Safety Technician

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Position Description

Position Summary

Summers-Taylor, Inc. is seeking a motivated and organized Safety Technician to support the company's safety program. This position will work closely with the Safety Manager and project teams to help ensure compliance with company safety policies, client requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.

This role is ideal for an individual who has a passion for safety, strong organizational skills, and a desire to grow within the construction industry. While previous safety experience is beneficial, Summers-Taylor is willing to train the right candidate. The position is designed to provide a development path into a Field Safety role supporting operations company-wide.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the administration and implementation of the company's safety program on projects throughout East Tennessee and Western North Carolina.
• Conduct jobsite inspections and observations to help identify hazards and promote safe work practices.
• Monitor and track employee training requirements, certifications, and safety documentation.
• Coordinate and schedule required safety training for employees and project personnel.
• Maintain safety records, reports, logs, and compliance documentation.
• Assist with incident and vehicle accident investigations, including documentation and follow-up actions.
• Help ensure all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE), safety materials, and first aid supplies are available and properly maintained.
• Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly safety meetings and assist with safety communications.
• Support project teams in meeting client-specific safety requirements and expectations.
• Assist the Safety Manager with updating safety policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Travel regularly to projects and facilities within Western North Carolina and occasionally to other company locations as needed.
• Complete company-sponsored professional development and safety training programs.

Position Type / Work Environment

• Full-time position.
• Must be willing to work varying schedules based on project needs.
• Frequent travel throughout Western North Carolina and East Tennessee.
• Occasional travel to other Summers-Taylor project locations and facilities.

Career Growth Opportunity

This position serves as a development opportunity for individuals interested in advancing their safety career. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience supporting active construction operations and will have the opportunity to grow into a Field Safety role with responsibilities across the entire Summers-Taylor organization.

Position Requirements

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with employees at all levels.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and willing to learn.
• Commitment to promoting a strong safety culture.
• OSHA 30

Preferred

• Associate degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Previous experience in construction, heavy civil, manufacturing, transportation, or a safety-related role.
• Experience maintaining records, coordinating training, or managing compliance documentation.
• Technical writing experience is a plus.

Professional Development

The successful candidate will be expected to complete and maintain various safety certifications and training programs, which may include:

• OSHA 510
• CPR/First Aid Instructor Certification
• National Flagger Instructor Certification
• Additional company-required safety training

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Summers-Taylor, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by the company where appropriate.

As part of the company's equal employment opportunity policy, Summers-Taylor, Inc. will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities.

Employees and applicants shall not be subjected to harassment, intimidation or any type of retaliation because they have (1) filed a complaint; (2) assisted or participated in an investigation, compliance review, hearing or any other activity related to the administration of any federal, state or local law requiring equal employment opportunity; (3) opposed any act or practice made unlawful by any federal, state or local law requiring equal opportunity; or (4) exercised any other legal right protected by federal, state or local law requiring equal opportunity.

The above-mentioned policies shall be periodically brought to the attention of supervisors and shall be appropriately administered. It is the responsibility of each supervisor of the company to ensure affirmative implementation of these policies to avoid any discrimination in employment. All employees are expected to recognize these policies and cooperate with their implementation. Violation of these policies is a disciplinary offense.

The Affirmative Action Officer has been assigned to direct the establishment and monitor the implementation of personnel procedures to guide our affirmative action program throughout Summers-Taylor, Inc. A notice explaining the company's policy will remain posted.

EEO Officer Name: Kendra Jackson

Address/Office Location: 600 Sevier Street, Johnson City, TN 37604

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