What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Specialist position at Sargent?
If you’re a Construction Safety Specialist, check out this opportunity to work with a well-respected, award-winning Contractor that puts their employees first with safety initiatives, great benefits and perks, wellness programs, and an Employee Ownership program where you become part-owner in the company.
Come see why employees spend their entire careers with Sargent!
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Daily/weekly travel to projects with overnight stays as necessary.
- Conduct and document inspections including positive or negative observations.
- Create toolbox talks related to Sargent.
- Assist with reviewing and updating Sargent’s policies and procedures.
- Assist with creating, planning, and conducting Sargent safety trainings.
- Assist with new hire safety orientation.
- Participate in hand off and strategy meetings for new projects.
- Participate in incident investigation including “root cause” analysis.
- Participate in and/or chair regional safety committees.
- Act as a resource to Sargent employee-owners in the field for all safety related items.
- Use of various software applications (KPA Risk Management, UKG, HCSS)
- Represent the Sargent professionally in a friendly and personable manner.
- Stay up to date with regulations and requirements by attending training classes and seminars, etc.
- Perform other job duties as assigned.
EXPECTATIONS:
- Represent the Company professionally in a friendly and personable manner.
- Stay up to date with regulations and requirements by attending training classes and seminars, etc.
- Promote and adhere to Sargent’s Core Values:
Our purpose is to build, and to be faithful stewards of the Sargent legacy and the resources entrusted to us.
Whether you are an employee-owner, a customer, or other business partner; whether measured in days, dollars, or distance; Sargent Corporation will manage every resource with the respect it deserves.
What we value above all else:
Investing in People — The Sargent Culture is steeped in commitment to the well-being and prosperity of our family of employee-owners, and to meaningful relationships with our business partners and our communities.
Honing our Craft — We deliver the talent, the passion, and the determination to provide productive and creative solutions to every project.
Doing the Right Thing — even when no one is watching — Regardless of personal or financial consequences, we conduct ourselves with honesty and integrity.
Winning in the Field —A philosophy that our executional spirit — driven by safety, dedication, and mutual fairness—will produce exceptional outcomes and a “win” for all involved.
DESIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED. Four-year Safety and Occupational Health degree preferred; or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
- Extensive knowledge of and experience in Heavy Construction & Earthwork.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.
- OSHA 30-hour training, construction and/or general industry.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in general industry and construction safety, including but not limited to 29 CFR Part 1910 and 1926, MSHA regulations, applicable MUTCD requirements and FMCSR.
- Valid driver’s license with clean driving record is required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Excellent listening, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to travel to visit Sargent projects throughout Maine and New Hampshire.
- Certification(s): CSP, ASP, CHST, OHST, STSC, CSHO, etc. or the ability to obtain certifications within one year of employment.
- Knowledge of and ability to follow and enforce all applicable safety standards at all times.
- Ability to make good, timely, and sound decisions.
- Ability to maintain a neat, professional appearance at all times.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: 207-827-4435
Email: employment@sargent.us
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.