Safety Specialist

Safety Specialist

The Safety Specialist assists the Safety Manager in all safety related matters and ensure compliance with federal, state and corporate environmental, health and safety regulations are met. Responsible for safety functions necessary to support MIC at an assigned jobsite. This is a traveling, project based position, up to 100% of the time. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in any state throughout the US. You'll spend 8-18 months on average per project. We offer designated per diem in addition to an excellent base salary to support and help you cover living expenses. This position is eligible for mobilization support (may include mileage reimbursement), and includes one longer weekend every four weeks for additional time at home.

MasTec Industrial, alongside its sister companies Casey Industrial and Phoenix Industrial, has been in operation since 1947. We serve a diverse clientele, including utilities, independent power producers, developers, and municipal utilities. Specializing in projects using natural gas, oil, biomass, and other combustible fuels, our team boasts over 30 years of expertise in the power industry. We provide EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) services and assist in project development. Our experience spans various systems for utility and industrial facilities, including simple and combined cycle plants, reciprocating engines, and waste-to-energy projects. MasTec Industrial delivers value throughout all project phases, from conceptual design to operations and maintenance. At MasTec Industrial, we are dedicated to delivering the highest quality, safety, and value in every project. We focus on attracting, developing, and retaining top talent within our organization. Our goal is to foster a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in the industry.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct safety training, job safety analysis, workplace audits and incident responses as needed
• Coordinate and present safety training to support MIC and client requirements, including planning, documentation, and presentation.
• Understand the OSHA regulations and how they are applied
• Recognize hazardous situations and mitigate satisfactorily
• Identify and document onsite safety risks or discrepancies during daily site walks.
• Tracks safety issues daily and recommend strategies to eliminate hazards, as needed.
• Provide Safety Leadership creating enthusiasm and participation among management and craft workers, resulting in excellent safety performance
• Input and review incident reports
• Write, organize, and implement the jobsite safety plans.
• Understand and implement lockout/tagout procedures in a safe manner.
• Work directly with the Site Manager and the management team to develop and implement and maintain an effective site-specific safety plan.
• Communicate between MIC and client management regarding safety matters

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of construction safety experience and ability to work in the outdoor environment and around related equipment
• A high school diploma or GED is required
• Working to obtain CHST or other BCSP Cert. GSP is acceptable.
• Be knowledgeable of MIC Health and Safety programs and project specific regulations.
• When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
• Set a personal example of safe behavior.
• Functional computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Type and write reports with accuracy and appropriate grammar
• Able to speak, and write clearly
• Must have knowledge of hazard recognition, record keeping and injury management skills, and written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Demands:

• Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
• May need to maintain physical strength and stamina; Use arms, hands, and legs fully; Push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.
• Stamina to perform this task repetitively and continuously for several hour intervals.
• Uncontrolled environmental conditions: Constant change in weather and site conditions.
• This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to- safety toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
• Move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
• May need to work at heights and must be able to abide by all safety and fall-protection requirements; must be able to wear and utilize all safety equipment required for work at heights.
• Evaluate information based on measurable standards; and see details in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes and shadings.
• Visualize objects in three dimensions from drawings.
• Keep good balance and work at heights.
• See well (either naturally or with correction).
• Hear well (either naturally or with correction.)
• Coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet.

Hours:

This position is a Full-Time position scheduled to work typically 50 hours per week. Schedule is subject to projects requirements.

What's in it for you:

• Financial Wellbeing Competitive pay of $70,000 - $90,000 per year with ongoing performance review, project completion bonus opportunity and merit increases.
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
• Health & Wellness Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
• Family & Lifestyle Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program Planning for the Unexpected Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage Emergency Travel Assistance Program Group legal plan

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.