What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Specialist position at TRUEROCK CONSTRUCTION?
Position Summary
True Rock is seeking a Safety Specialist to support our road and highway construction
operations. This position is responsible for promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring
compliance with OSHA and DOT requirements, and assisting field crews with hazard
recognition, incident prevention, and safe work practices. The Safety Specialist will spend a majority of time in the field supporting active construction sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct regular job site safety inspections and audits on road and highway construction projects
- Support implementation and enforcement of company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and DOT requirements
- Assist with job hazard analyses (JHAs), pre-task planning, and daily safety briefings
- Deliver and document toolbox talks and safety training
- Monitor traffic control setups, flagging operations, and work-zone safety compliance
- Investigate incidents, near misses, and property damage; prepare reports and corrective actions
- Track and maintain safety documentation, including training records, inspections, and corrective actions
- Assist with workers’ compensation claims and return-to-work coordination
- Participate in safety meetings with project managers, superintendents, and crews
- Promote proactive hazard reporting and continuous improvement in safety performance
Required Qualifications
- 2 years of safety experience in road, highway, or heavy civil construction
- Working knowledge of OSHA construction standards (29 CFR 1926)
- Familiarity with DOT, MUTCD, and work-zone traffic control requirements
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with field crews
- Ability to travel between multiple job sites and work outdoors in varying conditions
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification
- First Aid/CPR certification
- Experience with incident investigations and root-cause analysis
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk uneven terrain and active construction sites
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally
- Ability to work extended hours, nights, or weekends as project schedules require
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person