Safety Specialist

Description SAFETY SPECIALIST This position is based out of our Fenton, MO office. About ArchKey ArchKey is one of the nation’s largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We’re the POWER behind making the improbable possible. We’re electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We’re not just energizing infrastructure, we’re energizing careers, communities, and the future. Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it’s an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale. About the Position As a Safety Specialist, you will be responsible for providing guidance on all aspects of occupational safety management. The Safety Specialist is a regional resource to be shared across the platform. This role includes maintaining comprehensive environmental safety and health (ES&H) policies and procedures on assigned regional projects in all project site location(s). This position provides project teams, subcontractors, safety teams, and trade partners with guidance and training on health and safety programs and confirms that the project site complies with all customers, industry, local, state, and federal guidelines, and regulations. Our Ideal Candidate Has a growth mindset and is always looking to continually learn and grow. Hasa safety-first mindset and promotes a safety-first culture across the organization. Has strong communication skills, able to build strong relationships with cross-functional teams. Day in the Life Supports the implementation of Company occupational safety programs and loss prevention initiatives. Supports and collaborates on leading and lagging indicator goals and Company initiatives to reach a workplace free of safety hazards and incidents. Performs the investigation of all safety incidents to collect and analyze data and collaborate with leadership to determine incident root cause analysis. Develop and implement corrective actions to prevent incident recurrence. Collects and investigates job site vehicle and property incidents and enters in the EHS safety program. Ensures all safety incidents are promptly reported and investigated. Communicate appropriately with the claims manager on preventive measures, incident investigations, and crisis management. Collaborates with the claims manager to ensure prompt medical care for occupational injuries, monitor ongoing medical treatment, procure appropriate restrictions, and assist in identifying light duty or alternate work options for employees’ successful return to work. Conducts regular site safety audits to recognize and correct potential safety hazards and engages with field personnel to create corrective actions and follow up to ensure preventive measures and corrective actions are implemented. Assists field employees and project managers with hazard analysis, pre-task planning, job hazard analysis, and other proactive safe work method planning. Actively participates in daily, weekly, and monthly meetings to share safety information and ensure all safety compliance questions are addressed. Provide and deliver safety training and maintain proper documentation. May provide new employees with a proper and thorough orientation of our environmental safety and health program and continuing safety education. Consistently makes decisions attentively and safely to ensure the safety and health of self and others. Minimum Qualifications Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience in safety, environmental health, construction safety management, or related field. Minimum 1-2 years of work experience in construction safety, preferably in the electrical construction industry. Knowledge of construction and general industry safety standards and procedures, including OSHA, MSHA, DOT, Worker’s Compensation, NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 70E safety rules and regulations. Excellent computer, communication, and training skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to diagnose problems with critical thinking skills and detail orientation, and to drive timely and appropriate solutions with self-initiative and sensitivity. Strong and professional team player, with effective collaboration, organizational and relationship-building skills. Experience building strong internal and external business partner relationships and teaming with cross-functional managers and employees across the business. Effective independent creativity, organizational, prioritizing, and time management skills. Demonstrated a high level of diplomacy, integrity, and dependability. Experience and skills to work closely with proprietary information and maintain confidentiality. Exceptional leadership, mentoring, listening, presentation, negotiation, conflict management, and persuasion skills, and the ability to influence employees at all levels. Travel Occasional travel may be required Benefits competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision) a robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match paid time off and holidays access to wellness programs professional development opportunities tuition reimbursement employee assistance programs Additional information is available at Archkey.com. Legal & Fraud Disclaimer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an Aff… #MO1-10 #J-18808-Ljbffr