Site Safety Specialist

Safety Specialist

Responsible for assisting the Safety Managers on all safety-related matters and ensure compliance with federal, state, and corporate environmental, health and safety regulations. Responsible for safety functions in the field necessary to support the company construction at an assigned jobsite. The Specialist conducts specialized safety trainings, job safety analysis, workplace audits, and incident responses as needed.

Coordinate and present safety training to support the assigned job site and client requirements, including planning, documentation, and presentation of safety training. Understand the OSHA regulations and how they are applied. Recognize and track hazardous situations on the job site and work with Safety Managers to mitigate issues. Complete daily site walks to identify and document onsite safety risks or discrepancies. Provide Safety Leadership creating enthusiasm and participation among management and craft workers, resulting in excellent safety performance. Gather details, provide input, and review incident reports. Assist in the execution of the jobsite safety plans. Understand and implement lockout/tagout procedures in a safe manner. Communicate with the company management regarding safety matters. Complete drug screen collections as needed. Assist Safety Manager with incident investigations. Understand and implement the site-specific emergency response plan. Maintain an adequate driving record and demonstrate the ability to maneuver vehicles safely on a MasTec construction site. Spend 80% of the time in the field with the crews. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Work Experience and Education High school diploma or GED required. One to two years' of safety-related experience. Previous construction experience preferred. Working towards obtaining STS-C or other BCSP certifications. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Take reasonable care of your own and others' health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the company's Zero Injury principles. Functional computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Type and write reports with accuracy and appropriate grammar. Strong written and oral communication skills. Must have knowledge of hazard recognition, record keeping and injury management skills, and written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies. Ability to perform safety inspections ensuring compliance with the company and OSHA standards.

Work Environment Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and extreme heat. Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. Noise level in the work environment is usually loud.