Traveling Site Safety Specialist (Independence Demolition)

Traveling Site Safety SpecialistIndependence Demolition, a division of Independence Excavating, is looking to add a Traveling Site Safety Specialist to our safety team in the field. This position will travel 100% of the time from jobsite to jobsite completing inspections, drills and training our field crews and creating safety plans. This position will report to the Demolition Safety Manager.What Do We Believe In?Provide a safe, family-oriented environment. Commitment to integrity. Protect our most valuable assets.Always deliver the highest quality. Find solutions. Provide value to our partners.Positively impact the communities we serve. Give back. Leave the world a better place than we found it.A Typical Day Looks Like:Completing in-house site inspections, fire drills, and training as requiredMaintaining and auditing all safety-related paperwork required by project owner for IX-related activities as well as coordinating submissions required from all subcontractors.Performing post-incident reports for any safety-related incidents on the project.Developing, implementing, and enforcing site-specific health and safety plansAssisting in coordinating industrial hygiene compliance on job sitesConducting safety and compliance inspections on projects, shops, yards, and officesAssisting in monitoring safety programs, including safety inspections, investigations, and safety training. Be knowledgeable of current NFPA and OSHA standardsResponsible for basic administrative tasks including organization of job and employee files as well as assembling necessary training materials for site employees and subcontractorsAssisting the Safety Managers with external safety-related inspections, following up on required corrective action when warrantedEnsuring the company's vehicles and equipment are inspected regularly and have all necessary insurance and accident reporting information, and emergency kits, and meet safety requirements (e.g. tires, lights, etc.). Ensuring that companies drivers are valid drivers according to company policyAsbestos and Environmental experience preferred.Other duties as assignedDo You Have What It Takes?High school diploma with additional schooling (AS or BS degree) on safety-related coursework in progress or equivalent experience requiredOSHA 30 is required4 years' experience in construction safety or in a managerial position that required safety as part of your job responsibilitiesMust be energetic to continually learn more about construction and industry-related safetyMust be dedicated to learning more about safety on own timeMust be passionate about safety and keeping our workers safeMust be eager to work on project sites in all weather conditionsAssociates degree preferred, but, not requiredMust be knowledgeable in regulatory compliance as mandated by local, state, and federal agencies (OSHA, EPA, NFPA, ICC, etc.)Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint requiredMust be able to communicate with field workers and field managersHas the ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situationsRequired to get certified training and continuous renewal of all certifications as needed in all areas of safety and environmental healthPrevious experience in constructionPrevious safety-related experience is required.Must have a thorough knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations and construction safety guidelines; knowledge of MSHA is preferred but not required.Clear and understandable written communication skills are very important.Previous demolition experience preferred.Bilingual is preferred.Must be willing to travel out of town 100% of the time; company vehicle will be provided.Why IX?Weekly Competitive Pay!Excellent Benefits: MedicalDentalVisionFSA & HSALife Insurance + Optional Family Life InsuranceShort-term and Long-term DisabilityWellness Incentive ProgramPaid Holidays and PTO401(k) + Company matchTuition ReimbursementStability and a variety of different roles that provide a path to career advancementFamily-owned and operated since 1956Who Is IX?From breaking ground to final completion, our team has been laying the foundation for excellence in heavy civil construction and demolition for more than 70 years.We combine industry innovation with decades of proven performance, delivering complex projects safely, efficiently, and with unmatched expertise. Our long-standing track record of success reflects our commitment to quality, integrity, and value — making us a trusted partner from the ground up.For seven decades, Independence Excavating has built a team of dedicated construction professionals whose experience and discipline set us apart in the industry.