Safety Specialist

Herzog•Burns, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Herzog Energy, Inc. is currently seeking a qualified Safety Specialist in Burns, NY to join our team. This role supports the implementation of project safety, health, environmental, and compliance programs for renewable energy construction projects. The specialist will maintain a strong field presence, conduct routine safety inspections and observations, identify hazards, and collaborate with employees, supervisors, and subcontractors to implement corrective actions. Responsibilities include reviewing hazard assessments, monitoring safe work practices across various construction activities, assisting with incident investigations, supporting safety training, and monitoring subcontractor safety performance. The role also involves maintaining safety records and serving as a safety coach to promote a strong safety culture.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction required or must be completed within the company-established timeframe.
Working knowledge of OSHA construction standards and common construction hazards.
Ability to conduct field inspections, review hazard assessments, and assist with incident investigations.
Strong communication, computer, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in an active construction environment and coach employees, supervisors, and subcontractors while promoting Safety Without Compromise.
Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
Maintain a valid driver's license and endorsements as required per position.
Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.
Perform light work, occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force.
Able to walk on uneven surfaces.
Occasionally ascend/descend step ladders and/or stairs.
Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
Regularly kneel, bend, and squat.
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 conditions with loud noise; work on/around heavy/moving machinery.
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet).

Nice To Haves

Related Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
Three years of construction safety experience preferred.
Renewable energy, solar, electrical, heavy civil, or power-generation experience preferred.
OSHA 510 preferred; OSHA 500 is a plus.
First Aid/CPR/AED certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Support implementation of project safety, health, environmental, and compliance programs for renewable energy construction projects.
Maintain a strong field presence and conduct routine safety inspections and observations.
Identify hazards and work with employees, supervisors, and subcontractors to implement corrective actions.
Review JHAs, JSAs, Pre-Task Plans, and other hazard assessments before work begins.
Monitor safe work practices involving civil, mechanical, electrical, heavy equipment, excavation, rigging, LOTO, and commissioning activities.
Assist with incident, near-miss, property damage, and environmental investigations and corrective-action follow-up.
Support employee orientations, toolbox talks, safety meetings, and task-specific training.
Monitor subcontractor safety performance and verify required training, certifications, and qualifications.
Maintain safety records, inspections, incident documentation, corrective actions, and project safety performance data.
Serve as a safety coach and field resource while promoting Stop Work Authority and Herzog's Safety Without Compromise culture.
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.