Safety Specialist - Commercial

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Safety Specialist - Commercial

Reports To: Director, Safety

Location: San Jose, CA

Salary Range: $38.00/hour to $52.00/hour

Safety Specialist II plays a vital role in supporting the Project Team in developing and sustaining an Incident and Injury Free Culture (IIFC). The role will help to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations. The Safety Specialist II will provide technical support and assistance to the Project Team such as collaborating to develop and maintain a strong Project Safety Roadmap.

This position will report to the assigned Project Safety Manager, Senior Project Safety Manager, or Area Safety Manager.

• Support Crew Foreman/General Foremen with quality safety planning.
• Assist in evaluation of the effectiveness of safety programs through daily field walks and log any observations in our leading indicator system.
• Meet regularly with field personnel and support in the development of project‑specific corrective action plans to address safety issues and concerns.
• Provide regular feedback to project leadership in a constructive manner on needed areas for safety improvement and recognition.
• Provide coaching to employees exhibiting unsafe behaviors and provide recognition for employees exhibiting safe behaviors.
• Assist with the delivery of job site‑specific safety orientations for new employees joining the project, as applicable.
• Assist and co‑facilitate basic safety training, testing for all employees (Haz Com, Fall Protection, Lockout/Tag‑out, etc.).
• Support Project Leadership in the completion of incident investigations.
• Facilitate all injury/illness cases.
• Perform periodic evaluations of power tools and equipment (i.e. scissor lifts, forklifts, fall protection, laser levelers, etc.) to ensure equipment is being maintained in good working order, as applicable.
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating CEI/Subcontractor compliance with applicable rules and regulations, and project safety requirements and raise any potential compliance risks to Safety leadership.
• Support Project Leadership in the development and execution of weekly toolbox safety meetings.
• Attend the assigned safety meetings each morning.
• Ensure that meetings are taking place daily.
• Audit for continuity of topics to be discussed.
• Evaluate the participation of the crew and/or whether the foreman gave them an opportunity to do so.
• Evaluate meetings and provide feedback to Project Leadership on effectiveness.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the Flex & Stretch Program.
• Evaluate or identify whether Foreman, GF and Superintendents are following the program elements for how we plan Safety for the project.

• Understanding of electrical industry consensus standards such as NFPA, NESC, ASTM, and ANSI.
• Experience with union workforce desired.
• Ability to work with greater independence once provided sufficient direction and training.
• Ability to develop solid relationships with key stakeholders.
• Good organization and communication skills.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Bi‑lingual desired.

• Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted in both indoor office settings and outdoor construction job site settings. Environmental conditions will vary.
• Ability to drive (must be physically able to drive with valid driver’s license and no driving restrictions). The work area of a project site can be expansive so must be able to drive throughout the work site (via a buggy, car, truck, etc.).
• Occasional work at heights, in confined space, and lifting up to 40 pounds.
• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing, and other duties will be assigned based on the position’s role within the business unit.

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Licensure/

Certifications:

OSHA 30 Construction required. CPR/FA Certified (Trainer Preferred). STS and STSC certification preferred, along with other safety certifications desired.

Experience: One (1) to three (3) years of construction safety experience (electrical safety experience preferred). Equivalent experience will be considered.

Driving Record: Valid state‑issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual proficiency preferred.

* Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.