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Safety Officer

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Location** **:

United States, Amarillo, Texas

1. **Job skills** HSE, Engineering and Project Management

2. **Type** Permanent

**Job id** 166180

**Salary** $ 90000

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Safety Officer

We currently seek a high-caliber Safety Officer for a direct hire basis within our client’s team of experienced professionals.

At **TRS Staffing Solutions** , we connect top talent with leading organizations across the globe. Our client is a family-owned, Amarillo-based company specializing in turnkey civil and energy-focused construction projects. They provide services such as below-grade civil work, pipeline installation, directional boring, and battery energy storage system (BESS) installations. Known for being a self-performing contractor, our client emphasizes safety, quality, and integrity while maintaining tight engineering tolerances.

Job Overview:

The Onsite Safety Officer is responsible for **implementing, enforcing, and monitoring safety and health programs** on active construction sites. This role ensures compliance with **OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and client requirements** , with a strong emphasis on **electrical safety, hazard mitigation, and injury prevention** .

The Safety Officer serves as the **primary safety presence in the field** , providing leadership, oversight, training, and stop-work authority to maintain a safe work environment.

Job Duties:

Safety Oversight & Compliance

Enforce company Safety Management System (SMS) and site-specific safety plans

Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, and client safety standards

Conduct daily site safety inspections and audits

Monitor contractor and subcontractor safety performance

Hazard Identification & Risk Mitigation

Lead Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Pre-Task Plans

Identify unsafe conditions and behaviors

Implement corrective actions and track closure

Verify controls for high-risk activities (electrical work, lifting, confined space, work at heights)

Electrical Safety

Verify electrical safety procedures, including: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

Arc-flash boundaries

Grounding and bonding

Energized work permits (if applicable)

Confirm workers are qualified and authorized for electrical tasks

Training & Communication

Conduct site safety orientations and toolbox talks

Provide coaching and mentoring to field personnel

Verify employee training, certifications, and PPE compliance

Promote a strong safety culture and stop-work authority

Incident Management

Respond to incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions

Lead or assist with incident investigations

Complete incident reports and corrective action plans

Coordinate medical response and emergency procedures

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain site safety records, including: JHAs

Inspections

Training logs

Incident reports

Submit daily, **weekly** , and monthly safety reports

Assist with audits and client safety reviews

Authority

Has full **Stop-Work Authority** when unsafe conditions exist

Authorized to remove personnel from site for safety violations

Authorized to recommend disciplinary action for repeated non-compliance

Education & Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent (required)

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification (required)

Knowledge of electrical construction safety practices

Ability to read and interpret safety plans, procedures, and drawings

Strong communication and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

NCCER Safety Certification

NFPA 70E training

First Aid / CPR / AED certification

Experience on electrical substations, transmission, or industrial projects

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Experience Requirements

Minimum **2–5 years** construction safety experience

Experience in electrical or heavy-industrial environments strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies:

Ability to walk active construction sites for extended periods

Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and access elevated work areas

Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions

Ability to wear required PPE (FR clothing, hard hat, safety boots, etc.)

Performance Metrics

Incident and near-miss trends

Audit and inspection results

Corrective action closure rates

Training compliance

Overall site safety performance

Core Competencies

Safety leadership

Attention to detail

Conflict resolution

Professional judgment

Accountability and integrity

TRS Staffing Solutions are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome you to provide OFCCP data voluntarily here (https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=\_kyGdW3ynEG2ncY4aVtVM-Ae8m-ZY39DmkVklULkcVtUNFFBR1g2Sk1EUExNWFpKVTZHRlNTRldaRC4u)

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.