Safety Specialist jobs in Springfield, MO

Safety Specialist implements, manages and monitors safety programs, policies, and procedures that meet OSHA and other applicable requirements. Evaluates the organization's procedures, facilities and equipment by conducting inspections to identify unsafe conditions and to implement safeguards and solutions. Being a Safety Specialist ensures the organization complies with all current safety regulations and that all employees are aware of safety requirements and are prepared to follow safety procedures. Collects data and reports on all safety and accident events. Additionally, Safety Specialist may have additional responsibility for fire prevention, hazardous waste management, resource conservation, or other safety related activities depending on the industry and location. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Safety Specialist occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Safety Specialist typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Safety Specialist
  • JE Dunn
  • Springfield, MO FULL_TIME
  • Location: Springfield, MO, US, 65810

    Best People Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn’s success.

    By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company’s rewards, we’ve found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100 years.

    Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places everyday, and we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building perfection.

    Role Summary

    The Safety Specialist 1 will coordinate and implement the field safety program for routine construction projects. This position will be responsible for conducting safety inspections, identifying and documenting abatement of hazardous conditions and writing reports. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

    • Autonomy & Decision-Making: Follows directions and refers all exceptions to supervisor.
    • Career Path: Safety Specialist 2.

    Key Role Responsibilities - Core

    SAFETY SPECIALIST FAMILY - CORE

    • Coordinates and implements the field safety program for routine construction projects.
    • Conducts regular walk-through inspections of construction sites to ensure compliance with laws and Company policies.
    • Conducts safety audits on assigned projects by identifying, documenting and recommending abatement of hazardous/potentially hazardous conditions to internal and external clients.Utilizes internal safety management systems to document findings and to track abatement techniques and closure.
    • Conducts project-specific new hire orientation and oversees drug and alcohol policy compliance.
    • Monitors the implementation of prime contractor and/or subcontractors’ safety programs.
    • Attends project pre-planning, progress and other relevant project-related meetings to discuss safety-related matters.
    • Supports field leadership in the implementation of the safety program specifics, such as meetings, committees and related activities well as chairing the project safety committee.
    • Assists in the investigation of project-related accidents. Confers with supervisor to determine root cause and discuss recommendations for changes in the work processes to eliminate recurrence.
    • Coordinates with injured employees and clinics to ensure that the worker attends treatment and is returned to work at some capacity in a timely manner. Compiles progress summary reports of injuries for supervisor.
    • Monitors site safety incentive program.

    Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core

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    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

    • Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
    • Communications skills, verbal and written.
    • Proficiency in MS Office.
    • Knowledge of and ability to enforce all federal, state, local and company safety regulations.
    • Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures.
    • Ability to build relationships with team members that transcend a project.
    • Proficiency in required construction technology.
    • Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.

    Education

    • Bachelor’s degree in a safety and health-related field (Preferred).
    • In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

    Experience

    • 0-2 years construction or related experience (Required).

    Working Environment

    Benefits Information

    The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Please click the link below for more details.

    Click here for benefits details.

    JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

    JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to accommodations@jedunn.com

    JE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

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Safety & Occupational Health Specialist (Safety Specialist)
  • Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
  • Springfield, MO FULL_TIME
  • Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Our highly-skilled, diverse, and inn...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Field Safety Specialist
  • Mears Construction
  • Joplin, MO FULL_TIME
  • Field Safety Specialist Mears Installation, A Quanta Services Company At Mears Installation, we believe in developing and retaining the best people in the industry and providing the best value service...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Safety Specialist (Non-Exempt)
  • Mercy
  • Springfield, MO FULL_TIME
  • We're a Little Different Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts o...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Product Sales Specialist: Safety
  • White Cap
  • Springfield, MO FULL_TIME
  • A position at White Cap isn’t your ordinary job. You’ll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is commit...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Consumer Safety Inspector
  • Food Safety and Inspection Service
  • California, MO FULL_TIME
  • $5,000 Sign On Bonus Available - click Learn more about this agency below for more info VACANCY INFORMATION: California, Missouri Establishment: P961-Cargill Meat Solutions Work Schedule: These are Di...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Associate Financial Representative
  • Modern Woodmen of America
  • Springfield, MO
  • The ideal candidate will deliver personalized investment solutions to help clients work toward their long-term financial...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nurse Manager- Enterostomal
  • CoxHealth
  • Springfield, MO
  • Best in Class Work Environment 5x Modern Healthcare Best Places to work America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 – Newsweek Be...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,009 per week
  • PRN Healthcare
  • Springfield, MO
  • Trustaff is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Missouri. Job Descri...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,009 per week
  • PRN Healthcare
  • Springfield, MO
  • Trustaff is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Missouri. Job Description & Require...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $1,786 per week
  • PRN Healthcare
  • Springfield, MO
  • Trustaff is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Missouri. Job Description & Req...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,897 per week
  • PRN Healthcare
  • Springfield, MO
  • Trustaff is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Missouri. Job Descri...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Branch Auditor
  • EDWARD JONES
  • Springfield, MO
  • Join a financial services firm where your contributions are valued. Edward Jones is a Fortune 500 company where people c...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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EHS Specialist
  • Truck Hero
  • Springfield, MO
  • BAK a RealTruck company has led the truck accessories industry with new and innovative truck bed cover concepts that emp...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Springfield is the third-largest city in the state of Missouri and the county seat of Greene County. As of the 2010 census, its population was 159,498. As of 2017, the Census Bureau estimated its population at 167,376. It is the principal city of the Springfield metropolitan area, which has a population of 462,369 and includes the counties of Christian, Dallas, Greene, Polk, Webster. Springfield's nickname is "Queen City of the Ozarks" and it is known as the "Birthplace of Route 66". It is home to three universities, Missouri State University, Drury University, and Evangel University. Springf...
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Income Estimation for Safety Specialist jobs
$68,666 to $102,825
Springfield, Missouri area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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