Field Safety Specialist - Burlington, IA

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CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, cement, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our Midwest Region has approximately 1100 employees spanning Nebraska, Iowa and Minnesota. Our local businesses are focused on the Safe production and delivery of aggregates, ready mixed concrete, asphalt, and the construction services associated with these products.

We are a leading supplier of residential, commercial, city street and highway paving materials.

The Field Safety Specialist I supports the implementation and continuous improvement of safety programs across multiple lines of business. This role partners with employees and management to promote a strong safety culture, ensure regulatory and company policy compliance, and reduce workplace risks through training, inspections, incident investigations, and corrective action management.

• Assist with implementation of company safety programs, policies and procedures, including conducting new-hire safety orientation and onboarding programs.
• Participate in routine safety inspections and support site-specific safety planning to identify hazards, mitigate risks, and maintain compliance.
• Help track and support the completion of corrective actions resulting from safety inspections, audits, safety committee meetings and incident investigations as well as maintain all safety records, training documentation, inspection records, and other regulatory compliance items required by OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and the state.
• Support incident investigations assisting with the collection of information, interviewing involved personnel, and documenting findings for injuries, accidents, property damage, and near-miss events.
• Support employee safety engagement efforts through coaching, hazard recognition, and participation in continuous safety improvement activities.
• Deliver and facilitate toolbox talks, safety stand-downs, and other safety training to promote safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
• Observe work practices and provide coaching to reinforce safe work behaviors and promote compliance with safety standards.
• Assist with special projects and safety initiatives to be implemented in the business units.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferred; or one-three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience in safety, construction or related industries preferred.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and meet the company MVR requirements.
• Must have strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Regular, on-time and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
• Must be able to travel as required.

• Working knowledge of OSHA (General Industry & Construction standards), MSHA, FMCSA- DOT regulations and other state and federal agency guidelines.
• Ability to effectively navigate and research regulatory agency and industry related web content.
• Ability to read, comprehend, articulate, and write complex instructions, correspondence and other written content.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft suite of tools including Excel, Word and Outlook, and database software. Must be able to utilize internet.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate issues, follow defined processes, and coordinate with others to resolve errors and prevent recurrence.
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport, provide guidance, deliver presentations, facil itate training, participate in team discussions, and communicate effectively with both individuals and large groups.
• Willingness and…