Safety Technician

Safety Technician

Location: Oklahoma City, OK

Are you passionate about workplace safety and ensuring the well-being of others? Do you have experience with safety compliance and OSHA regulations? If so, United Mechanical is looking for a Full time, motivated and detail-oriented Safety Technician to join our team.

The Safety Technician is responsible for assisting with the implementation, administration, and enforcement of the company's safety program across multiple divisions. This position works closely with management, project teams, and field personnel to promote a culture of safety while ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, client requirements, and company policies. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Starting Pay: $50,000 – $65,000 per year (Based on qualifications and experience)

United Mechanical is committed to providing a competitive benefits package that supports the health, financial well-being, and work-life balance of our employees.

Employees become eligible for the following benefits after 60 days of employment:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Basic, Supplemental Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

United Mechanical believes that time away from work is important for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Paid time off based on years of service:

• PTO:
  • Years 1 - 5 = 3 Weeks
  • Years 6 - 10 = 4 Weeks
  • Years 11 and beyond = 5 Weeks
• Paid Holidays: 7

• Assist in planning and implementing safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA.
• Advise management regarding safety compliance concerns and preventive actions.
• Plan and conduct employee safety training.
• Maintain safety files and records, including state licenses, equipment certifications, and employee training records.
• Coordinate company drug and alcohol testing.
• Coordinate client-required random drug and alcohol testing.
• Request background checks as required by clients.
• Conduct new employee orientations and onboarding for three divisions under the corporate umbrella.
• Conduct safety training sessions and presentations.
• Select and develop weekly toolbox talk topics.
• Prepare Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) as requested by general contractors.
• Maintain inventory of PPE, fall protection equipment, and other safety-related equipment.
• Prepare for and actively participate in OSHA inspections.
• Investigate accidents and near-miss incidents to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate Workers' Compensation claims, including:
  • Attending medical appointments with injured employees.
  • Investigating accidents and near-miss incidents.
  • Completing required documentation for submission to the third-party administrator.
  • Following up on all claims.
  • Monitoring and reporting the status of claims and the safety program to management.
• Maintain OSHA logs and all required safety documentation.
• Maintain ISNetworld and DISA compliance updates.
• Approve and code invoices related to the company's self-funded safety program, including Workers' Compensation, post-accident testing, and random drug screenings.
• Schedule annual and monthly inspections of company-owned safety equipment, including cranes, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, and other required equipment.
• Maintain and update electronic Safety Manuals and SDS books for all companies.
• Assist Project Managers with contractor prequalification safety documentation.
• Visit jobsites before work begins to identify hazards and recommend appropriate controls or corrective measures.
• Approve and code billings related to company's self-funded safety program including worker's comp, post-accident and random drug screenings.
• Schedule annual/monthly inspections for company owned safety equipment, such as cranes, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Assign, schedule, and coordinate safety inspections for yourself and other safety professionals at construction jobsites and fabrication facilities.
• Review safety inspection findings and provide recommendations to company management and general contractors for correcting potential hazards.
• Work closely with the company's service divisions to support and improve safety programs.
• Develop, implement, and enforce company safety policies and procedures.
• Administer disciplinary action for employees and…