PRG Group Residential - Bozeman/Big Sky

Full Description

PRG is a custom home builder located in Big Sky Montana. We specialize in high end custom projects. At PRG, safety is of utmost importance to our entire team. We believe that our people are our most valuable asset, and their safety is our greatest responsibility. We affirm the well-being of our people is fundamental to our success and sustainability, therefore safety is woven into every inch of our process, from pre-construction to turnover. PRG is committed to ensuring that every employee and trade partner has a safe and healthy working environment, we believe no accident is acceptable. We take great pride in building homes to the highest standards with an unmatched commitment to quality and we take even greater pride in doing it safely.

We are currently looking for a Construction Safety & Health Specialist I to join our team. Qualified candidates will exhibit strong ethics and morals. This is a full-time position that reports to the Safety & Health Director. Typical hours of work are Monday through Friday. This position consists of approximately 75 % field work and 25% office work.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Conduct and document jobsite inspections and audits with special emphasis on hazard recognition, at-risk behaviors, and correction of potential third-party safety violations. This necessitates the ability to communicate thoroughly and assist in the implementation of corrections/behaviors while still maintaining adherence to the project schedule and plan compliance.
• Work with managers and supervisors in managing hazardous working conditions and eliminating unsafe employee activities. Investigate and recommend improvements in processes, design, procedures, and operations to minimize potential hazards.
• Review, analyze, and present data collected during jobsite inspections with emphasis on preparation for presentation to Senior Managers and/or Company Ownership.

• Ensure employee understanding of compliance with all company policies and procedures
• Ensure that all sub-contractors and employees comply with jobsite safety rules and regulations
• Conduct JHA’s with employees and sub-contractors.

• Conduct incident and accident investigations
• Prepare and maintain records of incidents, injuries, and near misses.
• Conduct chemical inventories at multiple sites. Assist in maintaining digital SDS.
• Facilitate Safety Committee meetings.
• Provide safety presentations, toolbox talks, or participate in safety stand downs.
• Provide training for a wide variety of topics including OSHA 10hr Classes, new employee safety training, and refresher training.
• Ability to work well with others.

• Ability to enhance the commitment to and enthusiasm for a safe work environment throughout the Company.

• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to lead by example and work safely at all times
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to teach, mentor and lead
• Analytical decision-making
• Maintaining cooperative working relationships at all levels
• Office organization; must be able to prioritize, produce, organize, and maintain data and files in an orderly fashion
• Ability to work in high production environment and respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to pass a Background and Drug screening
• Maintain a valid driver’s license

Education and/or Experience requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health preferred.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) required
• 1-3 years of experience in field safety
• Knowledge of OSHA 1926 regulations and OSH law
• Ability to earn certifications (OSHA 510, OSHA 500, CSP)

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.

• Able to walk on uneven surfaces and steep terrain
• Occasionally ascend/descend step ladders and/or stairs
• Regularly sit and stand for an extended periods
• Regularly kneel, bend, and squat
• Able to visually distinguish colors - red, blue, green, yellow; hear and distinguish auditory signals.
• Able to work in conditions with loud noise; work on/around heavy/moving machinery.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions in mountainous terrain (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet).

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds from floor to waist.

Benefits:

• Competitive wage
• Paid Holidays
• Company vehicle
• Health / Dental insurance
• PTO
• 401k

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all the skills, requirements, and responsibilities associated with this job. It is only intended to serve as a general overview.