Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced  Safety Specialist  to join our team. If you’re interested in joining an established and expanding company with opportunities for growth and advancement, we encourage you to apply and grow with us!

This position is vital for supporting environmental, safety, and health compliance initiatives across the region.

What the Safety Specialist will do:

• Field Compliance Inspections:  Assist in conducting field compliance inspections to ensure adherence to safety regulations.
• Hazard Assessments:  Perform workplace hazard assessments.
• Compliance Training:  Assist with the facilitation and management of compliance training programs.
• Travel:  Travel throughout the region to conduct inspections and investigate incidents.
• Job Task Training:  Verify and assist with the completion of all required job task training at the crew level.
• Training Documentation:  Provide records of completed training for data entry into the Learning Management System.

What the Safety Specialist will need: (minimum qualifications)

• Education:
• High School Diploma (required)
• Certifications:
• Completion of OSHA 30
• Completion of OSHA 500 or 501
• Experience:
• 2-3 years of safety experience in construction or general industry (required)
• Other Requirements:
• Willingness to travel
• Availability to work days, nights, and weekends

Key Competencies:

• Organizing and Prioritizing:  Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Attention to Detail:  High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confidentiality:  Maintain confidentiality in all safety and compliance matters.
• Judgment:  Exercise sound judgment in all safety-related decisions.
• Communication:  Effective communication skills.
• Information Management:  Proficient in managing and utilizing information effectively.
• Problem-Solving:  Strong problem-solving skills.
• Teamwork:  Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Deadline Management:  Ability to meet deadlines consistently.
• Computer Literacy:  Basic computer skills.
• Public Speaking:  Comfortable with public speaking and conducting presentations.

Why you should work for   Wiregrass Construction:

At Wiregrass Construction, we know our employees are our success, and we provide opportunities that allow them to grow and build meaningful careers. We build an environment where every voice is heard and work as one to build strong relationships that go beyond roads.

In addition, we offer a wide variety of benefits to support our employees’ well-being, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness programs

EEO: Wiregrass Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will not discriminate based on creed/national origin/religion/color/sex/age/wage and status as individual with a disability or protected veteran.

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