Onsite Construction Health and Safety Technician; CHST

We are one of Houston’s largest single‑source providers of premier construction, tenant build‑outs, HVAC systems, and mechanical services. As a construction engineering firm proficient in industrial design and construction, our services are enhanced by extensive mechanical engineering capabilities, as well as HVAC, commercial plumbing, and process piping expertise.

The Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) is responsible for implementing and maintaining safety protocols at a designated construction site. This role supports the site team by ensuring compliance with safety regulations, conducting inspections, and fostering a culture of safety. #gowgar

Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing the following regularly or as a backup:

• Serve as the primary safety contact for the assigned construction site
• Conduct continuous site safety inspections and hazard assessments
• Lead safety briefings, toolbox talks, and training sessions
• Monitor compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies
• Investigate incidents and near‑misses; recommend corrective actions
• Maintain accurate safety documentation and logs
• Collaborate with site leadership to resolve safety concerns
• Promote a proactive site leadership to resolve safety concerns
• Perform additional duties as assigned

To succeed in this role, the individual must be able to perform the essential duties effectively. The following outlines the expected knowledge, skills, and abilities. This is a general overview and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or qualifications. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Active CHST certification from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)
• Experience managing safety on a single‑site construction project
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (i.e.: Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Comfortable working within Windows‑based platforms
• Ability to learn and adapt to new software systems and digital tools

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES

The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.

• Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity and ethical behavior in all interactions
• Must be a dependable team player who collaborates respectfully with colleagues across departments
• Must be self‑driven and able to manage responsibilities independently in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment
• Must possess strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities effectively
• Must communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing
• Must show attention to detail and a commitment to producing high quality, accurate work
• Must be capable of learning and adapting to new systems and technologies with ease
• Must maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Must demonstrate a customer‑service mindset when supporting internal teams and external contacts
• Must understand the importance of safety compliance and contribute to a culture of safety awareness

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, and work cooperatively with site personnel, management, customers, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors, suppliers, and other contractors.

This position requires frequent mobility throughout an active construction site, including walking…