Safety Specialist-cda 2024 - Chicago, United States - City of Chicago

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SAFETY SPECIALIST-C.D.A. 2024

BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

These positions are open to the general public and to all current city employees covered under the terms of the City's collective bargaining agreement with the Locals 1001 of the LABORERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA (BARGAINING UNIT #54).

(Once the website opens, scroll down and click on the button titled "Bid Opportunities.")

IN ADDITION, YOU MUST CHECK THE
BOX
ON THE CAREERS APPLICATION TITLED "ALREADY EMPLOYED BY THIS COMPANY",
CORRECTLY ENTER YOUR EMPLOYEE ID, AND SELECT THE CORRECT BARGAINING UNIT. YOU MUST USE THE EMPLOYEE NUMBER FOUND ON THE UPPER LEFT-HAND
CORNER OF YOUR PAY CHECK STUB LABELED "PAYEE/EMPLOYEE NUMBER."**
(NO OTHER FORMAT OR SYSTEM CAN BE USED TO OBTAIN YOUR EMPLOYEE NUMBER).

FAILURE TO CHECK THE "ALREADY EMPLOYED BY THIS COMPANY" BOX, ENTER YOUR EMPLOYEE ID, AND SELECT THE CORRECT BARGAINING UNIT WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION.

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION
Under supervision, inspects safety and accident prevention practices in the workplace, and performs related duties as required.

NUMBER OF VACANCIES:
(TDB for 2024)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Assists in developing and implementing departmental safety regulations, policies and procedures.
Inspects work areas and/or construction sites to ensure working conditions are in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and municipal and state safety regulations and policies.
Makes recommendations to correct observed and reported safety violations and to implement safe work practices including the use of protective gear (e.g., helmets, steel tipped shoes, safety glasses, gloves).
Checks safety devices (e.g., fire extinguishers, alarms, first aid, emergency equipment) for proper working condition.
Ensures that safety precautions (e.g., sufficient lighting, warning signs, barricades) are posted near construction or hazardous sites.
Ensures proper procedures are followed and rescue equipment is accessible to crews working in confined spaces and during excavations.
Prepares and issues warnings, and/or letters of notification to address violations of safety policies and procedures.
Investigates accidents to determine their cause and to develop methods and procedures to prevent future occurrences.
Evaluates automotive and personal injury accident reports for evidence of cause and prepares reports on findings.
Conducts employee training sessions on safety policies and practices and arranges for product manufacturers to train employees on the proper use of safety equipment and gear.
Maintains complete and accurate records of personal injury and property accidents.
Drives to field sites to observe practices.
Reviews safety policies and practices and assists in updating departmental manuals and policies
Attends and/or chairs safety meetings and committees.
Performs other jobrelated duties as required.

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION

Location:
Aviation Public Safety Building, 850 Patton Drive, Chicago

Shift:
Monday thru Friday (During Training Period)

Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (During Training Period)

Reporting Hours:
Varies, based on operational needs. May include partial weekends and/or evening shifts.

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Two years of experience in accident prevention and safety inspection work; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required.

Must obtain and maintain basic airfield driving certification (Yellow Stripe) within six months of hire.

Education & Employment Verification:

Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying.

If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation.

If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.

NOTE:
You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, or training certificates at time of processing, if applicable. You must also provide your valid U.S. driver's license at time of processing.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires applicants to
PASS a written test / skills assessment test with multiple components
IN ORDER to be interviewed.

Interviewed
Bidders possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be hired in
seniority order and according to the collective bargaining agreement.

Interviewed
Non-Bidders possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill t