Safety Associate - Metalworks

<p class=""p1""><strong>Do you believe no challenge is too complex to solve? You&rsquo;ll fit right in at U.S. Engineering. We deliver award-winning mechanical contracting, construction, service, and maintenance solutions with a focus on performance and innovation. Our team of skilled and collaborative professionals drives every project from preconstruction through final testing, always aligned with our clients&rsquo; goals.</strong></p> <p class=""p2"">&nbsp;</p>

Lawrence, KS

U.S. Engineering

<strong>We are five generations of mechanical contracting. That&rsquo;s over 125 years of helping to reduce total cost of ownership for hospitals, data centers, commercial buildings, educational institutions and industrial plants. Our storied expertise combined with disruptive innovation leads to smarter investments and higher-performing facilities for our partners.<br /></strong> https://www.usengineering.com/

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Full Time

$26-28 per hour

Overview: The Metalworks Safety Associate ensures the implementation and continuous improvement of U.S. Engineering Metalworks safety, health, and environmental programs across offices and shop floor.
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Partner with Metalworks leadership to embed safety and health programs into daily operations.</li> <li>Lead proactive safety inspections on shop floor.</li> <li>Assist with incident investigations, reporting, and recommendations for corrective actions.</li> <li>Support the rollout of safety communication.</li> <li>Reinforce safety mentorship culture by encouraging peer-to-peer leadership and recognition of positive safety behavior.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <strong>Education:</strong> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalent.</li> </ul> <br /><strong>Experience:</strong> <ul> <li>2-5 years of related experience in the construction industry is preferred.&nbsp;</li> <li>Safety Background or related field is preferred.</li> <li>Knowledge of federal, state, and local OSHA requirements and safety best practices.</li> </ul> <br /><strong>Knowledge, skills, and abilities:</strong> <ul> <li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills.</li> <li>Ability to identify hazards and implement corrective measures.</li> <li>Collaborative approach to developing and delivering training.</li> <li>Excellent team collaboration and communication skills.</li> <li>Excellent ability to establish and foster effective professional relationships with others, including team members at all levels of the company, vendors, contractors, etc.</li> <li>Time management and organizational skills.</li> <li>Strong problem-solving and conflict management skills.</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with safety or service management systems preferred.</li> <li>Understanding of construction industry practices, processes, and standards and associated safety best practices.</li> </ul> <br /><strong>Physical and/or travel demands:</strong> <ul> <li>Job is performed in a combination of settings, including the production floor, as well as in the office.&nbsp;</li> <li>Physical demands include walking on uneven surfaces, climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, lifting, etc.</li> </ul> <br /><strong>Benefits and Compensation:</strong> <ul> <li>The hourly range for this position has been established at $26-28 per hour and is US Engineering Metalwork&rsquo;s good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of the posting.&nbsp; The compensation offered to the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, specialty and training.</li> </ul>