Senior Safety Technician - Chicago, IL.

Vensure Employer Services•Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Senior Safety Technician monitors the project site to ensure construction project safety. The Senior Safety Technician is a salaried position at an industry-leading construction company

Requirements

Ability to manage one large project (over $20 million) or multiple smaller projects simultaneously
Knowledge of construction, design, cost reporting, and cash flow management
Proficiency in project management software, scheduling, and strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to recognize hazardous situations and recommend corrective measures.
Completed the OSHA 30 construction site safety training.
Minimum of 5-8 years safety experience
Thorough understanding of federal, state, and local regulations
Good interpersonal and communication skills

Nice To Haves

CSP, ASP, GSP, CHST, OSHA 500 Credentials preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related Engineering preferred
Safety Certifications are a plus: Fall Protection, Silica, Scaffold Awareness, etc

Responsibilities

Analyzing the safety performance of work performed
Understanding laws and regulations pertaining to OSHA
Conducting job inspections of construction areas
Identifying, documenting, and recommending resolution of hazardous and potentially hazardous conditions
Confirming corrections have been made to hazardous and potentially hazardous conditions.
Investigating property damage and personal injury accidents
Assisting in conducting employee and insurance inspections
Assisting in emergency rescues as required
Assisting in maintaining fire protection and grounding systems
Compiling data, photographs, pertinent forms, and reports, as well as conducting employee interviews associated with accidents.
Conducting industrial hygiene samples to ensure safe working conditions.
Other duties as assigned.