J. Fletcher Creamer & Son Inc. is seeking a full-time Safety professional to oversee projects located primarily in southern New York state counties. The ideal candidate will have experience working with underground utilities such as water and gas.Primary MissionReinforce Creamers 1 core value of Safety. Coach & reinforce positive behaviors amongst employees to ensure compliance with OSHA company and customer Safety requirements.Serve as a Safety resource to help with hazard identification mitigation and incident reduction to further enhance our culture towards a workplace of ZERO incidents. The Safety professional with help employees set their work up safely and to coach employees to identify and recognize unsafe behaviors and conditions & implement corrective actions and solutions. Essential FunctionsTraveldrive to multiple job sites to conduct safety observationsAssist in creating and conducting Job Hazard analysisAssist with and or perform safety related training with assistance if neededAdministerassist with developing project specific health & safety programs HASPConduct daily and weekly safety meetingsCommunicate hazards with employees customer & Creamer project managementMake recommendationscorrective actions to ensure compliance with OSHA company and customer safety policiesAssist with investigation of near miss first aid injury and property damage incidents to determine root causeParticipate in COVID related activitiesAssist with Safety Department projectsRequired Skills and AbilitiesAbility to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisionsAbility to manage sensitive information with high level of confidentialityStrong interpersonal skillsEffective communication and listening skillsAttention to detail highly organized self-starter with ability to prioritize tasks and able to work in a fast-paced environmentMinimum Qualifications and Required SkillsHigh school diploma or GEDOSHA 30OSHA 510-OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry strongly preferred.5-8 Years of Safety Related equipment experience-preferably underground utility construction such as watermains & services gas mains & services OQ training certificates are a plus with a concentration in excavation operations earth work shoringprotective systems safe digging pile driving foundations etc.Operator Qualification Evaluator or willingness to obtain.Five 5 years or more experience in natural gas transmission distribution andor services.Knowledge of heavy equipmentcrane operations is a plus.Demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.Ability to build repour with field supervision and employees and maintain positive relationships.CompetenciesAccountableBuilds TrustCommunicates EffectivelyPromotes companyConfidentCustomer FocusedManages ConflictBenefits PackageMedical Dental Vision Life Ins. Paid Time Off Paid Holidays 401k with company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Bonus Program Education Assistance Training & DevelopmentIf you require sponsorship now or in the future please discuss with recruiting or hiring team during interview process.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employeesEqual Opportunity Employer including disabled and veterans.