Field Safety Representative

Established in 1976, Flare Construction, LLC, a Quanta Services Company, is a full-service contractor providing heavy, civil, industrial, and energy construction services for customers in 12 western states. Our growth and success have been optimized by retention of experienced, long-term employees, prompt responsiveness to customers’ needs, exceptional service and workmanship, and the highest degree of commitment to safety in the work environment.

Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, vacation, life insurance, short/long-term disability insurance and 401k.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify.

Established in 1976, Flare Construction, LLC, a Quanta Services Company, is a full-service contractor providing customers with heavy, civil, industrial, and energy construction services in 12 western states. Our growth and success have been optimized by retaining experienced, long-term employees, prompt responsiveness to customers’ needs, exceptional service and quality, and the highest degree of commitment to safety in the work environment. We offer our team members competitive pay and benefits, rewarding work, growth opportunities, and a constructive and collaborative work environment. Flare continues to experience significant growth. As our national operations expand, we seek motivated individuals to join the team! 

The field safety representative is a support position within the safety department, reporting to the safety manager, and will assist in promoting the safety and health of field employees and maintaining Flare’s programs related to safety, risk management, and worker's compensation. This position requires full-time travel to worksites.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist the safety manager with day-to-day field safety operations on various job-sites as assigned and monitor site operations for unsafe work practices.
• Train and monitor field staff working on project sites, address safety concerns and enforce company safety, DOT/PHMSA, DOT/FMCSA, and risk management policies.
• Inspect job sites for compliance with OSHA, DOT/PHMSA, DOT/FMCSA, and Company/client requirements.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analysis assessments, partnering with project leadership to develop a process to anticipate, identify, evaluate, and correct hazardous conditions and practice.
• Facilitate Company and client safety program(s) and perform weekly safety audits, utilizing Quanta Services’ safety guidelines illustrated in The Capacity Model to teach continuous improvement.
• Perform on-site employee safety orientations and training, and coordinate and contribute to weekly safety meetings for the Company’s field staff.
• Collect, maintain, and track safety documentation from field staff, strongly encourage the use of electronic methods of record keeping, and keep current with the latest applicable technology and techniques.
• Pro-actively assist the safety department with accident prevention, reporting, and the incident investigation process.
• Immediately intervene, execute, and support Stop Work Authority when a safety violation of unmitigated hazardous condition(s) is/are present.
• Manage inventory and distribution of on-site Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and monitor its appropriate use.
• Other duties as assigned by safety manager.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Spanish speaking preferred
• Ability to build professional and amicable relationships with crew members and client project personnel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and training skills.
• Clear understanding of OSHA 1926 standards.
• Understanding of federal and state safety regulations and training requirements.
• Ability to multi-task, manage time, and prioritize projects to meet required deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience with web-based tracking software.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn and implement the use of HCSS construction software to document meetings, job briefings, job hazard analyses, observations, etc.
• Ability to identify safety exposures and develop mitigation practices.
• Ability to identify areas of improvement and take initiative to address them.
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team environment as well as individually.
• Must be willing to travel.
• Must meet company defined, pre-employment alcohol and drug screening.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge of construction safety; a degree in Health and Safety is preferred.
• 2-5 years field construction safety experience, e.g. civil, excavation, trenching, and pipeline preferred.
• First-aid/CPR/AED certification.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification and/or related safety certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in an outdoor field environment during all seasons of the year and able to tolerate extreme temperature variations.
• Activities such as lifting, bending, and climbing.

Benefits:

• 401k Savings Plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• HSA and FSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount Programs
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.