Safety Technician / CMH 205

Gaylor Electric•Jeffersonville, OH

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 proactive accident and injury prevention. The position reports directly to the assigned Project Manager, with guidance from the corporate Safety Manager. Travel may be required. The role develops and administers safety programs and training, conducts job-site inspections and incident investigations, supports loss-control efforts, and maintains safety records and reports. It also responds to safety inquiries, assists with training and company events, and may liaise with community or external agencies.

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 record keeping.
Strong administrative, computer, organizational, and communication skills.
High-level interpersonal relationship skills, proficiency in communication and organization, 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 to meet project safety specifications and requirements.
Identify required safety work permits and ensure compliance with project contract plans.
Conduct incident and investigation reporting in a timely manner.
Evaluate the results of safety-program efforts reported through various sources and determine appropriate actions.
Oversee and administer the Company Tool Box Talks program, selecting and distributing topics for timely presentation.
Participate in loss-control programs involving 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 purposes.
Handle safety inquiries and situations through direct personal action.
Prepare and initiate 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, or redirect inquiries as appropriate.
Assist the Safety Director with presentations and organization of Company events.
Perform other duties as assigned.