Safety Specialist - MEC Transportation (Early Career)

Overview

Support and audit safety programs on transit construction sites, ensuring compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• safety training
• plan review
• hazard inspection
• incident investigation
• stop work
• project files

Tasks

-Assist in the development, review, updating, and communication of the SSSP to everyone including subcontractors -Review work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans prior to the start of work -Assist and provide safety training on policies, procedures, OSHA/MSHA, NCCER, SIMS, orientation, and client specific requirements -Collaborate with the craft every day in the field to encourage buy-in of our safety program and to support craft ownership of the safety program -Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. -Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans -Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. -Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations in the field every day based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work -Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency medical services and clinics -Assist with incident investigations, and implementation of effective solution -Complete a daily documented hazard inspection and assist operations, craft, and subcontractors with implementation of corrective actions -Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSP -Assist with maintaining project files in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations and in compliance with our policies including accident/injury files

Requirements

• word
• excel
• osha
• emt
• safety certified
• construction safety

What You Bring

-Regular, reliable attendance -Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment -Currently pursuing a degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is preferred -Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel -Strong organizational and time management skills -Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment -Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done -Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is preferred -The ability to work independently as well as part of a team -Work productively and meet deadlines timely -Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies -Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements -Strong written and verbal communication skills

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About Mass. Electric Construction Co.

-Specializes in a wide range of sectors, from energy and infrastructure to commercial and industrial projects. -Has contributed to the development of major transportation systems, power plants, and public infrastructure. -Notable projects include electrical systems for large-scale energy facilities and complex infrastructure projects. -Expert in large-scale, mission-critical electrical installations with a focus on efficiency and safety. -Known for innovation in power distribution systems and success in both public and private sector work. -A legacy of overcoming engineering challenges, building a reputation for excellence in execution.

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