Field Safety Professional
About The Position
The Field Safety Professional works within the Safety department, reports to the project Safety Manager, and collaborates with the safety team, project teams, and field personnel. The role ensures compliance at the project site with regulatory and owner requirements, as well as company policies and procedures, while helping create and cultivate an injury- and accident-free work environment. The position is fully at the project site near Amarillo, Texas. The position requires spending at least 80% of time observing and correcting field safety conditions, conducting safety audits, and coaching craft personnel in safe work practices. Responsibilities also include safety training and documentation, inspections, hazard correction, incident response and analysis, ensuring appropriate PPE use, and conducting industrial hygiene monitoring and recordkeeping as needed.
Requirements
- At least five years of construction safety-related experience.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Technical knowledge of construction safety.
- Ability to conduct field observations, interactions, and interventions.
- Interpersonal communication skills and the ability to review and suggest improvements to field task planning.
- Experience in safety training and ability to provide new contractor orientation training.
- Knowledge of hazard communication programs and global harmonization systems.
- Expertise in construction hazard recognition.
- First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
- Excellent verbal, written, and electronic communication, interpersonal, organizational, and articulation skills.
- Excellent customer service skills and ability to communicate with diverse groups.
- Ability to work effectively indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams, and a general understanding of computer networks.
- Ability to pass the Hoffman Drug and Alcohol test.
- Must be able to work independently, make decisions, follow through on assignments, plan and organize work, and use independent judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and computer skills and a high level of English proficiency to read, write, speak, interpret construction-related documentation, and communicate with coworkers.
- Must be able to meet the listed physical and mental requirements, including climbing stairs for 50% of the day, lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds minimally, and maintaining alertness, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in safety or a related field.
- Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.
- OSHA 500 for construction.
Responsibilities
- Spend at least 80% of working time observing and correcting field safety conditions, conducting safety audits, and coaching craft personnel in best safety practices.
- Interact professionally with employees to promote safe acts and workplace conditions.
- Help create and cultivate an injury- and accident-free work environment.
- Anticipate, identify, evaluate, and correct hazardous conditions and practices.
- Train craft personnel in new employee orientation and other construction safety programs, and document formal training.
- Conduct and document safety inspections.
- Bring observed safety violations and hazardous conditions to the attention of the responsible supervisor for immediate correction.
- Ensure subcontractor employees wear appropriate clothing, safety equipment, and other PPE.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and owner requirements and company policies and procedures.
- Immediately visit the site of injuries, incidents, or near-misses involving employees or equipment; identify and protect evidence, document conditions, conduct interviews, take follow-up actions, and assist with analysis.
- Conduct industrial hygiene monitoring and maintain records as necessary.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and advancement opportunities.
- Ongoing professional training and development.
- Comprehensive benefits, including free primary care for the employee and family through dedicated clinics, health insurance, paid time off, and a generous retirement plan.
- A culture rooted in inclusion, collaboration, and respect.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
