Field Safety Specialist (Construction)

Job Description

Job Description

Primoris Gas Operations, which consists of companies such as Q3 Contracting, ARB, Primoris Distribution Services , Snelson, and Pipejacking Trenchless, has over 60 years of experience working in the natural gas distribution industry. Over this time, we have maintained numerous customer relationships spanning more than two decades. Providing a safe environment, quality workmanship, and exceptional value to our customers is the foremost focus of our operations.

We have an immediate opening for a Safety Specialist at our Des Moines, IA office. This is an excellent opportunity for a new graduate to apply their GSP and gain experience in the field. Our Safety Specialists are responsible for all area activities involving safety and compliance with company policy and regulatory requirements.

Job Requirements:

• Responsible for performing field safety audits for all divisions and all products in Iowa.
• Perform accident and incident investigations and reporting as directed.
• Assists in documentation collection for driver qualification files while in the field.
• Assists in training functions.
• Investigates instances of non-conformance and facilitates the determination of the root cause.
• Provides input to management.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• GSP Certification preferred.
• Risk management degree, safety professional certification, construction surface restoration, or utility construction experience preferred.
• DOT Experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) for input and output of data.
• Knowledge of computers and Windows-based software, or the ability and willingness to learn.
• Ability to identify and suggest the resolution of problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Respond promptly to customer needs and resolve all issues satisfactorily.
• Always maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks.
• Treat people with respect and uphold organizational values.
• Follow policies and procedures, with attention to detail.
• Prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently.
• Ability to consistently meet or exceed deadlines.
• Ability to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Effectively provide guidance, maturity, and foster positive attitudes about the job and the company.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to all types of people.
• A demonstrated willingness to work hard and at times physically demanding work in the elements.

Some of the physical demands are:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a daily and continual basis.
• Ability to drive on a stop-and-start basis daily and continually.
• Lifting, placing of materials, standing, walking – particularly on uneven surfaces, turning, stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, crouching, speaking, and hearing are required continuously.
• Close vision is required for some functions and distance, and distance vision is required for safety.

Q3C is a drug-free environment, and all candidates are subject to drug testing.

Benefits Include:                                                                                                       

• Competitive compensation is paid weekly .
• Best-in-class: Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD.
• 401(k) with company match, vested day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Community Service Paid Time Off.
• Pet Coverage "For our Furry Friends"
• Legal Assistance Coverage
• Award-winning safety programs.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Growth Opportunities.