Safety Specialist

3 weeks ago


Houston, United States Lightspeed Construction Group Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

At Lightspeed Construction Group, we take a people-first approach to construction. We know communications infrastructure construction isn’t just about fiber and towers. It’s about collaboration and honesty. At Lightspeed, a Full Circle Fiber Partners company, we bring more than steel toes and hard hats to the job site – we bring teamwork and integrity, and we do everything with a mindset of safety. Just as a well-placed network connects a community, a well-organized team powers all projects to success. Service excellence, pioneering experience, and a passion for what we do – that’s Lightspeed.

Lightspeed is a dynamic organization of diverse, customer-focused people committed to our Core Values: Service Excellence, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, Fairness and Mutual Respect. We are looking for motivated and professional individuals to grow with our team. Lightspeed offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, matching 401K and more.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the implementation of company environmental, health and safety programs and procedures for all business units and facilities within the Management Area that comply with company policies and industry regulatory requirements, including reporting. Help ensure conformity to applicable federal, state, and local standards related to environmental compliance and occupational health and safety (i.e., OSHA, EPA, DEP, DOT, NFPA, ANSI, etc). Responsible for accident data compilation, abatement, record keeping, safety communication and awareness, and audits of field system(s).

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Effectively communicate safety and compliance messages to all levels; provide technical support to front-line leadership on matters related to occupational safety, environmental compliance, and loss prevention

Assist in conducting system audits to continuously improve the safety program, working closely with cross-functional teams

Investigate incidents and non-compliance events

Assist with the collection and submission of data required to satisfy environmental permit and reporting requirements (i.e., Air Permit reports, Tier II, HMBP, etc.).

Liaise with regulatory agencies on matters related to reporting and/or investigating compliance concerns

Participate in and/or facilitate safety committee meetings as needed

Analyze the work environment to identify needs

Assist in developing programs designed to control, eliminate, and prevent occupational disease and/or injury caused by physical, chemical, biological agents or ergonomic factors.

Support the Mgr., Safety in keeping management abreast of current safety performance, potential hazards, serious incidents, regulatory inquires and changes to guidelines affecting safety policies and procedures

Maintain safety records and other related documentation for designated area of responsibility

Adhere to industry specific, local, state, and federal regulations as applicable

Know understand, promote, and follow company policy

Monitor safety training programs; ex: unsatisfactory trending results

Coordinate safety events, evaluations, program deployment, and other related activities

Perform other duties as requested by supervisor

REQUIRED Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

Ability to read, write and speak the English language to communicate with employees, customers, and suppliers, in person, on the phone, and by written communications in a clear, straightforward, and professional manner

Ability to use personal computer and software applications

Ability to work independently

Basic knowledge of company products and services

Basic knowledge of fire prevention programs

Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT regulations

Basic knowledge of quantitative and qualitative methods for safety management

Knowledge of safety auditing, accident investigation and reporting

Ability to differentiate between different sizes and colors

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products

Ability to safely use weight-bearing equipment (gaffs, safety harness and ladders) within the maximum weight limitations

Ability to accurately measure distances, using tapes or other measuring devices

Ability to carry, climb and operate extension ladder (approx. 32 ft. high and 90 pounds)

Ability to climb poles using gaffs, hooks and climbing belt as needed

Ability to utilize photography equipment

Ability to walk over all types of terrain in all kinds of weather while carrying tools and equipment, including gaffs, ladders, and fully loaded tool belts

Knowledge of Field Operations and Field Engineering job duties

Related Work Experience Number of Years

Human Resources/Safety or Technical Training experience 1-3

Certifications and/or Licenses

Industry and vendor specific safety certifications and training recommended

Valid driver's licenses with satisfactory driving record within Company required standards

WORKING CONDITIONS

Office environment

Field exposure

Frequent/extended travel = 75% (25% overnight)

Exposure to moderate noise levels

Work and travel in inclement weather

Work indoors in confined space, poorly ventilated areas such as attics, basements and/or crawlspaces

Exposure to dust, dirt, noise, insects, rodents, pets, and cleaning solutions

Work outdoors in all kinds of weather and at all times of the day or night

Work performed near power lines and electricity

Work performed at various heights above ground on utility poles

Disclaimer Statement

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.



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