Safety Specialist II - Solar

Granite Construction

Abilene, Texas

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Communication Skills, Construction, Corporate Compliance, Corporate Policies, Corrective Action, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, English Language, Establish Priorities, Fast Food, Follow Through, Hazard Analysis, Interpersonal Skills, Keyboards, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Medical Tests, Microsoft Office, Multilingual, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Production Systems, Regulations, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Solar Installation, Spanish Language, Time Management, Training Program, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Abilene, Texas

POSTED

4 days ago

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General Summary

-----------------------This position is based out of Abilene, TX------------------------------------The position is responsible for collaborating in the administration of the Company's Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) and the corresponding regulations that relate to the safety of our work, for Utility Scale Solar Project (s) (200-500MW) in a manner consistent with company policies and procedures.

Essential Job Accountabilities

Collaborate with Company team members, owner representatives, regulatory agencies, clinics, medical/testing facilities to ensure effective working relationships.
Promote engagement with the company safety program and local incident prevention efforts to foster involvement and reduce at risk behaviors.
Assist in the implementation of safety related programs to ensure strategic goals are met.
Perform and document inspections, observations and audits to reduce incidents and ensure health and the well-being of our employees.
Assist in the preparation and performance of safety meetings, new hire orientations, and training programs to improve knowledge and understanding of hazards and risks relative to work performed.
Engage in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to assist in ensuring compliance and protecting Company interests.
Assist in the development and review of job hazard analysis to ensure successful completion of work through identification of hazards and control measures.
Assist in the investigation and communication of near misses, incidents and claims to make certain that Company interests are preserved.
Perform periodic checks to ensure plans, corrective actions and deficiencies are corrected and documented in a timely fashion.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Occupational Health or related field, preferred or,

Work Experience

Minimum 3+ years' experience in construction or applicable industry with safety related responsibilities required
Experience in utility size Solar Installation preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of applicable state and federal safety and health regulations
Demonstrate good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizational, follow through and time management skills
Ability to work in high production environment and respond swiftly
Attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively
Motivated self-starter
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard.
The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and must have the ability to work at height, in enclosed or confined spaces and climb stairs and ladders in a construction/plant environment.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds from floor to waist.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Subject to outside working conditions.

Additional Requirements/Skills

Valid state issued driver's license
Travel may be required
English/ Spanish Bi-lingual preferred

Our Benefits at a Glance:

Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and mo

Safety Specialist II - Solar

Granite Construction

Abilene, Texas

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