Safety Specialist II - Industrial and Energy

Granite Construction • Cheyenne, WY

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About The Position

The Safety Specialist II collaborates in administering the Company’s Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) and related regulations for an assigned location, consistent with the code of conduct. The role works with company team members, owner representatives, regulatory agencies, clinics, and medical/testing facilities to support effective working relationships and safe project operations. It supports safety program implementation, training, inspections, audits, hazard analysis, incident response, and corrective actions. The position may require travel and work in construction or plant environments, including at heights and in enclosed or confined spaces.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, or a related field, or Certified Health and Safety Technician preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in a civil construction-related safety environment.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal safety and health regulations.
• Knowledge of construction safety regulations.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, follow-through, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in a high-production environment and respond swiftly.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively.
• Ability to work under pressure and deadlines in a high-production environment; 50+ hours per week, including nights and weekends, are expected.
• Motivated self-starter.
• Microsoft Office Suite skills.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly talking and hearing; frequently standing, walking, sitting, and using a computer keyboard; occasionally reaching, working at heights or in enclosed or confined spaces, climbing stairs and ladders, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds from floor to waist.
• Ability to work subject to outside working conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Health and Safety Technician.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with company team members, owner representatives, regulatory agencies, clinics, and medical/testing facilities to ensure effective working relationships.
• Plan project visits, safety orientations, and training based on project needs and financial impacts.
• Promote engagement with the company safety program and local incident-prevention efforts to encourage involvement and reduce at-risk behaviors.
• Assist with implementation of safety-related programs to help meet strategic goals.
• Perform and document inspections, observations, and audits to reduce incidents and support employee health and well-being.
• Assist with preparation and performance of safety meetings and training programs to improve understanding of work-related hazards and risks.
• Engage in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to assist with compliance and protect company interests.
• Assist in developing and reviewing job hazard analyses to identify hazards and control measures.
• Assist in investigating and communicating near misses, incidents, and claims to preserve company interests.
• Conduct periodic checks to ensure plans, corrective actions, and deficiencies are corrected and documented promptly.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Sick leave
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending plans
• Programs for musculoskeletal health and mental wellness
• Two PPO medical plan options through Anthem BlueCross for salaried employees; the premium for the most popular plan is fully paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred by salaried employees; immediate vesting

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level