FIELD SAFETY OFFICER/SSHO

We are a 100% employee-owned heavy equipment civil contractor principally engaged in the construction of streets, highways, utility systems, and public and private commercial site preparation projects in the southeastern United States.

We are looking for an experienced Field Safety Officer/SSHO to provide support to our Safety/Loss Control Department. In this role, you will be entrusted with an ongoing mission to provide project site safety and health support; quickly transition and re-focus on diverse tasks related to program management; and multi-task, while maintaining complex schedules and meeting deadlines. The ideal candidate for this job will have the practical experience and soft skills to be a team player, resourceful, a proven problem solver, and highly organized. The successful candidate will be experienced in all areas of project site safety support; will have superior technology skills and will be able to ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of our program agenda.

Position Responsibilities:

Position Title:    Field Safety Officer (A6).

• Location:  100% travel to various jobsite locations as needed and directed.
• Salary:  Competitive salary commensurate with experience and marketplace factors. Salaried exempt employee position. 
• Probationary Period:  90 days.
• Tenure:  The position is available immediately.  
• Benefits (if elected after the successful completion of Probationary Period): Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Bonuses, Paid Time Off, 401(K) and ESOP Retirement Contributions, A company vehicle, Technology-required equipment, and PPE. Possible Lodging/Relocation Allowance will be consider

Minimum Qualifications:

*3 - 5 years’ experience serving as a Field Safety Officer/SSHO or similarly designated position in the heavy equipment civil construction industry. 

*OSHA 30 Hour Construction Industry Certification 

*First Aid/CPR/AED/Bloodborne Pathogens Certifications 

*Trench & Excavation Competent Person Training 

*Confined Space Competent Person Training

*OSHA Fall Protection Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

*OSHA 500

*CSP or similar industry credentials

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Skill in effective time management while handling multiple tasks
• Detail oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional communication skills
• Superior organization skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner
• Familiarity with our industry, especially safety/loss control and compliance
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality

Our company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities will receive reasonable accommodation regarding the application process.