Safety Technician; Grades 4-6

Position: Safety Technician (Grades 4-6)
Job Description

Working as a Safety Technician involves protecting people by making sure that risks in the workplace are properly controlled. These duties include;

* Conduct safety audits of ships, ship unit sections, and the physical plant as assigned.

* Record and Audit results in electronic format on an iPad utilizing the TruQC Program.

* Identify and correct unsafe workplace conditions and/or individual unsafe acts / behaviors.

* Demonstrated ability to handle conflict, follow direction and decisions making.

* Demonstrate knowledge of behavioral safety concepts, participate and guide Safety Action Teams / Committees.

* Ability to communicate with large groups of employees.

* Train employees on proper use of fall protection systems, mobile and overhead equipment, and respirator use / fit testing, and hazard awareness training.

* Perform New Employee Orientation.

* Communicate EHS policy and procedure effectively with personnel at all levels.

The pay range for this position ranges from $28.39/hr - $29.48/hr.

Required/Preferred Education/Training

* Must be at least 18 years of age.

* Required - High School Diploma or GED.

* Preferred - Associate or Bachelor's Degree in occupational health and safety or related discipline.

Required/Preferred Experience

A degree in an accredited safety program is preferred. Prior work experience and / or BIW experience may be substituted with consideration given to the following:

* Required - Pertinent work experience must be demonstrated through appropriate knowledge.

* Required - No fear of heights or confined spaces.

* Required - Candidate must have strong communication skills, specifically with large groups of employees and with personnel at all levels.

* Required
-Candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, be a team player, and be flexible and able to adjust to changing priorities.

* Required - Prior experience as a trainer.

* Required - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

* Required - Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.

* Preferred - Prior experience operating mobile equipment and aerial lift equipment.

* Preferred - Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations and prior safety experience.

* Preferred - Prior hazard analysis experience.

* Preferred - Prior experience in safety training.

* Preferred - Prior BIW Safety Action Team participation.

* Preferred - Prior safety experience in an industrial environment.
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