Site Safety Specialist

IEA Infrastructure and Energy Alternatives; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Flexible spending account

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

MasTec, Inc. is seeking a Safety Specialist to assist Safety Managers in implementing safety programs at construction job sites. The role involves delivering safety trainings, conducting site walks, and supporting incident investigations to maintain OSHA compliance and reduce risks.

The position prioritizes field presence (approx. 80%), with collaboration across management and craft workers, and requires strong communication and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years safety-related experience preferred.
• Working towards STS-C or BCSP certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and present safety trainings for job site and client requirements.
• Understand and apply OSHA regulations to field operations.
• Identify and mitigate hazardous situations on-site with Safety Managers.

Skills

Safety training

OSHA knowledge

Hazard recognition

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

STS-C candidate / BCSP pursuit

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Responsible for assisting the Safety Managers on all safety-related matters and ensure compliance with federal, state, and corporate environmental, health and safety regulations are met. Responsible for safety functions, in the field, necessary to support the company construction at an assigned jobsite. The Specialist conducts specialized safety trainings job safety analysis, workplace audits, and incident responses as needed.

Location & Travel Details:Location and travel details

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and present safety training to support the assigned job site and client requirements, including planning, documentation, and presentation of safety training
• Understand the OSHA regulations and how they are applied
• Recognize and track hazardous situations on the job site and work with Safety Managers to mitigate issues
• Complete daily site walks to identify and document onsite safety risks or discrepancies
• Provide Safety Leadership creating enthusiasm and participation among management and craft workers, resulting in excellent safety performance
• Gather details, provide input, and review incident reports
• Assist in the execution of the jobsite safety plans
• Understand and implement lockout/tagout procedures in a safe manner
• Communicate with the company management regarding safety matters
• Complete drug screen collections as needed
• Assist Safety Manager with incident investigations
• Understand and implement the site-specific emergency response plan
• Maintain an adequate driving record and demonstrate the ability to maneuver vehicles safely on a MasTec construction site
• Spend 80% of the time in the field with the crews
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• One to two years’ of safety-related experience
• Previous construction experience preferred
• Working towards obtaining STS-C or other BCSP certifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the company’s Zero Injury principles
• Functional computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Type and write reports with accuracy and appropriate grammar
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Must have knowledge of hazard recognition, record keeping and injury management skills, and written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• Ability to perform safety inspections ensuring compliance with the company and OSHA standards

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and extreme heat
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation $0-$0 / year, commensurate with experience
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [e-mail]. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Service Line (UKG) : Name

IMS-IEA Management Services