Safety Professionals

UPS Industrial Services combines cutting-edge technology with deep expertise and a relentless focus on solving real-world problems. We take care of each other, never take shortcuts and always follow our standards that put our customers first. To us, it’s not just about being the best; it’s about doing what’s right, and our stellar reputation supports that fact. Headquartered in Deer Park, TX, we offer comprehensive project management, construction, installation, maintenance, and repair services for daily maintenance requirements, turnarounds, and capital projects. Our culture is deeply rooted in our dedication to excellence, and we take pride in being a trusted partner for our clients. Our goal is to continue delivering the highest levels of professionalism and quality, all while remaining at the forefront of the specialty service industry.

JOB SUMMARY:

UPS Industrial is in search of Safety Professionals for an upcoming project in Southwestern Ohio. This is a long term project with per diem and an initial schedule of 5-10’s with an occasional Saturday. New construction experience is required.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as Safety representative on field projects to ensure the project is performed safely and in compliance with company and client policies and legal requirements.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures, through training, conducting audits and on-site project management, being present on the job site to observe work and assist in the safe performance of work, conducting safety meetings, and providing data and reports as requested.
• Maintain relationships with local occupational medical clinics and doctors.
• Manage employee injuries, monitor treatment and return to work, as well as modified duty for recovering employees.
• Enforce company and client safety policies and procedures on the job.
• Ensure records of employee training, qualifications, permits, etc. are in order.
• Participate in safety and housekeeping inspection and audit programs for all active work sites to detect existing or potential injury risks or hazards, determine corrective or preventative measures, and track corrective actions
• Implement behavioral safety systems and specific awareness campaigns to promote increased employee involvement and awareness of safety.
• Develop strong working relationships with Superintendents and Foremen through regular face to face meetings and communications of safety progress.
• Represent the Company as requested in client meetings and other similar activities.
• Conduct investigations of incidents and accidents, consistent with corporate standards, providing all reports and notifications as required or requested.
• Conduct daily safety surveys of company and subcontractor operations to ensure compliance with OSHA, UPS and client safety policies and procedures.
• Identify unsafe acts/conditions and initiate corrective actions with responsible supervision.
• Maintain current knowledge of all applicable OSHA, as well as state, local and governmental safety and health regulations. Coordinate and help facilitate the administration of such requirements of job site.
• Prepare safety bulletins, alerts, and toolbox safety meeting topics as directed.
• Review, attended, and audit craft safety meetings to ensure effectiveness.
• Conduct safety orientations for new hires as needed.
• Inform site safety manager daily, of all serious non-compliance safety discrepancies.
• Notify supervisor in timely manner of project safety program process or unresolved safety problem/issues.
• Provide basic first aid treatment for non-serious injuries and/or illnesses.
• Render emergency medical treatment. (If properly trained), for serious injuries and/or illnesses. Arrange transport of employees with serious injuries/illnesses to local medical facilities.
• Any other tasks as deemed necessary by management

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• This position is a physically mobile position, requiring the ability to navigate within a construction and manufacturing environment, as well as an office environment.
• Must be able to lift, carry and manipulate at least 45 pounds consistently.
• Must be able to drive a vehicle;
• Accurate and clear vision and hearing.
• The position requires the use of a phone and computer, requiring sufficient digital manipulation skills to utilize a computer keyboard, mouse, telephone and numerous tools.
• Sufficient body dexterity to bend, stop, and reach for or otherwise gather tools, construction materials and office materials and equipment on an ongoing basis.
• Ability to remain seated for extended periods of time, as well as stand for extended periods.
• Ability to maintain a clear, understandable speaking voice, capable of communicating vital business information to internal/external contacts.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of two years of safety experience for an industrial process manufacturing company or industrial construction company.
• Experience with new construction projects required.
• A minimum of three years of experience in the energy, chemical, petro-chemical or similar process industry is required. .
• Formal Professional Safety training and certification required (CSST / ASHM)
• OSHA 501, 10 and 30 hours training certification a plus.
• Working knowledge of standard office software, including Microsoft Powerpoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional presence required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills required.

EEO statement

Universal Plant Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.

Tagged as: ASHM, CSST, New Construction, OSHA, safety