Construction Field Safety Specialist

We currently have an opening for a qualified Field Safety Specialist. The Field Safety Specialist assists in the implementation and administration of the company safety and health program to maintain a safe, healthy, and accident‑free work environment. The Field Safety Specialist works under the direction and supervision of the Safety Manager. Duties include traveling to job sites for inspections and meetings. Job sites are primarily located in SE Wisconsin and northern IL. Responsibilities Assists Safety Manager in planning and implementing the organization’s safety and health program to ensure a safe, healthy, and accident‑free workplace. Conducts regular walk‑through inspections on job sites, enforces OSHA requirements on jobsites, and verifies insurance compliance by using insurance logs. Enforces disciplinary practices (verbal warnings, maintaining records of discipline, etc.) when required to reinforce proper safety and health practices. Identifies, documents and recommends resolution of hazardous/potentially hazardous conditions; follows through to ensure corrections have been made. Investigates personal injury and property damage incidents. Compiles data, photographs, etc. and prepares all pertinent forms and reports per program procedures and federal, state and local regulations associated with incidents. Conducts various industrial hygiene samplings, such as gas, O2, noise to ensure safe working conditions. Assists in conducting employee/craft and insurance inspections; may accompany federal, state and insurance inspectors on walk‑through tours. Partners with owners and supervisors to identify potential hazards on site and ensure appropriate permits are obtained. Provides Safety Committee updates on disciplinary actions and recommends new safety ideas for consideration. Conducts job site safety orientations as necessary; may include owner‑specific safety requirements. Performs additional assignments per supervisor’s direction. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in occupational safety and health (or equivalent), or relevant safety qualifications. Valid driver’s license required. Willingness to travel to job sites for inspections and meetings. Job sites are primarily located in SE Wisconsin and northern IL. 5+ years of work experience in safety. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, pleasant working environment and team atmosphere. Riley Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr