Traveling Field Site Safety & Health Officer

AmeriTech Contracting•Meriden, CT

About The Position

The Field Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) helps advance health and safety across assigned Ameritech Contracting operations and works to ensure employees are not exposed to unacceptable conditions. The SSHO promotes the project-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Corporate Safety Program, conducts inspections and audits, provides safety training, investigates accidents and incidents, and supports the company’s safety culture.

Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
Meet at least one of the following qualification paths: OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification updated within the last five years, plus at least five years of construction industry safety experience within the last ten years; or at least three years of construction industry safety experience plus one of the following: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Construction Safety and Health Technician (CSHT), or a degree in safety and health from an accredited university or college.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable pre-employment screening and verification requirements, which may include background checks, motor vehicle records checks, drug screening, employment or reference verification, and government or security clearance requirements, as applicable.

Responsibilities

Conduct frequent daily safety inspections of the site and subcontractors’ operations.
Conduct weekly documented inspections of the full construction area with subcontractor Trade Safety and Health Competent Persons in their work areas.
Coordinate with the ACE Contracting Officer Representative and report findings and corrective actions weekly.
Be present on site during active excavation, trenching, or shoring to monitor safety and verify the excavation permit is properly completed.
Engage with project managers, safety personnel, superintendents, foremen, craft workers, clients, and facility personnel.
Audit project documentation for compliance with ACE EM 385, the Site APP, and the Corporate Safety Program.
Conduct Toolbox Talks and safety meetings.
Provide site-, client-, and hazard-specific safety training.
Assist with implementation of Medical Surveillance programs.
Prepare and handle safety documentation and reports concerning accidents, injuries, third-party claims, utility incidents, and field audits.
Coordinate company safety efforts with project management.
Mentor field personnel and subcontractor safety staff on safety knowledge and attitude.
Monitor and oversee subcontractor safety compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned.