Safety Specialist en Elite Contracting Group

Elite Contracting Group is seeking a Safety Specialist to join our established safety team; this position will promote a safety focused culture by ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and safety policies.

Benefits and Perks

Elite employees receive above-average pay and access to a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance.  At Elite, we pride ourselves in recognizing each employee is a vital asset to our ability to provide exceptional service to our clients.  In our 25-plus years, we have never laid-off employees due to lack of work. 

Responsibilities:

• Conducts safety inspections and audits to assess employee compliance with safety regulations
• Reviews safety training and recommends revisions, improvements and updates
• Facilitates employee training on applicable safety standards
• Recommends risk reduction strategies
• Inspects safety equipment; recommends replacement
• Drafts and implements internal safety standards and policies
• Investigates accidents to identify causes and/or to determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards; must have completed OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 training
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience conducting training
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Prefer experience working with or inspecting electrical work

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, and crawl
• Must be able to drive for extended periods of time
• Must be able to see color
• Must be able to work in various conditions, including but not limited to extreme heat and cold

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to work Monday – Friday 7:00AM – 5:00PM; additional work may be required, including some night shift hours
• Must possess and maintain a satisfactory background record
• Must be willing to travel out of town as needed