Field Safety Specialist (FSS

Field Safety Specialist (FSS)

Industry: Infrastructure | Construction | Engineering
Location: Wasco, California
Work Arrangement: On
- Site
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive | Based on Experience

Noble Hearts HR Consulting & Staffing is proactively building a talent pipeline for upcoming Field Safety Specialist (FSS) opportunities with a leading infrastructure consulting organization. These positions will support major transportation and public infrastructure programs alongside engineering, construction management, and project delivery teams.

We anticipate multiple openings over the coming months and are seeking highly organized professionals who thrive in fast-paced project environments and are passionate about delivering accurate, compliant, and efficient document management.

Under the direction of the Railroad Safety and Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Manager, the Field Safety Specialist (FSS) is responsible for enforcing compliance with regulatory and contract requirements while directly observing, monitoring, and inspecting projects and activities conducted on Authority property.

The FSS will work closely with the Construction Office to inspect projects, activities, and facilities while administering various safety programs and initiatives. This position will provide guidance and oversight to contractors and consultants and will participate in the sharing of expert knowledge as a vital member of various project teams that may be instituted.

• Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) requirements
• Perform safety reviews for applicable elements of construction related activities. Provides feedback and makes recommendations for improvements to project safety.
• Supports management of environmental health and safety programs as assigned including hazardous materials and respirator protection.
• Develops recommendations regarding programs and procedures to reduce the frequency, severity, and cost of accidents, occupational illnesses, and eliminate or control potential hazards
• Facilitates and/or attends field safety and project meetings
• Serves as part of an on-call rotation to respond to incidents and emergency situations,may respond directly to incident site as needed in select situations
• Perform other duties as assigned

• At least 5 years of directly related experience in railroad, transportation operations, or construction/industrial safety
• Strong knowledge of US federal, state, local, railroad and construction safety, operations, and maintenance procedures, standards, and practices
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to gather, organize, analyze, and present data to appropriate sources

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification

• Experience with transit, freight, or rail infrastructure safety and security programs

• Proficiency with safety management systems, data analysis tools, and reporting platforms

Candidates should:

• Candidates should be local to the area and expect to be onsite consistently within the Central Valley.

• Work on some of California's most impactful infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with industry-leading engineering and construction professionals.
• Support projects that improve transportation, mobility, and public infrastructure.
• Join an organization committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Advance your career within a dynamic, collaborative project environment.

At Noble Hearts HR Consulting & Staffing, we connect exceptional professionals with organizations shaping the future of infrastructure, engineering, and construction. Our personalized recruiting approach focuses on matching top talent with meaningful career opportunities that support long-term success.

Noble Hearts HR Consulting & Staffing and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.