Safety Specialist

Pay Rate: $55/hour + Overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate.

Openings: 4

Benefits:
Perdiem $178 per day worked. (6 days a week)

Start Date: Immediate

We are seeking experienced Safety Specialists to support large-scale data center construction projects in Los Lunas, NM. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in non-residential construction safety and a passion for promoting a proactive, incident-free work environment.

This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with safety regulations, supporting project leadership, conducting site inspections, facilitating incident investigations, and helping maintain a strong safety culture throughout all phases of construction.

• Promote and support an Incident and Injury Free Culture (IIFC) on site.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and all federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments during shift operations.
• Assist with incident investigations and corrective action implementation.
• Develop and maintain project safety plans and documentation.
• Support field teams and project leadership with safety-related guidance and training.
• Monitor work activities to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, incidents, and safety observations.
• Participate in safety meetings, orientations, and toolbox talks.

• 3+ years of large-scale non-residential construction safety experience.
• Experience on commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or data center construction projects preferred.
• Manufacturing, residential, and roadway/highway safety experience alone will not be considered.

• OSHA 30 Construction Certification (Required).
• Minimum one active BCSP Certification (Required).
• CPR/First Aid Certification preferred.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Knowledge of construction safety standards and regulations.
• Familiarity with NFPA, NESC, ASTM, and ANSI standards is preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, bending, and carrying equipment.
• Occasional work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Exposure to varying weather and construction site conditions.