Construction Safety Officer
Job Description
The Dumarc Corporation is a commercial / industrial general contractor that has a business philosophy and a set of guiding principles that emphasizes safety, honesty, and integrity. Beginning in 1957 Dumarc has built a first-rate reputation with our Clients, Architects, Suppliers, and Subcontractors. We are dedicated to the safety and health of our employees. We offer a competitive salary with a generous benefit package. If you are interested in being part of our team we encourage you to apply for the position of Safety Officer.
Benefits offered:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Vacation/Sick & Holidays
- Auto allowance/fuel
Responsibilities
Responsible for administering the company IIPP in order to maintain safe working conditions for employees and the general public.
- Lead in the implementation and continued development of the safety program and policies.
- Develop project specific safety plans for all projects.
- Ensure field supervisors have the necessary equipment (PPE), supplies, and documentation to meet policy and customer requirements.
- Attend all customer safety meetings and report back to Dumarc management team.
- Conduct audits of job sites, shop, and office facilities.
- Conduct orientation for every new employee and record their training certifications.
- Establish and conduct safety training programs for all employees.
- Log, monitor and track employee certifications to ensure employees are qualified to perform tasks.
- Monitor, log and track safety meetings.
- Lead in the company’s internal Safety Committee.
- Ensure compliance with, Cal OSHA, Fed OSHA, or other governing agencies.
- Pre-approval of all subcontractors and vendors and assist in establishing safety compliance. Review each Subcontractors Safety Program and ensure that it meets or exceeds Dumarc’s requirements.
- Conduct pre-construction meetings for compliance with state and federal standards.
- Record, notify and prepare written reports of any violations or unsafe practices to Subcontractors for immediate corrective actions.
- Represent the company in an audit by a third party or governmental agency.
- Conduct regular site inspections for compliance and recommendations and provide in a report for management review.
- Stop immediately any violation or unsafe practice.
- Coordinate collection and analysis of data and reports on injuries as necessary for state and federal requirements.
- Investigate all accidents and near misses. Complete accident investigation forms, State Compensation forms (if necessary), identify all witness, and photograph site, equipment and injury if possible.
- Establish and maintain all required job safety records.
- Administer federal/state required programs assuring that all aspects of the program are in compliance, including training and record keeping.
- Maintains records related to employee health and safety programs.
- Provide weekly tailboard topics for all job sites with attached site checklist.
- Provide yearly updates on the CA Proposition 65 hazardous chemicals.
Job Requirements
- EDUCATION, SPECIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- 30-Hour OSHA certification *Required*.
- High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree in Safety and Health or equivalent is preferred.
- 5+ years of experience as a Safety Manager in the Commercial Construction industry *Required*.
- Experience with ISNetworld compliance software and procedures are preferred.
- Capable of identifying known/potential exposures and recommending corrective actions.
- Computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite programs
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
- Certifications to train employees are preferred. (i.e. forklift, anti-harassment, CPR/First Aid, 16-Hour Asbestos O&M, etc.).
- Effective written and oral communication skills with attention to detail.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish is not required but preferred.
Work authorization:
- United States (Required)
- Security clearance from clients at governmental job sites will be required of this position.
- Required travel:
- Field visits throughout Central and Southern California as needed.