SAFETY SPECIALIST I

Position Information Help ensure the safety of employees and the community as a Safety Specialist I! The Position Information Help ensure the safety of employees and the community as a Safety Specialist I! The Honolulu Board of Water Supply (BWS) , Executive Support Office, is hiring a Safety Specialist I in Pearl City. This position assists the Safety Specialist II in implementing BWS safety programs and ensuring Department compliance with applicable OSHA, HIOSH, and other regulatory agency requirements. What You Will Do Conduct inspections of in-progress repair, maintenance, and project sites, including job sites of private contractors engaged in construction on behalf of the BWS. Develop materials and visual aids for Safety Specialist II for training sessions; conduct, schedule, and coordinate training with divisions. Inspect facility working conditions, equipment, and protective gear. Conduct investigations of accidents. Provide sound interpretation of pertinent laws, codes, rules and regulations as it applies to BWS projects, and ensure compliance with OSHA, HIOSH, EPA and other applicable regulatory agencies. Perform other related duties as assigned. Special Work Requirements Work evening, weekends and holidays as necessary. Exposure to noise and dust; work at heights, confined spaces such as tunnels, wells, and reservoirs; hike in mountainous areas; walk over rough and uneven terrain; exposure to vehicular traffic at job sites; work in adverse weather conditions. Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! Additional Job Information Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. 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Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree. For Example Four (4) years of professional work experience, in any occupation, may substitute for a general bachelor's degree. Fou r (4) years of general work experience (does not need to be professional level experience) in industrial safety may substitute for a general bachelor's degree. Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. Experience Requirement One year of professional experience in industrial safety and accident prevention activities. Applicable Skills Needed Knowledge Of safety laws and other accepted standards applicable to industrial safety and accident prevention industrial and construction accident hazards and methods of correction and prevention common industrial safety devices and equipment safety inspection principles, practices, and procedures safety education media, principles, and procedures Ability To make safety inspections and detect unsafe conditions and practices interpret and enforce pertinent safety laws, codes, rules, and regulations; investigate and determine the causes of accidents conduct safety education and instruction courses License/Certificate Requirement Prior to appointment: Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license (automobile/Type 3). Prior to completion of probation: First Aid & CPR certification. NOTE: The above licenses and certificates must be obtained by the time indicated and maintained on a current basis thereafter as a condition of employment Examination Process If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu. #J-18808-Ljbffr City and County of Honolulu