TN. The role focuses on maintaining a safe, compliant work environment with direct collaboration with field leadership and operations.

Expect a 9–12 month assignment on a 6x10 schedule, with day and night shifts and built-in overtime. Candidates should bring hands-on safety experience and a strong commitment to safety in a regulated industrial setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of safety experience in industrial construction or similar regulated environments.
• OSHA 30 certification required; OSHA 500 preferred.
• Strong hazard recognition and risk assessment skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Knowledge of industrial hygiene sampling and safety programs.
• Ability to mentor field personnel and work with multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce safety compliance on the project.
• Conduct jobsite inspections and safety audits.
• Identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist with JSAs and safety planning for tasks.
• Support fall protection, respiratory protection, confined space, and LOTO programs.
• Participate in toolbox talks and safety meetings.
• Assist with industrial hygiene sampling and monitoring.
• Investigate accidents and document incidents.
• Evaluate PPE and safety systems for adequacy.
• Maintain safety documentation and site reports.
• Provide safety guidance to field personnel.
• Collaborate with field teams to mitigate hazards.
• Mentor and support field personnel in safe practices.

Skills

Safety experience

OSHA 30

Hazard recognition

Communication

Industrial hygiene

Teamwork

Job description

Oak Ridge, TN, USA | F.D.Thomas, Inc. | Hourly | Full Time

JOIN F.D. THOMAS AS A SAFETY TECHNICIAN

Build Your Experience. Make an Impact. Help Keep Great People Safe.

• Oak Ridge, Tennessee | Nuclear Site Project

• 9–12 Month Contract Assignment

• Pay: $33–$40 per hour, based on experience

• Benefits which include PTO, matching 401k, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision options, and much more!

• Per Diem: $100 per day

• Currently Working 6x10s | Approximately 60 Hours per Week

• Combination of Day & Night Shifts

• Built-In Overtime Opportunity

Looking for your next major project?

F.D. Thomas is seeking Safety Technicians to join our team on a large-scale project at a nuclear site in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

This is an excellent opportunity for safety professionals looking to expand their experience in a highly regulated industrial environment while working alongside experienced field and project leadership.

If you're a safety professional looking for an opportunity to work on a major nuclear-site project with a 9–12 month anticipated duration, a current 6x10 schedule, built-in overtime, and a combination of day and night shifts, we'd like to hear from you.

Bring your experience, your commitment to safety, and your can-do attitude.

What to Expect

• Approximately 9–12 months of project work

• Current 6x10 schedule

• Combination of day and night shifts

• Approximately 60 hours per week under the current schedule

• Built-in overtime opportunity

• Large-scale industrial project at a nuclear site

• Hands-on field safety experience

• Opportunity to work alongside experienced construction and safety professionals

• Fast-paced, safety-driven project environment

What You'll Be Doing

As a Safety Technician , you'll work directly with field leadership and operations to help maintain a safe, compliant work environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Monitor and enforce safety compliance on the project

• Perform jobsite inspections and safety audits

• Identify hazards and recommend corrective actions

• Assist with Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and task-specific safety planning

• Support fall protection, respiratory protection, confined space, Hazard Communication, and Lockout/Tagout programs

• Participate in daily and weekly toolbox talks and safety meetings

• Assist with industrial hygiene sampling and monitoring

• Investigate and document accidents and incidents

• Evaluate PPE and safety systems for adequacy

• Maintain safety documentation and site reports

• Provide timely safety guidance and regulatory interpretation to field personnel

• Work with field teams to anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and mitigate safety and health hazards

• Mentor and support field personnel in safe work practices

• Assist project and EHS leadership with maintaining an effective Safety & Health Program

What We're Looking For

We're looking for Safety Technicians who are comfortable being in the field, engaged in the work, and visible to our crews.

Successful candidates will bring:

• 3+ years of safety experience in an industrial construction environment preferred

• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations for the construction industry

• Strong hazard recognition and risk assessment skills

• Knowledge of industrial hygiene sampling for airborne hazards

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work effectively with craft employees, supervision, project management, and EHS leadership

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced project environment

• A hands-on, team-oriented approach to safety

• Ability and willingness to work a combination of day and night shifts

• Safety Certifications

• OSHA 30 required at minimum

• OSHA 500 preferred

• CSP or other recognized safety certification is a plus

Why F.D. Thomas?

F.D. Thomas is one of the largest coating and specialty contractors in the United States, with operations throughout the country.

Our teams support complex projects involving industrial coatings, painting, waterproofing, concrete restoration, and other specialty contracting services.

At F.D. Thomas, you're not just joining another project. You're joining a team where safety, quality, and people matter.

We believe in:

• Safety-first work environments

• Hands-on training and development

• Working alongside experienced industry professionals

• Challenging, high-profile projects

• Opportunities to expand your experience

• Building teams of people who take pride in doing the job right

Our Philosophy Is Simple:

Great People + Great Work = Extraordinary Company

Our passion and purpose is to leave things better than we found them.

E EO Statement:

ASRC Industrial (\"AIS\") and its operating companies provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.