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Traffic Management Solutions Inc is hiring: Safety Specialist in Ocoee

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traffic management solutionsOcoee, FLtoday

Occupations

Occupational Health and Safety SpecialistsOccupational Health and Safety TechniciansHealth and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors

Industries

All Other Specialty Trade ContractorsOther Heavy and Civil Engineering ConstructionHighway, Street, and Bridge Construction
Job Description
Summary:
  • Monitor field activities, provide feedback, and recommend practices and procedures to support the safety and risk management programs
  • Required Job Duties
  • Promote safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
  • Perform safety inspections at job sites and work locations in assigned areas, walking full job sites, providing feedback and ensuring deficiencies are corrected. Monitor, report, and ensure completion of hazard assessment and prevention activities.
  • Order suspension of activities that pose threats to workers’ health and safety.
  • Conduct safety training and demonstrations.
  • Thoroughly investigate safety and property incidents to assist in identifying contributing factors and root causes, and to prevent repeated unsafe practices.
  • Review, evaluate, and analyze work environments to recommend practices and procedures to control, eliminate, and / or prevent occupational injuries and illnesses, property damage, and general liability claims.
  • Support a safety culture by anticipating problems, providing solutions, sharing knowledge, and through interactions with management and field employees.
  • Partner with field operations and Company management to integrate safety processes, practices, goals, and resources with Company strategies in support of a safety culture.
  • Ensure the availability of safety prevention and response equipment and supplies.
  • Provide post-investigation recommendations for corrective measures and escalate as needed to ensure that agreed-upon corrective actions occur.
Physical Demands: Occasional sitting and using a computer for extended periods of time. Constant standing / walking for up to eight (8) hours per day. Frequent walking for extended period of time on construction sites with uneven terrain. Lifting and / or exerting of force up to 40 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly. Frequent climbing steps, ladders, and in/out/onto vehicles. Frequent bending, squatting, stooping, twisting, reaching, and crouching. Occasional crawling and kneeling. Occasional work on ladders, in lifts, and on structures at elevated heights. Visual acuity to drive, distinguish electrical wire colors, perform manual detailed work, and to read printed and electronic documents. Hearing capacity to receive, perceive, and react to common construction and road environment noises. Manual dexterity to frequently manipulate, handle, and feel. Frequent operation of a motor vehicle for extended periods of time up to eight (8) hours per day, driving to and between work locations. Constant use of personal protective equipment (PPE) necessary for working safely.
Working Environment: Work is performed in both indoor environments, sitting or standing and using a computer or other office equipment for long periods of time, and in outdoor environments with constant exposure to noise, dust, fumes, noxious odors, gases, mechanical and electrical hazards, moving objects, sharp edges, and temperature extremes.
Required Qualifications: At least one year of construction safety, construction safety training, or a role performing construction. A related bachelor’s degree or two years of construction safety experience. Valid Florida driver license with satisfactory driving record.
Preferred Qualifications: Certification as a safety professional (CSP, CSHO, or other related certification).Certified OSHA trainer. Experience using HCSS Safety, or a similar safety management system.
Required Competencies:
  • In-depth technical knowledge of construction related OSHA, federal, and state regulatory standards.
  • Advanced knowledge of construction safety equipment.
  • Advanced ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures.
  • Proficient in using MS Outlook, Word, and basic Excel.
  • Skilled in gathering and analyzing information to resolve problems promptly.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability and commitment to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to effectively manage electronic and physical files.
  • Ability to prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently.
  • Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness
  • Ability to monitor own work and that of others to ensure compliance.
  • Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage work demands, and deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Ability to follow and provide oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision and solicit feedback to improve performance.
  • Ability and commitment to meet deadlines.
  • The above description covers the principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the job. This description is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. Other miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required.
Traffic Management Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. It is the intent of Traffic Management Solutions employment and personnel practices to conform to all Federal, State and local laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination.
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Level

MidL4

Location

Ocoee, FL

Occupation

Occupational Health and Safety Specialists

Industry

All Other Specialty Trade Contractors

Posted

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