Field Safety Technician

Mge Underground • Porterville, CA

136d • $30 - $35

About The Position

The Field Safety Technician must be a motivated, detail-oriented, and observant individual who has a passion for safety. This position requires a strong understanding of the importance of safety and what it means to the construction industry.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in construction or a related field required.
• Valid Class C Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within construction or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications.
• Ability to travel, drive for long periods of time, and stay overnight as required (within California).
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish.
• Knowledge in California Government Code 4216 (USA North811), Title 8 (Cal/OSHA) or OSHA preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and collect data from job sites through Loss Prevention Observations (LPOs).
• Assist in accident/incident investigations and report to appropriate parties.
• Assist in the training of new hires and other associated classifications.
• Attend and participate in all internal/external safety related meetings, as needed.
• Report malfunctioning or damaged equipment to the appropriate parties.
• Respond to emergency situations when needed.
• Perform other job-related duties as needed.
• Promote harmony among crews and between other personnel or contractor crews, internal and external customers.
• Maintain a positive attitude, especially in adverse situations, and be a positive influence within and outside the company.
• Travel to job sites as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401K.
• Vacation accrual for all non-exempt employees in addition to ten paid company holidays.
• Flexible Time-off Policy that promotes a culture of freedom and responsibility for paid time-off.
• Multiple monitors, standing desks, and other ergonomic equipment to match your work style.
• Monthly birthday celebrations, team lunches, company-wide employee recognition events, and other employee engagement opportunities.
• Employer-sponsored learning/career development opportunities and conferences/seminars.
• Employee Assistance Program: no-cost counseling, legal consultation, financial consultation, ID recovery, emotional well-being resources, dependent care resources, and crisis consultation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: High school or GED