Safety Technician - Industrial Construction
About The Position
The Safety Technician supports the implementation and enforcement of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs on industrial construction sites. The role works closely with site management, contractors, and workers to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry best practices. It contributes to hazard identification, incident prevention, and a strong safety culture in a high-risk construction environment. The position is based at a project site and requires openness to travel and relocation as work needs change. The Kiewit Industrial District provides direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States, including data centers, mineral processing, energy, and water projects.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of construction safety experience overseeing self-perform construction, not just subcontractor oversight.
- Knowledge of construction safety and current federal and OSHA requirements.
- Ability to travel and relocate as required.
- Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to recognize discrepancies.
- Strong work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
- Regular, reliable attendance and ability to work productively and meet deadlines.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
- Ability to perform work safely and effectively and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment-use guidance, and other policies.
- Ability to work during normal operating hours and to work overtime and weekends as required.
- Ability to work at various locations and in varying conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field.
- Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician.
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing, reviewing, updating, and communicating the SSSP to employees and subcontractors.
- Collaborate daily with craft employees in the field to encourage buy-in and ownership of the safety program.
- Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure compliance with company policies, regulations, work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans.
- Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with field operations based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work.
- Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees in executing the SSSP.
- Assist with maintaining project files, including accident and injury files, in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations and company policies.
- Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency medical services and clinics.
- Assist with KieTrac entry, incident investigations, and implementation of effective solutions.
- Complete daily documented hazard inspections and help operations, craft, and subcontractors implement corrective actions.
- Review work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans before work begins.
- Assist with and provide safety training on policies, procedures, OSHA/MSHA, NCCER, SIMS, orientation, and client-specific requirements.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents.
- Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs.
- Life insurance.
- Disability benefits.
- Retirement plans with matching.
- Generous paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
