Senior Safety Professional

Ultimate Staffing Services; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and gas card provided

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services in Pasadena, CA seeks a Senior Safety Professional to support development, implementation, and auditing of safety programs across active job sites. The role ensures regulatory compliance, promotes injury prevention, and fosters a proactive safety culture.

You will train leaders, coordinate with field teams, respond to incidents, lead evacuation drills, and maintain safety plans. Requires CHST or CSP, OSHA 10 within 30 days, and 7+ years of construction or industrial

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in construction, maintenance, safety, or operations.
• Experience in mechanical contracting or commercial/industrial construction strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or related field or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate safety training in person, virtually, and via e-learning.
• Train field leaders on safety responsibilities and program compliance.
• Develop and implement site safety plans and conduct field engagements.
• Lead incident investigations and recommend corrective actions.
• Liaise with OSHA and authorities during inspections.

Skills

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

Hazard analysis

Training delivery

Incident investigation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Collaboration tools

Job description

Senior Safety Professional (JN -052026-421480) Pasadena, California

Salary: USD104000 - USD124000 per year

Senior Safety Professional

Pay Rate:$50–$60 per hour

Schedule:Monday–Friday | 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (Overtime and occasional weekends may be required)

Perks:Company vehicle and gas card provided

Job Summary

We are seeking an experiencedSenior Safety Professionalto support the development, implementation, and auditing of safety programs across active job sites. This role plays a critical part in ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting injury prevention initiatives, and fostering a strong, proactive safety culture. The Senior Safety Professional works closely with field employees, leadership, customers, and regulatory agencies to provide oversight, coaching, and technical safety guidance.

• Facilitate safety training in person, virtually, and via e‑learning in collaboration with the Training Department
• Train field leaders on safety responsibilities, hazard identification, and safety program compliance
• Build strong internal relationships with field leadership and project teams to drive a positive safety culture
• Prepare for and respond to natural disasters, including developing and leading evacuation drills
• Maintain strong external relationships with clients, subcontractors, and regulatory organizations
• Assist with injury management, including follow‑ups, documentation, communication, and return‑to‑work coordination
• Ensure timely and accurate collection of injury documentation and proper care for injured employees
• Develop, review, and communicate site‑specific safety plans; conduct field engagements to ensure compliance
• Respond to and support safety incidents, including consultation and on‑site response
• Conduct incident investigations, prepare reports, and recommend corrective and preventive actions
• Coach field, shop, and office teams on safe work practices and regulatory requirements
• Manage internal and external safety inspections, audits, hazard analyses, and recordkeeping
• Review serious injuries and incidents, analyze trends, and recommend preventive measures
• Identify hazards, recommend controls, and ensure unsafe acts or conditions are corrected promptly
• Assist in selecting appropriate safety equipment, PPE, and signage
• Provide technical expertise related to safety management and regulatory compliance
• Liaise with OSHA and other authorities during inspections, audits, and follow‑up activities
• Support work stoppages (“pause work”) when necessary and lead safety mitigation discussions
• Conduct research and develop statistical analyses to support management decision‑making
• Create and maintain evacuation plans and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• Working knowledge of safety and environmental principles and practices
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local Environmental Health & Safety regulations
• Experience in construction or maintenance operations
• Ability to identify safety exposures and recommend corrective actions
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate concerns tactfully and professionally with field leadership and stakeholders
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Analytical thinking, sound judgment, and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, non‑structured environment and reprioritize as needed
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Apple applications, and collaboration tools

Education & Experience

• Minimum7 years of experiencein construction, maintenance, safety, or operations
• Experience in mechanical contracting or commercial/industrial construction strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or related fieldORequivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Required Certifications & Licenses

• CHST or CSP certification required
• OSHA 10‑hour certification (must be obtained within 30 days if not current)
• Valid driver’s license meeting company requirements

Additional Information

• Local travel required
• Some nights and weekends may be required