Safety Attendant

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

We are looking for a dedicated Safety Attendant to join our HSE team. In this hands-on role, you will be the front-line guardian of workplace safety monitoring conditions, enforcing procedures, and responding to incidents to protect every worker on site. Our safety philosophy is simple: all incidents and accidents can be prevented with proper job planning and hazard recognition. As a Safety Attendant, you are empowered with stop-work authority if work cannot be done safely, you have the authority and responsibility to stop it.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all safety policies and procedures; notify supervision immediately if protocols cannot be met
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) per company policies and contractor requirements
• Report all incidents and accidents, regardless of severity, to a supervisor immediately
• Exercise stop-work authority whenever work cannot be performed safely
• Actively identify unsafe conditions and behaviors and intervene immediately
• Communicate safety concerns, near misses, and unsafe conditions to supervisors and HSE leadership promptly
• Participate in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) / Pre-Task Plan (PTP) reviews as assigned
• Ensure all required permits (Confined Space, Hot Work, LOTO, etc.) are properly completed, verified, and closed out
• Ensure all workers entering confined spaces follow proper safety procedures
• Continuously observe workers inside confined spaces for signs of distress or injury
• Verify that safety equipment is in good working order at all times
• Enforce the wearing of appropriate PPE in all shop areas
• Assist with emergency response procedures in the event of a workplace incident
• Initiate rescue procedures and coordinate with emergency services as needed
• Provide first aid and CPR as necessary
• Document observations, inspections, and incidents clearly and accurately
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, write permits, and conduct safety inspections
• Report any safety violations or incidents to management
• Organize safety supplies and equipment with other Safety department staff
• Help maintain clean, orderly shops for housekeeping and safety purposes
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, confined space procedures, and permit-required work
• Familiarity with Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Pre-Task Planning (PTP) processes
• Current First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to remain calm under pressure
• Clear and accurate written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced industrial environment
• Commitment to a zero-incident safety culture
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus