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Site Health & Safety Officer (SHSO)

APTIM

Jackson, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$80,000–$134,000 Per Year
SKILLS
CPR Certification, Calibration, Coaching, Communication Skills, Community Support, Construction, Construction Safety, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Documentation, Driver's License, Earthmoving/Earthworks, Emergency Procedures, Emergency Response, Emergency Services, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Environmental Work, Excavation, First Aid, Government, Hazard Analysis, Hazardous Materials Clean-Up, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Incident Management, Industrial Hygiene, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Material Moving, OSHA, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Public Safety, Record Keeping, Regulations, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Safety Alerts, Safety Compliance, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Sustainability, Time Tracking
LOCATION
Jackson, CA
POSTED
8 days ago
Job Overview


We are seeking an experienced Site Health & Safety Officer (SHSO) to support residential earthmoving and environmental remediation projects in Jackson, California and surrounding communities.


The SHSO will serve as the on-site safety lead, responsible for implementing, enforcing, and continuously improving all health and safety programs associated with residential hazardous material excavation and site restoration activities.


This role requires strong field presence, with the majority of time spent actively monitoring work areas, coaching crews, and ensuring compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and environmental safety regulations. The SHSO will support safe execution of residential yard excavations, contaminated soil removal, transportation, and disposal operations.


Key Responsibilities:


Safety Program Implementation


+ Serve as the primary on-site safety representative for all project activities.

+ Implement and enforce the Site Health and Safety Plan (HASP), Accident Prevention Plan (APP), and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs).

+ Ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, and project-specific safety requirements.

+ Maintain a high-visibility field presence (80--90%) to monitor work activities and correct unsafe behaviors.

+ Ensure proper use of PPE including respiratory protection, Level C (and occasional Level B) requirements.


Hazard Analysis & Work Planning


+ Assist field supervisors in development and review of AHAs and JSAs for excavation, hauling, and restoration activities.

+ Participate in and monitor daily pre-task safety briefings.

+ Conduct routine site walk-downs, inspections, and hazard assessments.

+ Identify and mitigate risks associated with:


+ Excavation and trenching

+ Heavy equipment operations

+ Truck hauling and site access

+ Residential interface and public safety


Environmental & Hazardous Work Oversight


+ Ensure safe execution of contaminated soil excavation and handling operations.

+ Oversee compliance with hazardous material transportation and disposal requirements.

+ Monitor and support:


+ Air monitoring and dust control

+ Soil handling and stockpile management

+ Decontamination procedures


+ Coordinate with environmental teams and regulators as needed.


Industrial Hygiene & Monitoring


+ Conduct or oversee:


+ Air monitoring (particulate, VOCs as applicable)

+ Noise monitoring

+ Confined space monitoring (if required)


+ Interpret monitoring results and implement corrective actions.

+ Maintain calibration and proper use of monitoring equipment.


Safety Training & Communication


+ Conduct site safety orientations for all new personnel.

+ Lead daily toolbox talks and weekly safety meetings.

+ Promote a strong safety culture and behavioral-based safety practices.

+ Communicate lessons learned and safety alerts across crews.


Incident Management & Reporting


+ Lead and document incident investigations, near misses, and safety observations.

+ Maintain accurate records including:


+ OSHA logs

+ Safety reports

+ Training documentation


+ Coordinate injury management and medical response when required.

+ Support continuous improvement through good catch and near-miss reporting programs.


Emergency Response


+ Support and implement site emergency response procedures.

+ Ensure readiness for:


+ Medical emergencies

+ Hazardous material exposure

+ Evacuation scenarios


+ Coordinate with local emergency services when needed.


Basic Qualifications


+ Minimum 5 years of construction safety experience, including:


+ Residential or civil earthmoving projects

+ Environmental or hazardous material work


+ Minimum 1--3 years experience on hazardous waste or remediation sites.

+ Strong knowledge of:


+ OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations

+ Excavation and trenching safety

+ Heavy equipment operations

+ Hazardous material handling and disposal


+ OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification (required)

+ 40-Hour HAZWOPER with current 8-hour refresher (required)

+ Current First Aid/CPR certification

+ Experience with:


+ Air monitoring equipment and interpretation

+ Respiratory protection programs


+ Valid driver's license with clean driving record

+ Strong communication and documentation skills


Preferred Qualifications


+ Experience with residential environmental remediation programs

+ Experience working under EPA, DTSC, or similar regulatory oversight

+ CHST, CSP, or other safety certifications

+ Experience supporting community-facing or residential projects

+ Knowledge of California-specific environmental and safety regulations


Physical Requirements


+ Ability to work 80--90% in the field in active construction environments

+ Standing/walking for extended periods (up to 100% of shift)

+ Lifting up to 50 lbs

+ Ability to:


+ Work in excavations and uneven terrain

+ Wear respiratory protection and PPE

+ Work outdoors in varying weather conditions


Work Environment


This position supports active residential neighborhoods, requiring professionalism, public awareness, and strong communication while maintaining safety compliance during:


+ Yard excavations

+ Soil hauling operations

+ Restoration activities


About APTIM


APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.


What you can expect from APTIM:


+ Work that is worthy of your time and talent

+ Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home

+ Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities

+ A voice in making our company better

+ Investment into your personal and professional development


As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $80,000 - $134,000 Per Year. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.


Employee Benefits


APTIM Federal Services LLC. is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/ .


+ Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.

+ Company paid and optional Life insurance

+ Short-term and long-term disability insurance

+ Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage

+ Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)

+ 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:


+ APTIM 401(k) Guide (https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/getattachment/427b25cf-c3d5-43c1-97af-a3c3f474a136/APTIM-Corp-401(k)-Guide.pdf)

+ APTIM - Helpful Documents


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