Field Safety Inspector

POSITION TITLE:                             Safety Specialist

DEPARTMENT:                                 Fleet/Safety

REPORTS TO:                                   Safety Manager

FLSA STATUS:                                   Exempt, Non-Exempt

Compensation                                       55-70k Annually

 

Position Summary:

The Safety Specialist coordinates company-wide safety activities and programs to ensure a safe, healthy, and accident-free work environment for all employees; develops and implement accident prevention programs in accordance with OSHA standards and mitigates organizational risk.

 

Travel: (Travel to LA on a cadence)

Bay Area travel (East Bay/South Bay) is expected for this position. Ability to drive a motor vehicle, valid California driver’s license and clean DMVR are required.  Travel to other locations will be required as the company expands to other markets.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts construction site safety evaluations and assessments, including inspecting projects in the field to confirm Sonic is working in a safe manner for employees and the public in the areas affected by construction and or Sonic activities.
• Conducts inspections on tools, equipment, and machinery to ensure they are in safe working conditions.
• Identifies potential safety hazards at all facilities; reports hazards and recommendations for eliminating/reducing to management.
• Encourages employees and supervisors to report all unsafe conditions immediately and schedule or coordinate repairs as soon as possible.
• Encourages employees and supervisors to report any injury that occurs on the job, even a slight cut or strain, immediately.
• Plans, implements, communicates, and monitors safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA rules and regulations.
• Audits various safety program elements of effectiveness; schedules and performs safety inspections; identifies issues and develops corrective action plans.
• Helps develops and implements safety training programs designed to instruct employees in general safe work practices plus specific instruction regarding hazards unique to any job assignment; provides or organizes outside resources for training for new and existing employees.
• Assists Safety Manager in developing monthly “tailgate” safety trainings for installation, warehouse, aerial and underground construction crews. Also assists in sending out weather alerts.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of federal and state OSHA regulations and web sites; maintains up-to-date knowledge of safety codes and regulations; distributes and/or posts new or revised safety standards that affect the company.
• Helps coordinate with other departments on design and construction of new equipment, facilities, and work methods to ensure compliance with safety policies and regulations.
• Identifies job site hazards and takes effective preventive actions and controls.
• Maintains field safety records for statistical measurement and conformance to standard practices of the safety industry.
• Prepares and maintains field safety reports.
• Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints; evaluate problems and take appropriate action to resolve issues/concerns.
• Helps coordinate, support, and develop site trainers in their roles of providing safety trainings.

 

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 to 5 years related experience; bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) preferred
• Knowledge of Telecommunications industry
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations and compliance standards
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle; valid California driver’s license and clean driving record Proficient on Microsoft Office products
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as with all levels of management
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Ability to understand all safety requirements and best practices
• Ability