Field Safety Technician

World Oil•South Gate, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Field Safety Technician is responsible for conducting internal compliance audits, periodic inspections, and monitoring of safety compliance at World Oil plants and facilities. The Field Safety Technician coordinates with other departments to ensure compliance measures are implemented consistently across all locations. This role reports to the Health and Safety Director and completes essential duties in the Safety Department.

Requirements

High school degree required.
1-3 years of experience in safety or related field.
Proficiency in using safety software, such as incident tracking, safety management, and safety training software.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively train, communicate, and collaborate with employees at all levels of the organization.
Knowledge of safety regulations and standards, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
The skill in understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
The skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
The skill in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and speaking.
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in safety, in manufacturing or industrial setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts and documents safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify and evaluates potential hazardous in the workplace.
Implements corrective action measures found during inspections/audits.
Ensures field compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs to minimize occupational injuries, illnesses, and environmental impact.
Participates in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) sessions and ensures corrective measures are implemented.
Responsible for conducting and documenting fire extinguisher inspections, eyewash/shower inspections, fall arrest systems, and other Cal-OSHA required inspection requirements.
Conducts regular job walks, monitoring workplace safety and policy compliance.
Participates in accidents and incidents investigations and ensures compliance with implemented corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
Collaborates with management, supervisors, and employees to implement safety improvement initiatives.
Participates in emergency response drills and coordinates with local emergency responders to ensure preparedness for emergency situations.
Monitors compliance and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensures appropriate PPE is available at all facilities.
Observe worksite safety during plant shut-downs/turn-arounds and other project work.
Monitor First Aid kit inventory.
Support uniform delivery and inventory.
Performs other related duties as assigned.