Safety Specialist - San Diego, United States - JT Wimsatt Contracting Company Inc

Description

Job Description

Position Title:

Safety Specialist

Location:

Los Angeles and San Diego, CA

Salary_Interval:

Exempt

Date Posted:

03/14/2024

Pay Range:

N/A

Application Instructions

JT Wimsatt Contracting, Inc.

was founded in 1992 with the desire to deliver projects with superior quality, on time and within budget for our clients.

It is our mission to establish and maintain long-term relationships by providing service that is vastly superior to that of our competitors.

This desire is reflected in every phase of a project, from conceptual budgeting, to close-out. By incorporating the highest ethical standards, we demonstrate integrity and fairness in every action we take.

JT Wimsatt serves both public and private sector clients with a range of commercial, industrial, residential, government and specialty projects.

Our portfolio includes parking structures, hospitals, educational facilities, hotels, office buildings, high-rise residential projects, shopping centers, and military projects. We serve our clients from our corporate headquarters in Valencia, CA and our regional office in San Diego, CA.

Our primary service area is Southern California; however, we work throughout the West Coast and including California, Oregon, Washington and Nevada.

Interested and qualified candidates apply directly with current resume.

Position Description

As a Safety Specialist you will work with the safety team to monitor safety programs as well as identify potential hazards and ensure the enforcement of policies to mitigate risks.

You will assist in safety audits and coordinate emergency response plans safeguarding compliance with OSHA, federal, and state regulations. We are hiring Safety Specialists in the Los Angeles, CA and San Diego, CA areas. Benefits A positive, employee-centric culture.

We love to see employees grow in their career and thrive Competitive salary Health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision 401K plan with company match Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts Excellent PTO Program with 8 paid holidays Typical Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Supports in the development, implementation and monitoring of safety programs approved by the Safety Director Presents safety update training and orientations for new hires and transfer personnel.

Conducts accident/injury investigations and document appropriately. Complete company daily safety documentation as directed in an office and field setting. Maintains site safety records. Ensures employee compliance with CAL OSHA Standards. Provide guidance and mentorship to all workers on health and safety topics. Ensure that all employees consistently follow established safety protocols. Serves as a point of contact for employee safety inquiries, concerns, and/or suggestions. Attends safety meetings, walks and inspections before or during each project to analyze safety risks. Educates employees on safety standards and expectations. Reviews and recommends changes to improve regular activities. Stays up to date with industry best practices, safety trends, and regulatory requirements. Other related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

3+ years of safety related experience Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field OSHA 30 certification within the past 3 years Experience in the construction industry is a plus Understanding of OSHA guidelines and other federal, state, and local safety regulations Experience building partnerships within all areas of the team (Project Management, General Contractors, Superintendents, etc.) Strong work ethic and teamwork capabilities, with the ability to interact with different stakeholders Solid written, verbal, and presentation skills Strong computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PPT) Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks

Equal Opportunity Employer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees assigned to this position.

This description assists in ADA compliance, and is not intended for any other purpose such as compensation. All employees must comply with company policies and applicable laws.

Management retains the right to assign additional duties periodically and the discretion to add or change the duties of this position any time.

Minorities and Females are encouraged to apply.

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability.

JT Wimsatt is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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