Safety Technician

Gaylor Electric•Covington, 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 role develops and implements accident-prevention programs and training plans to meet project safety specifications and requirements; identifies safety work permits and verifies compliance with project contract plans; conducts timely incident investigations and reporting; and evaluates safety-program results to determine appropriate actions. It also administers the Company Tool Box Talks program, participates in loss-control programs and enforcement of safety policies, and supports safety training, OSHA training, and safety certifications. The Safety Technician conducts routine job-site safety inspections, prepares reports and maintains records for reporting and auditing, responds to safety inquiries and situations, and supports the Safety Director with presentations and company events. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school graduate, holder of a GED, 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 where required by state.
Strong administrative, computer, organization, and communication skills.
High-level interpersonal relationship skills, communication skills, organization 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 reporting in a timely manner.
Evaluate results of safety-program efforts 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 covering 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 as appropriate.
Assist the Safety Director with presentations and organization of company events.
Perform other duties as assigned.