Safety Technician

Gaylor Electric•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Safety Technician implements and enforces company and/or customer safety programs and procedures to reduce work-related accidents and injuries, with an emphasis on prevention. The position reports directly to the corporate Safety Manager, and travel may be required. The Safety Technician develops accident-prevention programs and training plans, supports compliance with project safety requirements, investigates and reports incidents, evaluates program results, and administers the Company Tool Box Talks program. The role also supports loss-control programs, safety training and certifications, job-site inspections, recordkeeping, reporting, inquiries, and safety-related communications and events. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school graduate, GED holder, or equivalent studies or experience.
Three years of previous construction safety experience.
Knowledge of construction OSHA rules, regulations, and recordkeeping.
Strong administrative, computer, organizational, and communication skills.
High-level interpersonal relationship skills.
Proficiency in communication and organizational skills, and technology/computer proficiency.
OSHA 30 (Construction) certification.
First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
License where required by the state.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement an accident-prevention program and training plan that meets project safety specifications and requirements.
Identify safety work permits and ensure compliance with project contract plans.
Conduct incident investigations and prepare reports in a timely manner.
Evaluate safety-program results reported through various sources and determine appropriate actions.
Oversee and administer the Company Tool Box Talks program, including selecting and distributing topics for timely presentation.
Participate in loss-control programs addressing employee injuries, health claims, equipment damage, material damage, job-site security, and employee safety training.
Participate in enforcing Company safety policies and procedures and in special projects.
Prepare statistical reports as requested and maintain records and files for reporting and auditing.
Handle safety inquiries and situations through direct personal action.
Prepare correspondence, memoranda, presentation materials, and reports.
Participate in or assist the Education Department with safety training, OSHA training, and safety certifications.
Conduct routine job-site safety inspections.
May serve as a liaison with the community or external agencies regarding Company or Department activities, programs, and needs.
Organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
Answer safety-related inquiries, provide information, and redirect inquiries when appropriate.
Assist the Safety Director with presentations and organization of Company events.
Perform other duties as assigned.