Safety, Security & Training Manager

Herzog•Santa Ana, CA

9h•$115,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Herzog Transit Services, Inc. is currently seeking a Safety, Security & Training Manager in Santa Ana, CA to join our team on the Orange County Streetcar Project. The pay range for this position is $115,000 - $140,000 annually. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position. Position reports to the General Manager

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
3+ years Streetcar and/or Light Rail safety, security and training management experience
Knowledge and practical application of SMS in transit
Must have the ability and availability to respond immediately to emergency or problem calls, and to be on call twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week.
Transit Safety and Security Program (TSSP) certification required
Must be competent and have experience with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and State Safety Oversight (SSO) rules and regulations
Knowledgeable in proactive accident prevention
Ability to obtain and maintain Streetcar Operator certificate
Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
Maintain a valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
Pass pre-employment DOT physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
This position requires you to pass and maintain a DOT medical evaluation to drive a Herzog commercial vehicle.
Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.
Able to walk on uneven surfaces up to one-half mile.
Maintain balance for an extended period of time while train is in motion.
Must be able to be aware of surroundings and follow verbal commands while being exposed to moderately loud noises on a daily basis.
Work in a confined access/space environment with a width of 24 inches.
Must be able to adapt to various temperature extremes including but not limited to heat, cold, moisture and wind.
Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
Able to tolerate repetitive movements: bending and overhead reaching.
Regularly to push/pull a force of 25 pounds.
Regularly ascend/descend a platform with a height of up to 18 inches from the floor.
Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position.
Able to work in a safety sensitive work environment.

Responsibilities

Review annually and revise the agency’s safety plans and procedures (PTASP, SSCP, HMP, AIIP, CAPP, etc.)
Ensure department compliance, through SMS, with agency safety plans and documents
Coordinate all aspects of the project Safety & Health program
Establish procedures and guidelines for the Safety & Health Program
Develop safety recommendations for specific operations
Study and provide current information on government regulations for California Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), California Public Utility Commission (CPUC), and keep Management and Supervisors advised of revisions of new applicable regulations.
Conduct safety inspections of the jobsite, public areas, adjacent thereto, take necessary and timely corrective actions to eliminate any unsafe acts or conditions
Participate in development of emergency response drills
Establish and implement a safety-training program for supervisors and employees as applicable to their specific jobs and assist in Daily Safety Meetings and Job Hazard Analysis development.
Collect data and records pertaining to performance targets outlined in the PTASP for evaluation
Participate in all departmental, agency, city, State and FTA safety and security audits
Complete and review Incident and Injury reports as required to assure timely submission and to initiate corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
Conduct accident investigations and preparation of required forms for timely submission of reports
Coordinate with corporate on all workers comp claims
Ensure that all sub-contractors employees comply with jobsite safety rules and regulations
Responsible for the drug and alcohol testing program, including coordination of employee screening
Operate streetcars and maintain operator certification
Participate in the Safety and Security Review Committee and the Fire Life Safety and Security Committee
Participate in the hazard identification and resolution process
Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
Other duties as assigned.