Statewide Crane Safety Investigator – Field Compliance

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries; Washington; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Premium Pay (King County)

Travel required

Job summary

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries is seeking a Compliance Safety & Health Investigator 3 (CISHI 3) – Crane Safety to protect workers statewide through high-level inspections, detailed incident investigations, and enforcement of WISHA standards. This role requires traveling across Washington to inspect complex crane operations and identify hazards.

You will serve as a technical expert, collaborating with engineers and legal teams, mentoring newer investigators, and shaping safer

Qualifications

• Valid and unrestricted driver license; no DUI in past 7 years.
• Ability to learn and grow and adapt to safety standards.
• Ability to take action to meet the needs of others and work with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct thorough investigations of crane-related accidents.
• Perform safety inspections including crane-related investigations.
• Conduct pre-investigation research reviewing electronic files and references.
• Enter worksites unannounced to conduct compliance investigations.
• Assist engineers on complex investigations and mentor junior staff.
• Document findings and prepare detailed reports for enforcement.
• Identify hazards and ensure abatement during inspections.
• Testify as a witness for inspections and investigations.

Skills

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Tools

Crane knowledge

Investigation methods

Job description

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries is seeking a Compliance Safety & Health Investigator 3 (CISHI 3) – Crane Safety to protect workers statewide through high-level inspections, detailed incident investigations, and enforcement of WISHA standards. This role requires traveling across Washington to inspect complex crane operations and identify hazards.

You will serve as a technical expert, collaborating with engineers and legal teams, mentoring newer investigators, and shaping safer