Safety Training Manager

About the job
Who We Are

Here at Ruby-Collins, it’s important to us that the next generation of workers in the construction industry is excited and well-prepared.

For 50 years, we’ve specialized in Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities, Utilities of all sizes, Sanitary Sewer Systems, Storm Water Systems, Water Systems, Force Mains, Pump Stations, and Tunnels. As a top construction industry leader, we must show others the ropes and help you network with the best of the best.

Ruby-Collins puts employees first, offering competitive pay and work-life balance. We are currently accepting applications for Safety Manager. Our company specializes in the construction of Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities, Infrastructure work (i.e. Gravity Pipe, Force Main, and Storm Water), Pump Stations, Tunnels, and Trenchless Projects. Experience in Municipal Construction (Water/Wastewater Treatment and Utilities).

Safety Manager Roles/Responsibilities:

Implement Construction safety program initiatives and have willingness to provide general safety oversight and strategies towards continuous improvement
Develop and implement safety measurements for tracking, reporting safety performance & audits programs effectiveness.
Assist in developing and safety training as well obtaining buy in with employees and supervisors in acceptance of Company and Site Safety Work Plans.
Develops key relationships with employees and supervisors in field and works well with leaders across several jobsites and locations.
Provide employee orientation procedures, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement
Provide general safety oversight and performance of both administrative and field safety management responsibilities including corrective action items that follow a human performance-based approach, on site UA drug screens, accompanying employees to clinics.
Facilitates pre-bid/post award contract meetings and help establish the loss control performance expectations and pre- job safety plans.
Coordinate and provide trainings to comply with company and OSHA regulations.
Engages in site safety inspections and audits with supervisors and team members.
Communicates and checks in daily with safety team members, attends weekly meetings, and engages both leadership and employees in the field towards best safety practices.
Assist with site coverage across all projects providing site oversight and ensuring responsibilities and company protocols are being followed or exceeded by all employees and employer’s subcontractors.
Enforces preventative measures through site audits, inspections, and risk assessments to ensure employees are adhering to all rules and regulations
Prepare incident reports and report root causes utilizing the 5-why method.
Reviews safety policies and procedures and works to implement them on projects across all hierarchies on the jobsites.
Maintain reports and records
Conduct root cause investigations regarding accidents/injuries
Work with management and HR to help make corrective action recommendations while still preserving key relationships with management team.
Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience:

Bilingual preferred (Spanish/English)

Candidates must possess and keep a valid drivers license.

3-5 years in Environmental Safety and Health Position in the Construction industry

OR- 4 year bachelors degree.

CHST & underground construction experience is preferred.

OSHA 500 Authorized Instruction

Skills & Abilities:

Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization. Skilled in coaching, counseling and training. Computer aptitude, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, & Outlook. Working knowledge with 1926 CFR OSHA regulations as well as letters of interpretation, OSHA Recordkeeping, Workers Compensation/Claims Management, and Incident Investigations.

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 job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to speak clearly so that others can understand him/her, engage in active listening, type on a computer, see details at a close range, and engage in critical thinking.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, stands on uneven ground, climbs stairs and ladders, and works in outdoor work environments including rain, high heat, and freezing temperatures.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet; however there will be periods of exposure to loud noises/equipment.
The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off
• Company 401(k) with Matching Contributions
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Life Insurance (Value Equal to Annual Salary)
Featured benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)