Site Safety Representative: Entry-level

Freedom Industries, Inc.; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Industries, Inc. is seeking a Site Safety Representative to ensure a safe, healthy, accident-free environment on all assigned projects. You will train team members on required safety training and manage daily SPA documents, audits, and drug screening processes.

The role emphasizes field presence (about 75% in the field), coordination of permits, LOTO and confined space procedures, incident investigations, and ongoing safety training across the workforce.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Safety certification and OSHA training preferred.
• 3 years’ experience with safety management in an Industrial Construction environment preferred.
• 1 year knowledge of governmental ES&H standards, rules and regulations
• 1 year proficiency in applying standards, rules and regulations to construction projects
• 2 years’ proficiency with Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Review and develop Safe Plan of Action (SPA) Documents daily and turn into main office electronically daily.
• Ensure adherence to site specific safety procedure compliance as well as Freedom Industries Inc. safety policies.
• Keep track/inventory of all PPE, fall protection, confined space and first aid related items.
• Track safety observation reports (SOR’s) as needed.
• Assist field employees in obtaining/completing site specific permits when needed.
• Conduct and prepare Lockout/Tagout procedures as required.
• Conduct monthly random drug screenings as needed.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks on job relevant safety items. (10 min. max)
• Conduct at least two site audits daily and submit electronically to the main office.
• Spend at least 75% of the time during the shift in the field observing.
• Be involved in all critical risk activities on site. (LOTO, Confined space, Crane lifts, Working at heights, Excavations, etc.)
• Conduct Accident Investigations as needed.
• Attend all safety meetings on site.
• Inspect for all inspected equipment to ensure compliance (Drop cords, Tools, Lifts, Ladders, etc.)
• Conduct required safety training for Freedom Industries, Inc. employees.
• Perform any other tasks directly related to safety that are specified in the written job contracts.
• Conduct continuing education daily for safety related items. (Webinars, online training, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety management

OSHA training

Governance knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Freedom Industries

Freedom Industries is a trusted MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) service provider, proudly serving a wide range of industries, including Life Sciences, Automotive, Industrial Manufacturing, Semiconductor, and Food/Beverage. Since our founding in 2004, we have remained committed to delivering exceptional industrial maintenance and construction services. Our core mission is simple yet powerful: “Our purpose is to honor God by building a great future for our Freedom family through relationship-driven industrial construction and maintenance.”

As a 100% employee-owned company, we are passionate about fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and growth. We believe in putting ‘the right person in the right seat’ and are actively seeking new owners who share our values and vision for the future. Don’t just work for Freedom – work to build your future!

Employee owners at Freedom enjoy competitive pay, PTO, paid Holidays, and exceptional benefit options.

Freedom is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

To maintain a safe and productive workplace, and as a condition of employment, all candidates selected for hire are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

Freedom participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. All new hires must provide valid documentation to establish identity and work authorization in the United States.

Position Summary:

The Site Safety Representative visits job sites or may be assigned to specific job sites. It is their responsibility to ensure a safe, healthy and accident-free work environment on all assigned projects. This position assists in training Team Members on governmentally required training as well as job site specific safety training. The Site Safety Representative executes the random drug screening process. This position will deliver corrective counsel as necessary for violation of drug and/or safety policies.

Skills and Abilities:

Experience in Safety Management, ES&H Management or related science/construction field or equivalent experience/training preferred. Knowledge of SDS documentation, ability to train and mentor all levels in an organization regarding safety and safe working practices.

Essential Functions:

• Review and develop Safe Plan of Action (SPA) Documents daily and turn into main office electronically daily.
• Ensure adherence to site specific safety procedure compliance as well as Freedom Industries Inc. safety policies.
• Keep track/inventory of all PPE, fall protection, confined space and first aid related items.
• Track safety observation reports (SOR’s) as needed.
• Assist field employees in obtaining/completing site specific permits when needed.
• Conduct and prepare Lockout/Tagout procedures as required.
• Conduct monthly random drug screenings as needed.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks on job relevant safety items. (10 min. max)
• Conduct at least two site audits daily and submit electronically to the main office.
• Spend at least 75% of the time during the shift in the field observing.
• Be involved in all critical risk activities on site. (LOTO, Confined space, Crane lifts, Working at heights, Excavations, etc.)
• Conduct Accident Investigations as needed.
• Attend all safety meetings on site.
• Inspect for all inspected equipment to ensure compliance (Drop cords, Tools, Lifts, Ladders, etc.)
• Conduct required safety training for Freedom Industries, Inc. employees.
• Perform any other tasks directly related to safety that are specified in the written job contracts.
• Conduct continuing education daily for safety related items. (Webinars, online training, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience/Education/Other Requirements:

• Associate’s degree or Equivalent Experience
• Safety Certification and OSHA Training preferred
• 3 years’ experience with safety management in an Industrial Construction environment preferred
• 1 year knowledge of governmental ES&H standards, rules and regulations
• 1 year proficiency in applying standards, rules and regulations to construction projects
• 1 year working knowledge of safe working practices and conducting accident investigations
• 2 years’ proficiency with Microsoft Office