Safety Technician jobs in Norfolk, VA

Safety Technician inspects work areas and equipment to ensure compliance with company, state, and federal safety policies and regulations. Responsibilities also include documenting safety inspections, citing dangerous areas/procedures and recommending corrective procedures, and maintaining safety equipment supply and availability. Being a Safety Technician may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Safety Technician typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Safety Director
  • Sheakley Risk and Safety Solutions
  • Portsmouth, VA FULL_TIME
  • Sheakley is hiring a safety director for our client in Portsmouth, VA. Our client is one of the nation's leading construction contracting firms.

    Compensation Package: $120K/year

    Staffing Type: Direct Hire W2 Full Benefits

    Scope of Work: The development and implementing business health and safety policy and risk management guidelines. Safety Initiatives & Vision, Safety Loss Control, Safety Culture, Safety Reporting

    Position approx Start: ASAP

    Position Hours/Schedule: 40hrs/wk M-F

    Certification Requirements:

    • Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or similar discipline.
    • 5-7 years of safety experience in the construction field.
    • 10 years' experience in safety in the construction industry with 2-4 of those years in the marine construction industry in place of a Bachelor's degree.

    Job Summary:

    Our client offers industry-leading solutions above and below the waterline, combining comprehensive expertise in all facets of commercial diving, marine construction, and crane rental & rigging. We execute all of our projects with safety and integrity. Our client is a growing company with a highly collaborative and dynamic work environment and with team members who work vigorously to meet our customer's needs. No two days are the same! Our client is seeking a Safety Director.

    The Safety Director serves as a subject matter expert and skilled leader in the development, communication and implementation of occupational health and safety policies and procedures to promote and ensure effective safety operations in the organization. The Safety Director ensures the workplace is following OSHA and state, local, or industry specific safety regulations. The Safety Director also oversees process for onsite audits/inspections, safety orientation training and guidance as well as staying up to date on all safety regulations to ensure that the company remains in compliance.

    Duties/ Responsibilities:

    • Promote and embrace clients Core Values in all aspects of the job.
    • Understand operational characteristics of business and promote safety directives.
    • Promote business health and safety policies, risk management safety Initiatives & vision.
    • Embody and represent safety culture, communication and safety reporting.
    • Maintain safety procedure manuals, OSHA and Construction industry standards.
    • Ensure regulatory, legal, and industry compliance.
    • Design and maintain procedural lists and documents for safety department, to include customer facing databases.
    • Oversee process and deliver briefings focused on incident trends and prevention.
    • Oversee and advise the use of safety equipment.
    • Conduct safety and risk audits and inspect facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
    • Led investigation teams into incidents to determine causal factors and preventive measures.
    • Perform regular safety hazard assessments to reduce risks and promote positive behaviors at all levels.
    • Work closely with safety team members, division leaders, project managers, superintendents and foreman to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
    • Oversee onboarding process of new employees, including training, mentoring, and new hire documentation to maximize effectiveness.
    • Respond to safety concerns.
    • Work daily with operations to assess associated risks of operations.
    • Ensure all state and federal Health and Safety and Environmental protocols and laws are being followed for all applicable industries.
    • Promote the attainment of safety goals and plans for all departments and lead Safety Committee
    • Coordinate employee injuries and light duty.
    • Ensure that SDSs are being maintained.
    • Performs other related duties as assigned.

    Required Skills/Abilities:

    • Excellent Communication and Cooperation skills, both verbal and written.
    • Ability to interpret OSHA regulations as they pertain to construction and maritime standards.
    • Proactive Management and leadership with a commitment to leading by example.
    • Strong organization skills and sharp attention to detail.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Logistical planning and Critical thinking.
    • Analytical and Problem Solving proficiencies.
    • Multitasking and Prioritization.
    • Computer experience.
    • Hazard assessment.
    • Belong to appropriate associations.
    • Continuing Education.

    Education and Experience:

    • Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or similar discipline.
    • 5-7 years safety experience in the construction field.
    • 10 years' experience in safety in the construction industry with 2-4 of those years in the marine construction industry in lieu of Bachelor's degree.

    Other Requirements:

    • OSHA 500 and OSHA 5400 – Authorized Trainer Certification (Desired, but capability to get certification within 6 months of hire)
    • OSHA 10, 30, and 510
    • EM385-1-1. (Desired)
    • Subject matter expert (SME) in applicable OSHA and USCG regulations
    • SME Health and Safety State and Federal laws
    • First Aid/ CPR/ AED certified.
    • CSP or ASP Certification (Desired)
    • OSHA HAZWOPER 40 8: (Desired)

    Physical Requirements:

    • Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
    • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
    • Exposure to characteristic construction and marine site dangers.
    • Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
    • Must be on-call to address incidents, injuries, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.
    • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
    • Prolonged periods of sitting and work on a computer.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: From $120,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Day shift
    • Monday to Friday

    Education:

    • Bachelor's (Required)

    Experience:

    • Construction Safety: 5 years (Required)
    • marine construction industry: 2 years (Preferred)

    License/Certification:

    • OSHA 10 30 500 (Preferred)

    Ability to Relocate:

    • Portsmouth, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person

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Health Safety Environment Technician
  • Allan Myers, Inc
  • Chesapeake, VA OTHER
  • Responsibilities This full-time exempt level positon is responsible for compliance with corporate, federal, and state safety policies. Develops training materials, conducts safety training, and new hi...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Environmental Health & Safety Technician
  • Eastern Virginia Medical School
  • Norfolk, VA FULL_TIME
  • Overview Inspects working conditions, collects data and manages hazardous, biohazardous, and radioactive materials, to ensure compliance with EPA, OSHA, DOT, NRC, and other applicable regulations. Res...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Safety Technician I
  • Turn Key Scaffold
  • Chesapeake, VA FULL_TIME
  • The Safety Technician I Will be responsible to perform daily inspections of scaffolding in various work areas including sea going vessels, piers, docks and buildings. Document inspection. Communicate ...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Health, Safety & Environmental Technician
  • Allan Myers, Inc
  • Chesapeake, VA OTHER
  • Responsibilities This position is responsible for compliance with corporate, federal, and state safety policies. Develops training materials, conducts safety training, and new hire orientation. Conduc...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Diesel Truck Technician
  • Sysco - Diesel Fleet Technician III - Suffolk, VA
  • Eure, NC FULL_TIME
  • Sysco is Hiring a Diesel Fleet Technician III in Suffolk, VAEarn $30-$38 per Hour Plus an Annual Boot & Tool AllowanceUp to a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus* - Comprehensive Benefits Come grow with us and let u...
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Occupational Health and Safety Technician
  • Sterling Medical Corp
  • Hampton, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Sterling Medical./Modern Healthcare Services JV is looking for a Occupational Health and...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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HVAC TB Technician Team Lead Mechanic (Union)
  • Johnson Controls
  • Norfolk, VA
  • What you will do Are you self-motivated and looking to lead a team of 12 - 15 field technicians? Do you want to be able ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Fleet Maintenance Technician (No CDL)
  • Pepsi Beverages Company
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Great Pay & Benefits Package! World Class Equipment, Technology & Training Target Pay of $28.60 - $34.75 / hour Benefits...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Fire Alarm Systems Technician - Mid Level - Norfolk, VA
  • Siemens Corporation
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering custom...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Fire Alarm Systems Technician - Mid Level - Norfolk, VA
  • Siemens Corporation
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering custom...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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HVAC Team Lead Mechanic (Union)
  • Johnson Controls International
  • Norfolk, VA
  • What you will do Are you self-motivated and looking to lead a team of 12 – 15 field technicians? Do you want to be able ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Civil Engineer - Ports & Maritime (Norfolk)
  • Burns & McDonnell
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Description It's a great time to be a Ports and Maritime senior engineer at Burns & McDonnell. Experienced senior civil ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level
  • Penske Truck Leasing
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 4845 Brookside Ct, Norfolk, VA 23502 Whats the Job? Ready to accelerate your career while helping our customers move for...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 96 square miles (250 km2), of which 54 square miles (140 km2) is land and 42 square miles (110 km2) (43.9%) is water. Norfolk is located at 36°55′N 76°12′W / 36.917°N 76.200°W / 36.917; -76.200 (36.8857° N, 76.2599° W) The city is located at the southeastern corner of Virginia at the junction of the Elizabeth River and the Chesapeake Bay. The Hampton Roads Metropolitan Statistical Area (officially known as the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC MSA) is the 37th largest in the United States, with an estimated...
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Income Estimation for Safety Technician jobs
$42,601 to $58,893
Norfolk, Virginia area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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