Senior Safety Professional

Senior Safety Professional

Location: On‑Site - Pasadena, CA

Pay Rate: $50-$60 per hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Overtime and occasional weekends may be required)

Perks: Company vehicle and gas card provided

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Safety Professional to support the development, implementation, and auditing of safety programs across active job sites. This role plays a critical part in ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting injury prevention initiatives, and fostering a strong, proactive safety culture. The Senior Safety Professional works closely with field employees, leadership, customers, and regulatory agencies to provide oversight, coaching, and technical safety guidance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitate safety training in person, virtually, and via e‑learning in collaboration with the Training Department
• Train field leaders on safety responsibilities, hazard identification, and safety program compliance
• Build strong internal relationships with field leadership and project teams to drive a positive safety culture
• Prepare for and respond to natural disasters, including developing and leading evacuation drills
• Maintain strong external relationships with clients, subcontractors, and regulatory organizations
• Assist with injury management, including follow‑ups, documentation, communication, and return‑to‑work coordination
• Ensure timely and accurate collection of injury documentation and proper care for injured employees
• Develop, review, and communicate site‑specific safety plans; conduct field engagements to ensure compliance
• Respond to and support safety incidents, including consultation and on‑site response
• Conduct incident investigations, prepare reports, and recommend corrective and preventive actions
• Coach field, shop, and office teams on safe work practices and regulatory requirements
• Manage internal and external safety inspections, audits, hazard analyses, and recordkeeping
• Review serious injuries and incidents, analyze trends, and recommend preventive measures
• Identify hazards, recommend controls, and ensure unsafe acts or conditions are corrected promptly
• Assist in selecting appropriate safety equipment, PPE, and signage
• Provide technical expertise related to safety management and regulatory compliance
• Liaise with OSHA and other authorities during inspections, audits, and follow‑up activities
• Support work stoppages ("pause work") when necessary and lead safety mitigation discussions
• Conduct research and develop statistical analyses to support management decision‑making
• Create and maintain evacuation plans and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• Working knowledge of safety and environmental principles and practices
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local Environmental Health & Safety regulations
• Experience in construction or maintenance operations
• Ability to identify safety exposures and recommend corrective actions
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate concerns tactfully and professionally with field leadership and stakeholders
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Analytical thinking, sound judgment, and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, non‑structured environment and reprioritize as needed
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Apple applications, and collaboration tools

Education & Experience

• Minimum 7 years of experience in construction, maintenance, safety, or operations
• Experience in mechanical contracting or commercial/industrial construction strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or related field OR equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Required Certifications & Licenses

• CHST or CSP certification required
• OSHA 10‑hour certification (must be obtained within 30 days if not current)
• Valid driver's license meeting company requirements

Additional Information

• On‑site position in Pasadena, CA
• Local travel required
• Some nights and weekends may be required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.