What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Technician (Grades 4-6) position at General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works?
Working as a Safety Technician involves protecting people by making sure that risks in the workplace are properly controlled. These duties include;
- Conduct safety audits of ships, ship unit sections, and the physical plant as assigned.
- Record and Audit results in electronic format on an iPad utilizing the TruQC Program.
- Identify and correct unsafe workplace conditions and/or individual unsafe acts / behaviors.
- Demonstrated ability to handle conflict, follow direction and decisions making.
- Demonstrate knowledge of behavioral safety concepts, participate and guide Safety Action Teams / Committees.
- Ability to communicate with large groups of employees.
- Train employees on proper use of fall protection systems, mobile and overhead equipment, and respirator use / fit testing, and hazard awareness training.
- Perform New Employee Orientation.
- Communicate EHS policy and procedure effectively with personnel at all levels.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Required - High School Diploma or GED.
- Preferred - Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in occupational health and safety or related discipline.
- Required - Pertinent work experience must be demonstrated through appropriate knowledge.
- Required - No fear of heights or confined spaces.
- Required - Candidate must have strong communication skills, specifically with large groups of employees and with personnel at all levels.
- Required -Candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, be a team player, and be flexible and able to adjust to changing priorities.
- Required - Prior experience as a trainer.
- Required - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Required - Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Preferred - Prior experience operating mobile equipment and aerial lift equipment.
- Preferred - Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations and prior safety experience.
- Preferred - Prior hazard analysis experience.
- Preferred - Prior experience in safety training.
- Preferred - Prior BIW Safety Action Team participation.
- Preferred - Prior safety experience in an industrial environment.
Salary : $28 - $29