What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Consultant – Heat & Hydration (Contract) - LOCAL position at GD Barri & Associates, Inc.?
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM (AZ Time)
Pay Rate starting at: $45/hour
Contract Duration: 5 months (with potential for extension)
Location: (400 N 5th St., Phoenix, AZ) (Hybrid)
- Hybrid role: 3–4 days onsite at field locations, 1–2 days remote
- Frequent exposure to outdoor environments, including high heat conditions
Travel Requirements
- Travel required 3-4 days per week to sites across Arizona, including distribution centers, generation plants, and field job sites
- Occasional overnight travel (approximately once per month)
- Use of personal vehicle required
- Per diem provided in accordance with GSA rates for travel exceeding 50 miles from Phoenix headquarters
About the Role
We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Safety Consultant – Heat & Hydration (Contract) to support field operations across Arizona. This role focuses on improving worker safety in high-temperature and high-humidity environments by providing expert guidance on heat stress prevention, hydration protocols, and occupational health practices. You will work closely with field teams to reduce heat-related risk and strengthen site-specific safety procedures.
The position is primarily field based, requiring frequent travel to operational sites across Arizona, with a hybrid schedule that includes both onsite and remote work.
Key Responsibilities
- Field Site Assessments: Conduct regular visits to field locations across Arizona (including Metro Phoenix, Casa Grande, Yuma, Douglas, Palo Verde, and other operational sites) to evaluate environmental conditions and hydration needs.
- Training & Coaching: Deliver group training sessions and one-on-one coaching on heat stress prevention, hydration best practices, and emergency response.
- Protocol Development: Design, implement, and continuously improve heat and hydration safety protocols tailored to site-specific conditions.
- Monitoring & Reporting: Track compliance with safety protocols and document heat-related incidents, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
- Risk Assessment: Identify potential heat-related hazards through field evaluations and recommend preventative and corrective measures.
- Emergency Preparedness: Advise teams on recognizing and responding to heat-related illnesses, including dehydration and heat exhaustion.
- Educational Resources: Develop and distribute clear, practical educational materials to reinforce safe hydration and heat management practices.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with management, foremen, and safety/health teams to integrate heat safety into daily operations.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in occupational health, Environmental Science, Public Health, or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in health and/or safety roles
- Demonstrated knowledge of hazard identification, risk assessment, and heat exposure risks
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage employees at all levels
- Ability to work independently in field environments and manage multiple priorities
Preferred:
- Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or similar safety/health credentials
- Experience in utility, construction, or other field-based industries
- Background in safety training or workforce health programs
Salary : $45