Site Safety Representative: Mid-level (3–5 years)

Freedom Industries, Inc.; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Industries, Inc. is seeking a Site Safety Representative to ensure a safe, healthy, and accident-free environment on our industrial construction projects. This role trains field personnel on safety requirements, oversees procedures, and supports audits.

The position requires 3–5 years in safety management in an industrial construction setting, OSHA 510 certification, knowledge of SDS, permits, and incident investigations. Field-focused duties with reporting to the main office.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
• OSHA 510 REQUIRED (OSHA 500 preferred).
• 3–5 years’ experience in safety management in an industrial construction environment.
• Working knowledge of safety practices and conducting accident investigations.
• Minimum 2 years’ proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Review and develop SPA documents daily and submit electronically.
• Ensure adherence to site safety procedures and company policies.
• Track PPE, fall protection, confined space, and first aid items.
• Maintain safety observation reports and site audits.
• Assist in obtaining site permits and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Conduct monthly random drug screenings.
• Lead daily toolbox talks (max 10 minutes).
• Perform site audits and report findings to main office.
• Spend most shift in the field observing operations.
• Participate in critical risk activities such as LOTO and working at heights.
• Conduct accident investigations and safety meetings.
• Inspect equipment for safety compliance (cords, tools, lifts, ladders).
• Provide safety training for Freedom Industries employees.
• Other duties related to safety as required.

Skills

Safety Management

ES&H Management

SDS Knowledge

Training & Mentoring

Safety Compliance

Education

Associate’s degree or Equivalent Experience

OSHA 510 REQUIRED

OSHA 500 PREFERRED

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
• 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 & OSHA 510 REQUIRED (OSHA 500 preferred)
• 3-5 years’ experience with:
  • Safety management – Industrial construction environment preferred
  • Governmental ES&H standards, rules and regulations
  • Application of standards, rules and regulations to construction projects
  • Working knowledge of safe working practices and conducting accident investigations
• Minimum 2 years’ proficiency with Microsoft Office