Health And Safety Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Health and Safety Specialist

Job Description

The Health and Safety Specialist will serve as the on-site safety leader for the installation of ClearSpan® temporary industrial fabric structures at a major construction project near Kemmerer, Wyoming. These structures function as industrial warehouse and support facilities for large-scale projects and involve coordination across multiple trades, including ironworkers and electricians. As the sole safety representative on-site, this individual will drive a strong, proactive safety culture and ensure all activities comply with applicable regulations and safety standards throughout the duration of the project.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site Safety Manager for all ClearSpan installation activities and act as the primary safety resource for the project.
• Lead daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and project safety orientations to ensure all personnel understand site-specific hazards and safety expectations.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and task-specific risk assessments to identify and control potential risks before work begins.
• Perform routine site inspections and safety audits to verify compliance with OSHA regulations and project safety requirements.
• Partner closely with field leadership, subcontractors, and trade personnel to proactively identify, communicate, and mitigate hazards.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns, determine root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain accurate and organized safety documentation, including reports, records, and inspection findings.
• Ensure full compliance with client, contractor, and company safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Promote a proactive, positive safety culture among all site personnel through coaching, mentoring, and consistent presence in the field.
• Manage and continuously improve the site safety program, incorporating lessons learned and best practices from ongoing project activities.

Essential Skills

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• At least 5 years of construction safety experience, preferably supporting industrial, commercial, energy, or large-scale construction projects.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, hazard recognition, and incident prevention strategies.
• Demonstrated experience leading safety meetings, conducting JHAs, and managing site safety programs.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as the sole on-site safety professional.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with field leadership, subcontractors, and trade personnel.
• Experience working in construction and industrial environments.
• Specific experience in industrial construction safety.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working around structural steel and ironworkers.
• Experience collaborating with electricians and other skilled trades on heavy construction activities.
• Experience in health and safety within construction or industrial settings.
• Proven ability to foster a positive safety culture on complex job sites.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers the chance to work on unique industrial construction projects that support critical infrastructure, while traveling to a major project site and playing a pivotal role in protecting workers and ensuring safe execution of complex activities. You will have significant ownership of the safety program as the primary on-site safety professional, gain exposure to large-scale industrial operations, and contribute directly to a culture that values proactive hazard recognition and continuous improvement in safety performance.

Work Environment

The role is based at a major construction project near Kemmerer, Wyoming, focused on the installation of ClearSpan® temporary industrial fabric structures used as industrial warehouse and support facilities. The environment involves active industrial construction with multiple trades, including ironworkers, electricians, and other field personnel, working around structural steel and heavy construction activities. The schedule typically consists of Monday through Friday, 10-hour workdays, with a 7-day per diem provided at $150 per day to support travel and living expenses while on assignment.

This is a Contract position based out of Henderson, CO.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Henderson,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.