Safety Specialist - Water Mgmt

Job Description - SAFETY SPECIALIST - WATER MGMT 2026 (420438)

420438

SAFETY SPECIALIST-WATER MANAGEMENT

Department of Water Management

Number of Positions: 1 (Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)

These positions are open to the general public and to all current city employees covered under the terms of the City’s collective bargaining agreement with LABORERS INTL UNION OF N.A., LOCAL 1092 – (Bargaining Unit # 53). Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.

1. Check the box on your profile titled “Currently employed by the City of Chicago”

2. Enter your employee  (located on your pay stub labeled ‘payee/employee number’)

3. Select your correct bargaining unit

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION

Under supervision, inspects safety and accident prevention practices in the work place within the Department of Water Management, and performs related duties as required.

Assists in developing and implementing departmental safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Inspects work areas and/or construction sites to ensure working conditions are in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and municipal and state safety regulations and policies. Makes recommendations to correct observed and reported safety violations and to implement safe work practices including the use of protective gear (e.g., helmets, steel tipped shoes, safety glasses, gloves).

Checks safety devices (e.g., fire extinguishers, alarms, first aid, emergency equipment) for proper working condition. Ensures that safety precautions (e.g., sufficient lighting, warning signs, barricades) are posted near construction or hazardous sites. Ensures proper procedures are followed and rescue equipment is accessible to crews working in confined spaces and during excavations. Prepares and issues warnings, and/or letters of notification to address violations of safety policies and procedures.

Investigates accidents to determine their cause and to develop methods and procedures to prevent future occurrences. Evaluates automotive and personal injury accident reports for evidence of cause and prepares reports on findings. Conducts employee training sessions on safety policies and practices and arranges for product manufacturers to train employees on the proper use of safety equipment and gear. Maintains complete and accurate records of personal injury and property accidents.

Drives to field sites to observe practices. Reviews safety policies and practices and assists in updating departmental manuals and policies. Attends and/or chairs safety meetings and committees. Performs other additional related duties as required.

NOTE:

The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class.

Lunch: 1-hour

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE.

Two (2) years of experience in accident prevention and safety inspection work, OR, Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s degree or higher, plus one (1) year of work experience in accident prevention and safety inspection work.

• A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required

• Some lifting (up to 25 pounds) is required
• Ability to walk and stand for extended or continuous periods of time
• Ability to work various hours/shifts

NOTE:

Candidates selected for hire MUST pass a DRUG/PHYSICAL test prior to being hired

This position requires the successful completion of an online application and an initial…