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Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Fred Smith Company is searching for a Site Safety Specialist in our Eastern Division. We are a self-perform heavy civil contractor working in North Carolina. Pay will be commensurate with experience; all employees are eligible after 90 days for benefits such as health, dental and vision insurance and paid time off.
The Safety Specialist is accountable to the Safety Director for the satisfactory completion of all assigned duties and safety regulations as mandated to include but not limited to Fred Smith Company, OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and DOL.
Duties And Responsibilities
Provide assistance to Safety Director in designing safety protocols.
Performs thorough post incident investigation to ensure that all required policies were followed and identify areas of improvement.
Performs project safety inspections and audits, and effectively communicates identified hazards, safety goals and expectations with field employees.
Initiate and implement safety measures in work areas.
Inspect work area premises for hazardous elements.
Educate workers and employees on safety aspects.
Assist in the coordination and arrangement of training and education programs.
Assists the Safety Director in preparing safety manuals and guidelines.
Collaborate with departmental heads in implementing safety processes.
Possess an understanding of regulatory record keeping requirements and safety administrative procedures.
Strictly adhere to corporate safety guidelines and procedures.
Carry out additional duties as assigned by Safety Director.
Auto req ID
469307BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Job_Category
Operations
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of construction safety/current Federal and OSHA requirements is required
Working field knowledge including: Heavy Highway and Bridge Construction, Crane Operations, Asphalt Plant and Lay down Activities, along with various other grade and utility construction preferred
Effective Writing And Communication Skills Required
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record required
Certification as a Safety Professional is a plus
Demonstrated performance as a safety professional (professional memberships and/or certifications), ability to converse in basic Spanish, and applicable field experience outside the safety profession will be highly considered
Requirements
One to three years of experience in a Safety or comparable role
CHST and/or OSHA 500 certification required
Highly detail oriented and organized in work.
Ability to meet assigned deadlines
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and computer database functions
City*
Greenville
State*
North Carolina
Job Code
Construction1 Construction
Affiliate Sponsor
Fred Smith Company
Salary Range
Not Disclosed
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Fred Smith Company is searching for a Site Safety Specialist in our Eastern Division. We are a self-perform heavy civil contractor working in North Carolina. Pay will be commensurate with experience; all employees are eligible after 90 days for benefits such as health, dental and vision insurance and paid time off.
The Safety Specialist is accountable to the Safety Director for the satisfactory completion of all assigned duties and safety regulations as mandated to include but not limited to Fred Smith Company, OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and DOL.
Duties And Responsibilities
Provide assistance to Safety Director in designing safety protocols.
Performs thorough post incident investigation to ensure that all required policies were followed and identify areas of improvement.
Performs project safety inspections and audits, and effectively communicates identified hazards, safety goals and expectations with field employees.
Initiate and implement safety measures in work areas.
Inspect work area premises for hazardous elements.
Educate workers and employees on safety aspects.
Assist in the coordination and arrangement of training and education programs.
Assists the Safety Director in preparing safety manuals and guidelines.
Collaborate with departmental heads in implementing safety processes.
Possess an understanding of regulatory record keeping requirements and safety administrative procedures.
Strictly adhere to corporate safety guidelines and procedures.
Carry out additional duties as assigned by Safety Director.
Auto req ID
469307BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Job_Category
Operations
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of construction safety/current Federal and OSHA requirements is required
Working field knowledge including: Heavy Highway and Bridge Construction, Crane Operations, Asphalt Plant and Lay down Activities, along with various other grade and utility construction preferred
Effective Writing And Communication Skills Required
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record required
Certification as a Safety Professional is a plus
Demonstrated performance as a safety professional (professional memberships and/or certifications), ability to converse in basic Spanish, and applicable field experience outside the safety profession will be highly considered
Requirements
One to three years of experience in a Safety or comparable role
CHST and/or OSHA 500 certification required
Highly detail oriented and organized in work.
Ability to meet assigned deadlines
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and computer database functions
City*
Greenville
State*
North Carolina
Job Code
Construction1 Construction
Affiliate Sponsor
Fred Smith Company
Salary Range
Not Disclosed