Safety Specialist

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, OSHA 30, and OSHA 500 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

Elite Contracting Group ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources.

Elite Contracting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace by both policy and practice. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition. Elite Contracting Group’s employment and personnel practices conform to all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination. While the Company is committed to following this principle in every facet of employment, all employees share in the responsibility to promote and foster a favorable work environment.

*Elite Contracting Group does not offer relocation on any of our positions