Site Safety Specialist

The Ruhlin Company is seeking to hire a Site Safety Specialist. This position will be assigned to a large construction project located in Akron, Ohio.

Position Summary: Assigned so a specific construction site to assist in the implementation of the Company safety program to help ensure a safe, healthy and accident-free work environment.

Position Responsibilities:

• Ensure Company safety policies and procedures are understood by employees and implemented consistently company-wide.
• Conduct frequent comprehensive on-site safety assessments as part of a constant monitoring process.
• Documents all safety violations or unsafe conditions/activities; ensures corrective measures are immediately implemented; follow through to ensure corrections have been made.
• Educates project personnel through on the spot training and Tool Box Safety Talks.
• Completes accident reporting and investigation, as needed; may provide transportation to an injured worker in need of medical attention.
• Administers the Company s Substance Abuse Policy.
• Issue and inventory PPE (personal protective equipment) as needed.
• Provide orientation to all project employees regarding the safety practices required on the project and by the Company.
• Maintain organized safety and jobsite files and records.
• Communicate frequently with Superintendents, Foreman and craft workers regarding their good safety practices as well as those in need of improvement.
• Participate in department and project meetings as needed.
• Perform data entry as needed and other recordkeeping tasks including, but not limited to, filing and paperwork completion.
• Communicate and reinforce the Company vision, values and goals.
• Perform all duties in accordance with the Company s safety policies.
• Performs additional assignments per supervisor s direction.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Excellent organizational skills
• Eager to learn and excel in the field of construction safety and health
• Willing and able to commute to the corporate office for occasional meetings as needed
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Bachelor s Degree in Occupational Safety & Health
• Experience in the field of construction and/or general industry as a Safety and Health professional
• Ability and willingness to work occasional evening and overnight shifts as needed when critical construction operations are being performed.

Reporting to this position: None

About The Ruhlin Company

The Ruhlin Company was founded on a corporate philosophy of partnership. For over 100 years we have created cooperative relationships with our clients by listening closely to their needs and successfully translating their visions into reality. Client satisfaction is the bedrock of our reputation, earned through innovative construction technology, experienced leadership and an unswerving commitment to quality. Today Ruhlin enjoys a national reputation as a construction services leader. From bridges to buildings, client success is built in.

Ruhlin offers an array of comprehensive services from General Contracting and Construction Management to Design-Build. Our diverse team of talented project managers and construction experts offers decades of experience providing successful projects that meet or exceed our clients' expectations.

Our experience includes facilities for education, healthcare, parking decks, historical renovation, industrial, governmental and municipal buildings, energy conservation and alternative energy generation, structural erection, heavy civil projects, bridges, dams, highways and transportation infrastructure.

The Ruhlin Company offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees which includes: Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), 401k match, Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability coverage, paid vacation and sick days.

The Ruhlin Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in Ohio's Drug Free Safety Program