Safety Technician

The Safety Technician assists the Branch Safety Manager with day-to-day safety activities and supports safe working conditions on electrical construction projects. This position is intended for someone beginning a career in construction safety or transitioning from a construction field role. Through supervised field experience and mentoring, the technician develops skills in hazard recognition, inspections, training, documentation, and corrective action follow-up.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with jobsite safety inspections and field observations under the guidance of the Branch Safety Manager. Document findings and promptly communicate hazards to field supervision.
  
• Track assigned corrective actions, follow up on completion, and report unresolved concerns to the Branch Safety Manager.
  
• Assist with new employee orientations, toolbox talks, safety meetings, and training logistics. Deliver assigned material as training and experience permit.
• Participate in pre-task planning and job hazard analysis discussions to learn how crews identify hazards and select appropriate controls.
• Maintain inspection reports, training records, toolbox talks, Safety Data Sheets, and other safety documentation in the company’s safety management system.
• Support incident and near-miss investigations through fact gathering, photographs, and documentation as directed by the Branch Safety Manager.
• Assist with PPE inventory, distribution, and inspections within the technician’s training and assigned responsibilities.
• Maintain safety postings and communication materials and assist employees with accessing safety resources.
• Build positive relationships with field employees and supervision; encourage questions, hazard reporting, and employee participation.
• Participate in assigned training and mentoring and perform other safety-related duties assigned by the Branch Safety Manager.

Education and Experience

• No prior safety experience is required. Construction experience, relevant coursework, or a safety internship is preferred.
• An associate or bachelor’s degree in occupational safety or a related field is preferred but not required. Equivalent construction experience and a demonstrated interest in safety are welcome.
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Training and Skills

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction training, or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
• Electrical safety awareness training based on NFPA 70E and appropriate to assigned duties, or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
• First Aid/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain, preferred.
• Willingness to learn construction safety requirements, company procedures, and electrical construction hazards.
• Clear communication, attention to detail, organized documentation, and willingness to ask questions and accept feedback.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills and ability to learn the company’s safety management software.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to assigned jobsites.

Working Conditions
Work takes place in branch offices and active construction environments, including outdoor locations and uneven terrain. Duties may involve walking, standing for extended periods, bending, and accessing work areas using stairs or ladders when trained and authorized. Appropriate PPE is required. Occasional handling of safety equipment and supplies may be necessary. Essential duties are performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Schedule and Travel
Generally, Monday through Friday, with start times and occasional additional hours based on project needs. Regular travel between the branch office and assigned jobsites is expected; specific travel and scheduling expectations are established for the branch assignment.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity

HATZEL & BUEHLER provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HATZEL & BUEHLER complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. HATZEL & BUEHLER expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of HATZEL & BUEHLER’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.