Field Safety Inspector

REPORTS TO: Safety Manager POSITION TITLE: Safety Specialist DEPARTMENT: Safety FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt, Full time, benefited Compensation: $26-$32/hour DOE Position Summary The Safety Specialist coordinates company-wide safety activities and programs to ensure a safe, healthy, and accident‑free work environment for all employees; develops and implements accident prevention programs in accordance with OSHA standards and mitigates organizational risk. Travel Bay Area travel (East Bay/South Bay) is expected for this position. Ability to drive a motor vehicle, valid California driver’s license and clean DMVR are required. Travel to other locations will be required as the company expands to other markets. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conducts construction site safety evaluations and assessments, including inspecting projects in the field to confirm Sonic is working in a safe manner for employees and the public in the areas affected by construction and or Sonic activities. Conducts inspections on tools, equipment, and machinery to ensure they are in safe working conditions. Identifies potential safety hazards at all facilities; reports hazards and recommendations for eliminating/reducing to management. Encourages employees and supervisors to report all unsafe conditions immediately and schedule or coordinate repairs as soon as possible. Encourages employees and supervisors to report any injury that occurs on the job, even a slight cut or strain, immediately. Plans, implements, communicates, and monitors safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA rules and regulations. Audits various safety program elements of effectiveness; schedules and performs safety inspections; identifies issues and develops corrective action plans. Helps develop and implement safety training programs designed to instruct employees in general safe work practices plus specific instruction regarding hazards unique to any job assignment; provides or organizes outside resources for training for new and existing employees. Assists Safety Manager in developing monthly "tailgate" safety trainings for installation, warehouse, aerial and underground construction crews. Also assists in sending out weather alerts. Maintains thorough knowledge of federal and state OSHA regulations and web sites; maintains up-to-date knowledge of safety codes and regulations; distributes and/or posts new or revised safety standards that affect the company. Helps coordinate with other departments on design and construction of new equipment, facilities, and work methods to ensure compliance with safety policies and regulations. Identifies job site hazards and takes effective preventive actions and controls. Maintains field safety records for statistical measurement and conformance to standard practices of the safety industry. Prepares and maintains field safety reports. Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints; evaluates problems and takes appropriate action to resolve issues/concerns. Helps coordinate, support, and develop site trainers in their roles of providing safety trainings. Job Requirements Minimum of 2 to 5 years related experience; bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) preferred Knowledge of Telecommunications industry In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations and compliance standards Ability to drive a motor vehicle; valid California driver's license and clean driving record Proficient on Microsoft Office products Commitment to excellence and high standards Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to work independently as well as with all levels of management Strong interpersonal skills Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and analytical skills Ability to manage priorities and workflow Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions Ability to understand all safety requirements and best practices Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergencies Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace Bi‑lingual (oral and written) in Spanish preferred with the ability to translate business communications from English to Spanish Consistent and reliable attendance Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions and procedures manuals Ability to write reports and correspondence Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization Reasoning Abilities Ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in situations where only limited standardization exits Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Accurately complete detailed forms and reports Interpret complex laws, regulations, and/or policies Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously Collect, interpret, and/or analyze complex data and information Understand and respond to a diverse population Work Environment & Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. When working in the field, the elements are dependent on Mother Nature. Driving a motor vehicle is a major component of this job. The noise level and the climate when in the office is typically moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is consistently required to sit; stand; walk; key/type, talk, hear, use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Equal Opportunity Sonic is an equal opportunity employer. Sonic is committed to providing a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, retaliation and disrespectful or other unprofessional conduct based on sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code section 12801.9), ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation. It also prohibits discrimination, harassment, disrespectful or unprofessional conduct based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr