Safety Specialist

Founded in 1963 by Don Fessler & George Bowman, Fessler & Bowman, Inc. has grown from a residential flatwork & basement wall contractor to a top 100 Commercial Concrete Contractor recognized across the nation. Keeping customer satisfaction as our fundamental core value has allowed Fessler & Bowman, Inc. to prosper for nearly six decades.

Our Culture & Philosophy:

Fessler & Bowman is a fast-paced and culture-focused industry leader in specialty concrete and civil earthwork. When we talk about culture at F&B, it is not just a plaque hanging in our lobby. Our values are our driving force and have allowed us to build a phenomenal team delivering best in class products to our customers.

• Relentless Commitment
• Be Open & Constructive
• Team Success
• Care About Our Customers
• Take Pride in Our Product

Summary:

The Project Safety Professional 1 position is an entry-level position, with a minimum expectation of experience in safety (construction safety preferred) and some construction experience. This position receives direction, guidance, and counsel from the Safety Manager, Project Manager, or above to complete and prioritize tasks. The Project Safety Professional 1 position executes safety related tasks and duties as specified in project safety plans and the Fessler & Bowman safety manual. The primary function of the Project Safety Professional 1 position is to maintain a safe workplace by recognizing and identifying unsafe conditions and unsafe acts and reporting them immediately to the Safety Manager, Project Manager or site team for correction. The descriptions below are representative of, but not limited to, the duties and responsibilities for this position.

Five Key Roles of the Safety Technician:

• Support implementation of the site-wide safety program and provide technical guidance incorporating the following:
• Performing job hazard analysis (JHAs)
• Incident reporting
• Instructing courses
• Toolbox talks
• Safety inspections
• Morning huddle meetings
• Engage and collaborate with line supervisors to ensure compliance with all safety policies with emphasis on-site operations
• Conduct and document regular site inspections to ensure safety program is being adhered to
• Maintain a visible presence through coaching and mentoring of programs in the field
• Collect, analyze, and report performance metrics. Stimulate improvements to procedures and safe work practices to help meet goals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and conduct safety training activities and training schedules for implementation
• Monitor and report on all safety training programs and schedules
• Develop, publish and administer training modules, assessments, and course schedules
• Monitor and audit training programs
• Develop and manage reports on completed training throughout
• Communicating and upholding the Company’s commitment to Integrity and Code of Ethics
• Other relevant tasks as assigned

Education, Experience & Qualifications:

• OSHA 510 -OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry required
• OSHA 30 certification
• 0-2 years minimum of Safety experience preferred
• Bilingual – fluent in both English and Spanish preferred
• Valid Drivers License with a clean driving record
• Possess sound knowledge of construction safety, and current federal, state and provincial safety requirements
• Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills in both an individual and group setting
• Strong ability to perform in an autonomous environment; organizing and prioritizing both time and tasks effectively
• CPR, first aid certified
• Accomplished Safety Trainer a plus

Travel:

Travel is required for this position. Travel may include travel between job sites and regional offices. Fessler and Bowman will compensate when applicable.

Work Environment:

As the Safety Professional 1, you will be subject to various work environments. Work environments can include, but are not limited to: high/low temperatures, areas close to traffic, loud and frequent noises, confined spaces, heights, indoor/outdoor settings. The employee will frequently be required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel.

Benefits:

Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide eligible Team Members with the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k with company contributions
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Recruitment Process:

The recruitment process will include a phone screen, in-person meeting and a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Fessler & Bowman is an Equal Opportunity Employer