Job details
Salary $13 - $20 an hour job type full-time number of hires for this role 1
Qualifications
High school or equivalent (preferred)
Full job description
***please apply directly with goodwill at www.goodwilltxla.org***
Growing company in search of a safety specialist to assist in developing, implementing, administering and training staff on the agency’s comprehensive safety and accident prevention programs to ensure all local, state, and federal fire and safety regulations are met and to reduce or eliminate occupational accidents/injuries and their associated costs.
Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: (other duties may be assigned as needed.)
1Follows and role models all company policies and procedures.
2Personifies safety and emphasizes the importance of our safety programs throughout the entire organization.
3Acts as primary point of contact with outside agencies such as local fire departments, inspectors, vendors, law enforcement, worker’s compensation carriers, etc.
4Conducts routine safety inspections of all facilities, identifies trends and communicates/trains for correction.
5Assists in developing safety programs and procedures to ensure safe, healthy, accident-free and compliant work environments throughout the organizationProgram components include but are not limited to accident prevention and response; emergency prevention, preparedness and response; hazmat communication, storage and disposal; infection prevention and control; workplace violence; lock out tag out; commercial driving safety; etc.
6Implements policies and procedures pertaining to agency safety programs.
7Coordinates safety committee and ensures representation from each facilityPlans, prepares and directs monthly safety committee meetings.
8Ensures facilities conduct monthly safety meetings with staff and audits all facility safety paperwork.
9Administers safety signage program for all facilities.
10Delivers training for employees regarding safety related matters.
11Assists facilities in maintaining up to date safety data sheets (sds) for all chemicals used.
12Facilitates proper hazmat disposal.
13Provides rapid response, investigation and reporting of all accidents or other emergencies to appropriate entitiesFollows up with employees, treating physicians and/or insurance carrier to ensure cases are handled properly and timely.
14Prepares routine osha logs/reports.
15Appropriately escalates incidents and reports critical information to department director.
16Analyzes and reports statistical data to identify trends, recommends policy changes to/and works with department director to implement changes.
17Serves as backup to the hr coordinator during absences and performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorilyThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability requiredReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or experience: associates or bachelor’s degree in safety related studies preferred; high school or equivalent essential combination of education and experience.
Skills and abilities needed: (all skills and abilities are considered to be essential, unless otherwise indicated.)
1Ability to interact effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and levels within the agency.
2Ability to maintain accurate information and efficient record keeping systems.
3Ability to exercise discretion while handling confidential information.
4Must be knowledgeable of osha and local, state, and federal safety standards.
5Must possess valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.
6Flexibility to cover other areas of agency as needed.
7Must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and communicate clearly in englishAbility to communicate in other languages (spanish, asl, etc.) preferred.
8Knowledge of pc and other related technology, as well as standard office equipment.
9Able to engage in prolonged sitting, standing and walking.
10Able to lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
11Ability to work in hectic work environments with occasional periods of high stress.
Language skills: ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence; ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to ceo, directors and employees of the organization.
Mathematical skills: ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning ability: ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Physical demands: the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this jobReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hearThe employee frequently is required to sitThe employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work environment: the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this jobReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions; indoor/outdoor environment with a moderate noise level.
Salary and flsa status will be commensurate with experience.
Eeo employer
***please apply directly with goodwill at www.goodwilltxla.org***
Job type: full-time
Pay: $13.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Holidays
Monday to friday
Education:
High school or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
Service-related work: 2 years (preferred)
Work location:
One location
Work remotely:
Yes
Work location: one location
