Safety Technician

Description:

This role within CBI Construction (“CBI”) supports the Operations Teams in maintaining a safe, compliant, and OSHA-adherent jobsite for CBI’s construction projects. The Safety Technician works on-site to identify hazards, enforce safety protocols, and support crawler crane safety oversight, with particular attention to the requirements of vertical, multi-story construction. This role reports directly to CBI’s Director of Safety.

Duties Include (but are not limited to):

• Conduct daily jobsite safety inspections to identify and correct hazards, unsafe conditions, and unsafe work practices
• Provide dedicated oversight of crawler crane operations, including pre-lift inspections, rigging checks, signal person coordination, and adherence to crane-specific safety protocols
• Monitor subcontractor and trade partner compliance with CBI safety policies, OSHA regulations, and project-specific safety plans
• Conduct and document toolbox talks, safety orientations, and jobsite safety training for CBI employees and trade partners
• Investigate, document, and report near-misses, incidents, and accidents; assist in root-cause analysis and corrective action plans
• Maintain accurate safety records, inspection logs, and compliance documentation using Procore
• Monitor and enforce proper use of PPE, fall protection, scaffolding, and other jobsite safety equipment
• Coordinate with the Director of Safety and on-site Superintendents to address safety concerns and stop-work situations when necessary
• Support pre-task planning and job hazard analyses for high-risk activities
• Maintain familiarity with and help enforce local, state, and federal safety regulations applicable to the project

Requirements:

CBI's Safety Technicians are highly visible on jobsites and represent CBI's commitment to safety. This role demands integrity, sound judgment, and strong communication skills in addition to the following prerequisites:

• Completion of OSHA 500 or 510 Safety Course and a rigging certification, preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in crane safety oversight, along with broader jobsite safety experience, preferred
• Proficiency with Procore
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify hazards proactively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for documentation and jobsite communication
• Ability to interact professionally with trade partners, superintendents, and project leadership
• Ability to read and interpret site plans, safety plans, and project documentation
• Must have First Aid/CPR
• Ability to be on-site daily at the Tampa, FL project location for the duration of the assignment
• Ability to work at heights