Safety Specialist
Specialist will spend a majority of time in the field supporting active construction sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct regular job site safety inspections and audits on road and highway construction projects
- Support implementation and enforcement of company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and DOT requirements
- Assist with job hazard analyses (JHAs), pre-task planning, and daily safety briefings
- Deliver and document toolbox talks and safety training
- Monitor traffic control setups, flagging operations, and work-zone safety compliance
- Investigate incidents, near misses, and property damage; prepare reports and corrective actions
- Track and maintain safety documentation, including training records, inspections, and corrective actions
- Assist with workers’ compensation claims and return-to-work coordination
- Participate in safety meetings with project managers, superintendents, and crews
- Promote proactive hazard reporting and continuous improvement in safety performance
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years of safety experience in road, highway, or heavy civil construction
- Working knowledge of OSHA construction standards (29 CFR 1926)
- Familiarity with DOT, MUTCD, and work-zone traffic control requirements
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with field crews
- Ability to travel between multiple job sites and work outdoors in varying conditions
Valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification
First Aid/CPR certification
- Experience with incident investigations and root-cause analysis
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk uneven terrain and active construction sites
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally
- Ability to work extended hours, nights, or weekends as project schedules require
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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