Safety Manager I or II (Solar) - Wanzek Construction
Middleton, TN 38053
About the Job
Location & Travel Details: You’ll get the opportunity to travel across the US, helping our team build renewable projects. This is a traveling position, up to 100% of the time. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in any state throughout the US. You’ll spend 8-12 months on average per project. We offer designated daily per diem in addition to base pay to support and help you cover living expenses. This position is eligible for routine travel home (rotation) from the jobsite. A company vehicle and fuel card will be provided.
Company Overview:
Wanzek Construction, IEA, and White Construction are part of the MasTec Renewables Group. Our companies have been in the renewable energy market from the beginning—and we leverage that experience to deliver more effective energy infrastructure solutions. Our 20+ years of renewable energy construction experience enables us to better understand the nuances and navigate the challenges within this dynamic and heavily regulated industry.
We embrace diverse perspectives not only with our employees but across all levels of our business—from suppliers, to community partners, to our clients. We’ve built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and ways of working into our organization. We collaborate across departments to foster innovation and encourage everyone—from interns to executives—to voice their ideas and leave an impact. We aim to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to be innovative leaders in our industry.
MasTec Renewables group is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group (CE&I) is a $4 billion annual revenue business unit that provides construction services for industrial facilities; building products manufacturers, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants; solar, wind, and thermal energy plants; buildings, and infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage all aspects of the safety program on complex construction projects
- Conduct workplace safety checks to identify safety infractions and initiate Stop Work Authority when necessary
- Give direction and guidance to onsite construction staff on corrective action for safety infractions to eliminate hazards and mitigate future risk
- Provide Safety Leadership creating enthusiasm and participation among management and craft workers, resulting in excellent safety performance
- Participate in the jobsite R4 Safety Committee as required and monitor results for presentation to site management
- Chair or assist in site safety committee meeting and R4 meetings, review R4 documents, and present info to management
- Attend the weekly general safety meeting, weekly supervisor’s safety meeting, and daily Gang box meetings Communicate between the company and client management regarding safety matters
- Input and review incident reports
- Monitor all site safety reports and maintain site bulletin board for postings.
- Track, compile and present leading indicator statistics to the project leadership team
- Maintain jobsite first aid and emergency response supplies
- Administer drug and alcohol testing on site
- Spend 60% of time in the field on job sites
- Identify workplace safety hazards and take all necessary steps to consult and guide site management in corrective action to eliminate or minimize them. Document actions on daily activity report
- Implement the Zero Injury System of safety excellence on the projects
- Understand and implement safety policies and procedures
- Understand all environmental permitting regulations and measures to ensure compliance
- Implement the company environmental program and perform weekly inspections as required
- Understand all environmental permitting regulations and measures to ensure compliance
- Lead site inspections and testing as necessary and compile DFR in timely fashion
- Review safety program documentation, record keeping, document posting, trenching and scaffold permitting and regulatory compliance documentation
- Participate in planning and implementing a Hazard Communication Program in compliance with federal, state, and the company policies, including a hazardous materials list, SDS file, container labeling, employee training, and subcontractor communications
- Present safety emphasis to site employees as identified
- Participate in and assist in emergency responses
- Partner with management in writing, organizing and implementing the job site safety plans
- Work directly with Project Manager and management team to develop, implement and maintain an effective site-specific safety plan
- Work with Safety Department on overall program, project training needs, injury management, citation management, OSHA/MSHA reporting requirements and other applicable matters
- Oversee the company injury management program, set up a working relationship with a local physician, explaining the company philosophy of managing accidents and provide for basic first aid training
- Coordinate and present safety training to support the company and client requirements. Topics may include Planning, Documentation, New Hire Orientation, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, Respiratory, etc.
- Other duties as assigned
Safety Manager I:
- Minimum of 2-3 year of construction safety experience and have demonstrated the ability to provide a high level of safety leadership to both management and craft workers
Safety Manager II:
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred
- CHST or other BCSP certification preferred
- Must obtain CHST within one year of position entry date
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of construction safety management experience and have demonstrated the ability to provide a high level of safety leadership to both management and craft workers
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the company’s Zero Injury principles
- Functional computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Type and write reports with accuracy and appropriate grammar
- Communication and report writing
- Knowledge of MSHA/OSHA regulations and hazard recognition, record keeping and injury management
- CPR/First Aid Instructor certification and training experience
- Work towards Professional certification (CHST, CMSP, etc.) within 6 months starting position
Working Environment:
- Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions
- Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and extreme heat
- Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration
- Noise level in the work environment is usually loud
What's in it for you:
Financial Wellbeing
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
- 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
- Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
Family & Lifestyle
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
- Employee Assistance Program
Planning for the Unexpected
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
- Emergency Travel Assistance Program
- Group legal plan
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.
MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
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