Safety Technician (Pasadena, TX) - Austin Industrial

Austin Careers • Pasadena, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Austin Industrial is seeking a Safety Technician to help ensure a safe work environment at its La Porte, Texas location. The role supports an environmental, health, and safety program in an industrial and construction setting, including inspections, worker guidance, training, incident response, and safety documentation. The position may involve exposure to weather, temperature extremes, noise, dust, fumes, moving equipment, vibration, and other site-specific hazards. Employees must follow safety, quality, and productivity expectations and meet applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; Austin Industrial cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. Reasonable accommodation may be available for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a Safety Technician role implementing and overseeing aspects of an environmental, health, and safety program.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• CSST certification and OSHA 30.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed by the assigned location.
• Ability to operate power tools and heavy equipment.
• Legally able to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Able to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and use hands and fingers to perform assigned duties.
• Able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, and work at elevations, on uneven surfaces, or in confined spaces as required.
• Sufficient visual, hearing, communication, and motor skills to safely perform job responsibilities.
• Able to read, comprehend, and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies; exercise sound judgment; solve problems; maintain attention to detail; manage stress; and adapt to changing priorities.
• Able to wear required PPE and meet applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with company safety standards and OSHA regulations.
• Provide guidance to workers and supervisors on safety procedures and practices.
• Assist with developing and implementing safety policies and programs.
• Monitor and enforce proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Investigate safety incidents and accidents, document findings, and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct safety training sessions and toolbox talks to improve employee safety awareness.
• Maintain current safety records and reports that comply with regulatory requirements.
• Respond to safety concerns or emergencies and take appropriate action.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED