Safety Officer

Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Electrical Construction – Commercial, Residential, & Public Works
Compensation: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

About Us:
Blum & Sons Electric, Inc. is an established electrical contractor specializing in commercial, residential, industrial, and public works construction projects throughout California.

We are seeking an experienced, proactive, and highly motivated Construction Safety Officer to oversee and strengthen our company-wide safety program.

We are looking for someone who is not afraid to speak up, enforce safety requirements, hold employees and supervisors accountable, and take immediate action when unsafe conditions exist.

Safety is not optional at Blum & Sons Electric. We are committed to building a safety-first culture where every employee goes home safely at the end of each day.

Key Responsibilities:

Jobsite Safety & Inspections:

• Conduct regular and unannounced safety inspections at multiple active construction sites.
• Identify unsafe working conditions, behaviors, and potential hazards before accidents occur.
• Enforce OSHA, Cal/OSHA, company safety policies, and project-specific safety requirements.
• Immediately address unsafe work practices and exercise stop-work authority when necessary.
• Monitor compliance with fall protection, ladder safety, electrical safety, lockout/tagout (LOTO), excavation safety, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Ensure proper use and inspection of ladders, scaffolding, lifts, power tools, and other construction equipment.

Incident Investigation & Reporting:

• Investigate workplace accidents, injuries, near misses, and safety violations.
• Prepare detailed incident reports, including photographs, witness statements, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate required reporting and investigations involving Cal/OSHA, insurance carriers, and other regulatory agencies.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation and incident records.
• Track corrective actions to ensure deficiencies are resolved promptly.

Safety Training & Employee Development:

• Conduct new-hire safety orientations and ongoing employee safety training.
• Lead toolbox talks and jobsite safety meetings.
• Train employees and foremen on hazard recognition, fall prevention, electrical safety, and emergency procedures.
• Ensure employees understand their responsibility to report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Promote a culture where employees can report safety concerns without fear of retaliation or harassment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.
• Full-time employment with an established electrical contractor.
• Opportunity to develop and lead a company-wide safety program.
• Direct access to company leadership.
• A meaningful role in protecting employees and improving jobsite operations.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• 401K 6% Employer Match.
• Paid Holidays and 10-Days Paid Time Off.

Safety Program Management:

• Develop, implement, and maintain company safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain and update the company's Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP).
• Conduct job hazard analyses (JHAs) and review project-specific safety plans.
• Monitor compliance with general contractor safety requirements.
• Maintain training records, inspection reports, certifications, and safety documentation.
• Work directly with company ownership, project managers, and foremen to improve safety performance.
• Recommend corrective measures and disciplinary action when safety policies are violated.
• Identify recurring safety issues and develop strategies to prevent future incidents.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of construction safety experience, preferably in electrical construction.
• Strong working knowledge of California OSHA/Cal/OSHA construction regulations.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
• Experience conducting jobsite inspections and accident investigations.
• Knowledge of fall protection, electrical hazards, NFPA 70E, and construction safety standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with field employees, foremen, project managers, and company management.
• Strong documentation, organizational, and reporting skills.
• Valid California driver's license and ability to travel between jobsites.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications

• CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) certification.
• OSHA 500 certification.
• First Aid/CPR/AED instructor certification.
• Experience working on California public works projects.
• Electrical trade or electrical construction background.
• Experience developing and implementing company-wide safety programs.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

The Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for someone who:

• Is proactive, not reactive. You identify hazards before someone gets hurt.
• Is comfortable enforcing rules. You are willing to stop unsafe work regardless of who is involved.
• Has a strong field presence. You spend time on jobsites, not just behind a desk.
• Believes in accountability. Safety requirements apply equally to everyone.
• Is an effective trainer. You can educate employees without alienating them.
• Takes ownership. You follow through until safety concerns are resolved.
• Understands electrical construction. You recognize the unique hazards our electricians face.
• Is committed to changing safety culture. You understand that developing a strong safety program requires consistency, leadership, and employee engagement.

Blum & Sons Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our commitment is simple: No project, deadline, or production goal is more important than the safety of our employees.