Construction Site Safety Technician - STL

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a Construction Site Safety Technician to add to our Goyette Mechanical Construction Division for a construction project in New Florence, MO. Specifically, we are looking for local candidates with a construction background and/or experience in construction management or mechanical project management.

This is a full-time, non-union hourly position with benefits.

Work locations available:

• New Florence, MO

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• • Reinforce that team members on the project site are in compliance with safety requirements mandated by the owner or general contractor of the current contract in addition to Goyette Mechanical’s Safety Policies and Procedures.
  • Ensure that appropriate safety records are maintained.
  • Responsible for investigating and completing incident investigations to determine the root cause and corrective actions necessary
  • Responsible for timely reporting and tracking of all team member worksite injuries
  • Ensure project safety pre-planning, subcontractor pre-qualification, and pre-construction meetings are completed as required
  • Responsible for conducting job site-specific training
  • Assist will all necessary job site inspections including color coding, fall protection, equipment inspections and job hazard assessments (JHAs)
  • Be onsite to supervise and assist during the performance of any high-risk activities
  • Works closely with the New Florence, MO region personnel, Safety Manager, local Project Managers and Superintendents to implement a safety and education training program in compliance with the Goyette Mechanical.
  • Maintain solid communication with any Regional and Company Safety/Compliance personnel.
  • Other duties and tasks as necessary.

Educations & Experience

• • At minimum 2-3 years of prior Construction Safety experience.
  • Experience with fall arrest/fall restraint in elevated construction work surfaces.
  • Experience with confined space work in construction or adjacent field, such as emergency responses or industrial safety work.
  • Experience working around and in excavation construction sites.
  • Robust experience working and operating as part of a team.
  • Strong verbal & written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, contextually, and comfortably with client, Goyette employees, partners, and management over the phone, in person, and via Microsoft Teams
  • Strong organizational skills are required.
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams required.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize work based on deadlines; excellent time management skills are necessary to succeed in a fast-paced environment.
  • Attention to detail, communication, education, documentation, and accuracy are highly critical in this role.
  • Must be able to foster and support a teamwork environment, placing a high emphasis on excellent customer service and communication.
  • Proven ability to foster a positive and productive safety culture while promoting cooperation and improved morale throughout the division.
  • Minimum OSHA 510 and OSHA 30 certifications
  • CPR/First aid/Blood Borne Pathogens certification
  • Competent Persons Training completion/certification
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to pass applicable standard pre-employment and jobsite-specific background checks.

Preferred Candidate Qualifications:

• • Previous Mission-Critical work experience.
  • Local to the New Florence, MO area (within 60-minute drive)
  • Additional safety certifications, ex. CHST.
  • Demonstrated success working independently as Construction Site Safety with remote leadership.
  • Local candidates highly encouraged to apply.

Working Conditions

• • Principally field work on Construction job sites with some time spent in jobsite trailer for administrative work.
  • Travel to Jobsite location using company vehicle/fuel.
  • Job requires working outside to include in occasional inclement weather.
  • Medium duty: Mostly field duty. Prolonged standing and movement on foot throughout Construction work site. Some uneven terrain.

Compensation and Benefits:

• • Hourly rate is generous and experience-dependent.
  • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off.
  • Health Insurance, optional Dental and Vision insurance.
  • Additional company-provided benefits.
  • 401K Company Match and Profit Sharing.

Employer Summary:

At Goyette Mechanical, we are dedicated to delivering the highest quality in plumbing, heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, electrical, and environmental process systems, ensuring comfort, safety, and value for our customers and communities. Founded in Flint, Michigan in 1928, Goyette Mechanical is a family-owned and operated company with a proud history of quality, caring, and customer service.

Employer Note: Goyette Mechanical is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, age, Veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, height, weight, marital status, or any other protected characteristic or class.