Position Summary: The Field Safety Professional will work within the Safety department and will report to the project Safety Manager. They will work closely with the safety team, project teams, and field personnel. The Field Safety Professional is responsible to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, owner requirements and company policies/procedures on site while being part of a team that will create and cultivate an injury and accident-free work environment. This position will be fully at the project site located at the Portland International Airport located near Queen Creek, AZ.
Salary Range: $85,000 - $110,000 annually, depending on experience.
Essential Responsibilities:
Dedicate a minimum of 80% of their time observing/correcting field safety conditions, conducting safety audits, and coaching craft personnel in best safety practices.
Actively and professionally interact with all employees to promote safe acts and workplace conditions.
Actively create and cultivate an injury and accident-free work environment.
Anticipate, identify, evaluate, and correct hazardous conditions and practices.
Train craft personnel on new employee orientation and other construction safety training programs; document formal training on appropriate forms.
Conduct and document safety inspections.
Bring any safety violation and/or hazardous condition observed to the attention of the Supervisor in charge for immediate correction.
Ensure that subcontractor's employees wear appropriate clothing, safety equipment and other PPE.
Ensure compliance with all regularity requirements, owner requirements and company policies/procedures.
Immediately visit the site of any injury, incident, or near-miss involving employees and/or equipment. Identify and protect evidence in place, note conditions, conduct interviews, take appropriate follow-up actions, and assist with the analysis.
Conduct Industrial Hygiene monitoring and maintain records as necessary.
Qualifications:
Position Related Skills
Demonstrates technical construction safety knowledge.
Ability to conduct field observations, interactions, and interventions.
Interpersonal communication skills with ability to review and suggest improvements to task planning in the field.
Experience in safety training and ability to provide new contractor orientation training.
Knowledge of hazard communication program and global harmonization system.
Expertise in hazard recognition for construction.
First Aid/CPR/AED Certified.
Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certifications preferred.
OSHA 500 for construction preferred.
Requires excellent communication skills (verbally, written, and electronically), interpersonal skills, organizational skills and is articulate.
Excellent customer service skills; must be able to communicate well to diverse groups of people.
Must be able to work effectively both in and outdoors during all weather conditions.
Must have a working knowledge of basic software; Windows, MS Office applications: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and a general understanding of working within a computer network
Professional Experience and Education
A minimum of five (5) years of construction safety related experience.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Bachelor's degree is safety or related field preferred.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Standing/Walking/Sitting: Workday is combination of standing, walking and sitting.
Must be able to climb stairs: 50% of day.?
Hands/Arms: Constant use of hands/fingers for mouse/keyboard/computer use.?
Sight: Visual acuity in near, mid, and far range vision. Color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, hand/eye coordination.?
Hearing: Sufficient to hear conversational levels in person and over the telephone.
Speech: Sufficient to make oneself heard in person, speak in front of groups, and be understood over the telephone.
Lift/Carry: Up to 25Ibs - Minimal.
Bending/Twisting: Minimal.?
Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Minimal.?
Constant mental alertness, accuracy, and attention to detail required.?
Must be able to work independently, make decisions, and follow through on all assignments.?
Must use creativity, independent judgment, and organizational and problem-solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results.?
Must be able to plan and organize work.?
Must possess strong organizational and computer use skills and have a high level of competency to read/write/speak English, interpret construction related documentation and communicate with coworkers.
Application review will consider without limitation the following criteria: qualifications, education, and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Construction. Applicants must be able to pass the Hoffman Drug and Alcohol test.
Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.?
About Us
Hoffman is building a diverse company, and we welcome all candidates to apply.
Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, the Hoffman Construction name is synonymous with some of the most iconic projects in the region like the Portland International Airport, the Space Needle Century Project, MoPOP, Seattle Central Library, Colman Dock, Randall Children's Hospital, and the University of Oregon's Hayward Field.
Our company has been in business for almost a century, but we're not stuck in the past. We encourage innovation, and we welcome diversity.
Hoffman is employee-owned, which means employee owners have a stake in the company's long term success, and it means you have the freedom and independence to solve challenges without bureaucratic second-guessing.
You'll earn highly competitive pay, get professional skills training and enjoy benefits like free primary healthcare for you and your family through our dedicated healthcare clinics, health insurance, paid time off, a generous retirement program and a culture of inclusion and acceptance.
The people who work here take pride in their work, support each other and drive our commitment to exceptional construction, from urban high-rise towers, educational buildings, museums and libraries to advanced technology, industrial manufacturing facilities, water treatment plants, healthcare facilities and more.
Hoffman is a place where you can feel like you belong. Many of our employees have been here for 20+ years. They often join us straight out of college or apprenticeships and grow their entire careers here.
We're looking for people with a wide range of talents in positions from the jobsite to our corporate offices. Explore our website (https://www.hoffmancorp.com/careers/) , and, if you like what you see, apply today.
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