Safety Specialist - Upstate NY (Albany, Syracuse, Rochester, Buffalo, Binghamton)
About The Position
World Insurance Associates is a unique insurance organization offering top products and services from major providers, combined with attentive service from local agents. Founded in 2011, World is one of the fastest-growing insurance brokers in the U.S. with over 2,200 employees in over 260 offices across North America. We specialize in personal and commercial insurance lines, surety and bonding, employee benefits, financial and retirement services, and human capital management solutions. Our rapid growth and market leading presence has created opportunities throughout the state and we offer top talent the choice to work from one of our multiple offices throughout the region. Position requires traveling to clients and conducting safety inspections of worksites and facilities. Candidate should be able to identify workplace hazards and submit recommendations for compliance. Candidate is also expected to write safety programs and assist in implementation Hold safety classes with client employees when indicated Create safety manuals. Also, site-specific manuals when required Discuss safety protocol with GC’s when required. Interact with governmental agencies when mitigation is required. Construction sites are located in the Upstate New York district with locations in the Albany to Buffalo to Binghamton to Rochester areas.
Requirements
- Knowledge of OSHA 1926 and 1910 (all sub parts) required.
- Ideal candidate should hold certificates and be able to conduct forklift safety training, aerial lift, and boom safety training.
- OSHA certified trainer and possessing a NYS CR-59 certification is a plus, however, may achieve certification during employment.
- Self-motivated and proactive in identifying problems and developing recommended solutions
- High degree of business acumen and ability to clearly communicate with all levels of management in a dynamic work environment
- Ability to work independently as well as ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
- Ability to travel 50-75% within New York State
Nice To Haves
- OSHA certified trainer and possessing a NYS CR-59 certification
Responsibilities
- Conducting safety inspections of worksites and facilities
- Identify workplace hazards and submit recommendations for compliance
- Write safety programs and assist in implementation
- Hold safety classes with client employees when indicated
- Create safety manuals and site-specific manuals when required
- Discuss safety protocol with GC’s when required
- Interact with governmental agencies when mitigation is required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
