Field Safety Specialist

Field Safety Specialist

Location: Abilene, TX
Pay Range: $20–$25 per hour (DOE)
Schedule: Full-time | Monday–Friday | 50–55 hours/week

HJC Farms is looking for a Field Safety Specialist who thrives in the field-not behind a desk. This is a hands‑on role for someone who takes ownership of safety, quality, and compliance across active job sites and isn't afraid to step in, coach crews, and stop work when something isn't right.

If you're passionate about construction safety, utility protection, and doing things the right way every time, this role gives you real authority, real impact, and a clear growth path.

As the primary field representative of our Safety Department, you will:

• Conduct routine and unannounced job site safety inspections
• Identify unsafe conditions and initiate immediate corrective actions
• Perform incident and near‑miss investigations
  , including root cause analysis
• Provide on‑site coaching to reinforce safe work practices
• Oversee traffic control operations and verify compliance with approved plans
• Coordinate Texas 811 locate requests and utility protection efforts
• Perform field quality inspections to ensure work meets company standards
• Administer and coordinate drug testing programs (pre‑employment, random, post‑accident, reasonable suspicion)
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for safety, quality, traffic control, and 811 activities
• Exercise stop‑work authority when conditions are unsafe

This role is cross‑trained and multidisciplinary
, designed to grow with the company and ensure continuity of safety operations.

Required:

• Construction field experience with strong safety awareness
• Ability to read and interpret plans and job specifications
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites

Preferred / Development Path:

• OSHA 30 (preferred)
• Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) or equivalent
• Utility locating or excavation safety experience
• OSHA 500 or professional safety certifications (future growth)

• Real authority to stop unsafe work
• Field‑based leadership, not paperwork‑only safety
• Direct impact on crew performance and job quality
• Growth path into advanced safety leadership roles
• Company culture that values ownership, accountability, and service

At HJC Farms, safety isn't a checkbox-it's how we operate. We believe in empowering our people, supporting our crews, and building a culture where everyone goes home safe every day.

Ready to make an impact where it matters most?
Apply today and be part of a team that takes pride in safety, quality, and leadership in the field.