Safety Technician

United Mechanical•Oklahoma City, OK

13d•Onsite

About The Position

United Mechanical is looking for a Full time, motivated and detail-oriented Safety Technician to join their team in Oklahoma City, OK. The Safety Technician is responsible for assisting with the implementation, administration, and enforcement of the company's safety program across multiple divisions. This position works closely with management, project teams, and field personnel to promote a culture of safety while ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, client requirements, and company policies. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Safety Management or a minimum of two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent communication, organizational, and motivational skills.
Strong active listening skills and the ability to understand employees' perspectives.
Excellent computer, mathematical, and recordkeeping skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret governmental regulations, technical procedures, business contracts, and safety manuals.
Ability to prepare reports, business correspondence, and written procedures.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, general contractors, customers, and employees.
Outstanding attention to detail and observational skills.
Ability to travel to jobsites and alternate locations for meetings, training, inspections, and safety program discussions.
Availability to work occasional weekends when necessary to support jobsite safety requirements.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (zero-point Motor Vehicle Record preferred).
Applicants must be able to meet all requirements associated with safety-sensitive employment, including successful completion of applicable pre-employment screenings and ongoing compliance with company and client safety policies.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification or OSHA 30 General Industry Certification.
Experience using ISNetworld, DISA, and contractor prequalification systems.
Previous experience in commercial or industrial construction safety.
Proficient in fall protection.
Excellent intrapersonal skills.
Proficient in Microsoft office.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning and implementing safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA.
Advise management regarding safety compliance concerns and preventive actions.
Plan and conduct employee safety training.
Maintain safety files and records, including state licenses, equipment certifications, and employee training records.
Coordinate company drug and alcohol testing.
Coordinate client-required random drug and alcohol testing.
Request background checks as required by clients.
Conduct new employee orientations and onboarding for three divisions under the corporate umbrella.
Conduct safety training sessions and presentations.
Select and develop weekly toolbox talk topics.
Prepare Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) as requested by general contractors.
Maintain inventory of PPE, fall protection equipment, and other safety-related equipment.
Prepare for and actively participate in OSHA inspections.
Investigate accidents and near-miss incidents to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
Coordinate Workers' Compensation claims, including attending medical appointments with injured employees, investigating accidents and near-miss incidents, completing required documentation, following up on all claims, and monitoring and reporting the status of claims and the safety program to management.
Maintain OSHA logs and all required safety documentation.
Maintain ISNetworld and DISA compliance updates.
Approve and code invoices related to the company's self-funded safety program, including Workers' Compensation, post-accident testing, and random drug screenings.
Schedule annual and monthly inspections of company-owned safety equipment, including cranes, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, and other required equipment.
Maintain and update electronic Safety Manuals and SDS books for all companies.
Assist Project Managers with contractor prequalification safety documentation.
Visit jobsites before work begins to identify hazards and recommend appropriate controls or corrective measures.
Approve and code billings related to company's self-funded safety program including worker's comp, post-accident and random drug screenings.
Schedule annual/monthly inspections for company owned safety equipment, such as cranes, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, etc.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Assign, schedule, and coordinate safety inspections for yourself and other safety professionals at construction jobsites and fabrication facilities.
Review safety inspection findings and provide recommendations to company management and general contractors for correcting potential hazards.
Work closely with the company's service divisions to support and improve safety programs.
Develop, implement, and enforce company safety policies and procedures.
Administer disciplinary action for employees and subcontractors who fail to comply with company safety policies.
Provide recommendations to inter-company management, multiple jobsites, and General Contractors, for abating potential hazards.