What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Attendant position at Smith Industries, LLC?
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
We are looking for a dedicated Safety Attendant to join our HSE team. In this hands-on role, you will be the front-line guardian of workplace safety — monitoring conditions, enforcing procedures, and responding to incidents to protect every worker on site. Our safety philosophy is simple: all incidents and accidents can be prevented with proper job planning and hazard recognition. As a Safety Attendant, you are empowered with stop-work authority — if work cannot be done safely, you have the authority and responsibility to stop it.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow all safety policies and procedures; notify supervision immediately if protocols cannot be met
- Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) per company policies and contractor requirements
- Report all incidents and accidents, regardless of severity, to a supervisor immediately
- Exercise stop-work authority whenever work cannot be performed safely
- Actively identify unsafe conditions and behaviors and intervene immediately
- Communicate safety concerns, near misses, and unsafe conditions to supervisors and HSE leadership promptly
- Participate in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) / Pre-Task Plan (PTP) reviews as assigned
- Ensure all required permits (Confined Space, Hot Work, LOTO, etc.) are properly completed, verified, and closed out
- Ensure all workers entering confined spaces follow proper safety procedures
- Continuously observe workers inside confined spaces for signs of distress or injury
- Verify that safety equipment is in good working order at all times
- Enforce the wearing of appropriate PPE in all shop areas
- Assist with emergency response procedures in the event of a workplace incident
- Initiate rescue procedures and coordinate with emergency services as needed
- Provide first aid and CPR as necessary
- Document observations, inspections, and incidents clearly and accurately
- Maintain accurate records of work performed, write permits, and conduct safety inspections
- Report any safety violations or incidents to management
- Organize safety supplies and equipment with other Safety department staff
- Help maintain clean, orderly shops for housekeeping and safety purposes
- Perform other duties as assigned
What We're Looking For
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations, confined space procedures, and permit-required work
- Familiarity with Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Pre-Task Planning (PTP) processes
- Current First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to remain calm under pressure
- Clear and accurate written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced industrial environment
- Commitment to a zero-incident safety culture
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus