What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Safety Technician 03785 NWD position at North Wind Group?
Location: Piketon, Ohio
Title: Junior Safety Technician
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: Yes, As Needed
Clearance: Ability to Obtain
North Wind Dynamics, LLC is an Alaska Native-owned Small Disadvantaged Business, specializing in infrastructure support services and facilities maintenance, base operating services, waste management, radiological services, security control, force protection, environmental services, janitorial services, professional, administrative, and management services.
POSITION PURPOSE:
Responsible for supporting North Wind Dynamics (NWD) safety professionals in various aspects of industrial safety and project management, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies. Supports the Environment Safety & Health (ES&H) program by conducting required ES&H inspections and program audits. Demonstrate a personal commitment to safety and quality.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Conduct and document required ES&H inspections.
• Provide support for industrial and construction safety for NWD activities.
• Maintain technical knowledge of applicable safety and health codes, regulations, standards, and Department of Energy (DOE) directives.
• Maintain and issue fall protection equipment.
• Work with line managers and workers to determine controls for workplace hazards.
• Maintain records in accordance with NWD records management policies.
• Maintain a safe working environment and personal commitment to safety and quality in the performance of all duties.
• Demonstrate awareness and implementation of applicable ES&H requirements while also alerting co-workers of such requirements, as needed.
• Demonstrate ability to get along with co-workers, customers, and visitors.
• Assist in the identification, planning, sharing, and documentation of ES&H hazards associated with NWD subcontractor/vendor work on-site.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Safety Responsibilities
• Keep work area in order and free of hazards.
• Perform work within the controls identified and stop work when an unsafe work condition exists.
• Participate in safety programs and initiatives.
• Reports all injuries.
• Participate in work planning so that hazards are identified and appropriate corrective actions are taken.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
• Associate Degree
• On the job experience demonstrating application of occupational/industrial safety principles
Skills and Abilities:
Language Skills
• Ability to read and interpret standards, regulations, technical references, etc.
• Ability to write routine and non-routine reports and correspondence.
Communication Skills
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Reasoning Ability
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Other Skills/Abilities
• Ability to operate a calculator, telephone, office copier, fax and computer is required.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.
• Ability to apply basic concepts of algebra, geometry, and other mathematical principles.
• Must have basic proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Special Requirements:
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “L” clearance.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is required to sit for part of the day. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and drive.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds or more.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must be capable of wearing standard personal protective equipment (hard hat, gloves, coveralls, safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety shoes) as needed.
• The employee must be able to pass a respirator physical.
• This position requires occasional physical exertion.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
• Works mainly in field environment observing and coaching construction, maintenance and service worker activities.
North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline 1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.
North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.
Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.
