Safety Specialist I

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Description

At Hutton, safety is more than compliance, its how we take care of each

other. Our projects are built on collaboration, trust, and

accountability, and our Safety Specialists play a key role in making

sure everyone goes home safe every day.

Hutton is looking for a passionate and experienced**Safety

Specialist**to champion safety on large-scale projects across the

Midwest. In this role, youll be the driving force behind creating a

culture where safety is more than a requirement, its a shared value.

Youll partner with project teams and trade partners to proactively

identify and eliminate hazards, ensure compliance with OSHA and company

standards, and inspire continuous improvement in every aspect of our

work.

Requirements

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Key Responsibilities

*Safety Leadership & Culture*

• Partner with project leadership and trade partners to integrate
  
  

safety into daily operations.

• Enforce safety policies and reduce hazards through coaching,
  
  

accountability, and consistent application of disciplinary measures.

• Promote substance abuse prevention and accurate reporting of
  
  

injuries, illnesses, and near misses.

*Inspections & Compliance*

• Conduct and document safety inspections at least twice per month.
• Ensure proper use of protective equipment, availability of first aid
  
  

supplies, and maintenance of required postings.

• Maintain OSHA logs and coordinate compliance reports as required.
  
  

*Incident & Risk Management*

• Investigate all incidents, review accident reports, and implement
  
  

corrective actions with project teams.

• Monitor site conditions to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
  
  

*Training & Communication*

• Facilitate weekly Safety Toolbox Talks and project safety meetings.
• Maintain and submit all safety-related documentation to the
  
  

Corporate Safety Department.

Education And Experience

• Bachelors degree in Safety Management or related field required;
  
  

equivalent experience and certifications considered in lieu of

education.

• Minimum 3 years of experience managing safety programs on
  
  

large-scale construction projects required.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proven ability to manage orientations, conduct investigations, and
  
  

oversee safety initiatives.

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective collaboration with owners, management, trades, and trade
  
  

partners.

Preferred Certifications

• Federal OSHA Professional Certificate in Occupational Health &
  
  

Safety (OHS)

• CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician)
• STSC (Safety Trained Supervisor Construction)
• CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
  
  

Work And Physical Requirements

• Flexibility to travel to project sites across the Midwest for
  
  

extended periods of time to oversee assigned projects to completion.

• Ability to work in a variety of environments, including indoor and
  
  

outdoor settings, sometimes in varying weather conditions.

• Capacity to occasionally lift, carry, or move materials or equipment
  
  

up to 50 pounds.

• Comfort with walking, standing, or climbing for extended periods of
  
  

time during site visits.

• Flexibility to adjust work hours, which may occasionally include
  
  

evenings or weekends to meet project deadlines.

• Possession of a valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
  
  

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