Safety Program Specialist

Safety Program Specialist

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The opportunity with McKinstry

We are currently seeking a Safety Program Specialist to join our team as a member of our growing New Construction Mechanical division in Seattle, WA. In this role, you will focus on identification, elimination, and control of hazardous conditions that may lead to injury and/or property damage by utilizing McKinstry safety standards and best practices. Additionally, some additional responsibilities you will have include:

Project/Field Safety Support

• Develop and implement site-specific safety plans.
• Ensure compliance with McKinstry's safety program and OSHA standards.
• Support project teams with safety needs and lessons learned.
• Conduct routine job site reviews and Safety Quality Assurance Reviews as needed.

Safety Program Administration

• Administer and support continuous improvement of McKinstry's Safety Program.
• Conduct audits, reviews, and updates for safety programs.

Training and Compliance

• Verify subcontractor training meets OSHA requirements.
• Conduct new employee safety orientations and routine safety meetings.
• Provide safety training as needed based off annual requirements and project specific hazards.

Incident Management

• Lead or assist with safety incident investigations and reporting.
• Document corrective actions and communicate lessons learned.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain safety records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations.

What you need to succeed at McKinstry

• One (1) year of construction experience with an emphasis on safety requirements required.
• Ability to recognize onsite risk factors and take appropriate action with firmness and tact required.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Visio required.
• Understanding of applicable federal, state and local safety regulations required.
• Bachelor's degree in Safety or related field or equivalent work experience preferred.
• OSHA 500 certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of SharePoint preferred.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximum.

People come first at McKinstry and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $45.00 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This is a non-exempt role and will be paid hourly. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.