Safety Technician

Gaylor Electric•Elkhart, IN

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. Travel may be required. The role develops and implements accident-prevention programs and training plans, supports safety training and OSHA certifications, conducts job-site inspections, investigates and reports incidents, and helps maintain safety records and reports. The Safety Technician also administers the Company Tool Box Talks program, participates in loss-control activities and enforcement of safety policies, responds to safety inquiries, and assists with presentations, events, and communications. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Develop and implement an accident-prevention program and training plan to meet project safety specifications and requirements.
Identify safety work permits and ensure compliance with project contract plans.
Conduct incident investigations and submit reports in a timely manner.
Evaluate results of safety-program efforts 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 involving employee injuries, health claims, equipment and 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 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 as appropriate.
Assist the Safety Director with presentations and the organization of Company events.
Perform other duties as assigned.