Job Description:
The pay range for this position ranges from $35.15/hr - $39.03/hr.
Working as a Safety Technician involves protecting people by making sure that risks in the workplace are properly controlled. These duties include;
- Conduct safety audits of ships, ship unit sections, and the physical plant as assigned.
- Record and Audit results in electronic format on an iPad utilizing the TruQC Program.
- Identify and correct unsafe workplace conditions and/or individual unsafe acts / behaviors.
- Demonstrated ability to handle conflict, follow direction and decisions making.
- Demonstrate knowledge of behavioral safety concepts, participate and guide Safety Action Teams / Committees.
- Ability to communicate with large groups of employees.
- Train employees on proper use of fall protection systems, mobile and overhead equipment, and respirator use / fit testing, and hazard awareness training.
- Perform New Employee Orientation.
- Communicate EHS policy and procedure effectively with personnel at all levels.
Required/Preferred Education/Training:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Required – High School Diploma or GED.
- Preferred – Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in occupational health and safety or related discipline.
Required/Preferred Experience:
A degree in an accredited safety program is preferred. Prior work experience and / or BIW experience may be substituted with consideration given to the following:
- Required – 2-3 years of previous work experience within a safety related field.
- Required – Pertinent work experience must be demonstrated through appropriate knowledge.
- Required – No fear of heights or confined spaces.
- Required – Candidate must have strong communication skills, specifically with large groups of employees and with personnel at all levels.
- Required –Candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, be a team player, and be flexible and able to adjust to changing priorities.
- Required – Prior experience as a trainer.
- Required – Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Required – Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Preferred – Prior experience operating mobile equipment and aerial lift equipment.
- Preferred – Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations and prior safety experience.
- Preferred – Prior hazard analysis experience.
- Preferred – Prior experience in safety training.
- Preferred - Prior BIW Safety Action Team participation.
- Preferred - Prior safety experience in an industrial environment.
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