Safety Specialist

CK Contractors & Development • West Palm Beach, FL

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About The Position

The Safety Specialist is a full-time, exempt position. This position is responsible for training employees and monitoring field safety to ensure a safe and fully compliant work environment for all employees. The Safety Specialist should also be able to assist the Safety Director in identifying opportunities to minimize workplace health hazards quickly and efficiently.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of OSHA construction regulations, hazard identification and corrections, environmental regulations, workers compensation, and human behavior.
• Ability to deal calmly and effectively in high-stress situations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong computer literacy including Microsoft Office applications.
• Exceptional multitasking and organizational skills.
• Skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing with employees at all levels.
• Five (5) years of construction safety knowledge with a focus on land development and utility installation.
• OSHA 30-hour Construction certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Spanish and English fluency, writing and speaking.
• Ability to conduct training in both English and Spanish preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field is preferred.
• OSHA 510 or 511 certification is preferred or can be obtained in first year.

Responsibilities

• Conducts safety training.
• Performs safety inspections and audits to identify possible safety issues and assess employee compliance with safety regulations.
• Identifies opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems.
• Stops operations and activities that could harm employees or equipment.
• Transports injured employees to get medical attention.
• Assists in logging training records.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.
• Provides support to the safety committee.
• Reviews safety training and recommends revisions, improvements, and updates.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive health insurance, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• In addition to financial security, we prioritize the well-being of our team members by offering paid time off, a safe work environment, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• We believe that by investing in our employees’ health, wellness, and safety, we can cultivate a motivated and dedicated workforce, leading to the overall success and growth of our company.

What This Job Offers

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