JOB SUMMARY

Pavement Restorations, Inc. (PRI) is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Safety Specialist to support our asphalt paving and restoration operations in East Tennessee (Knoxville). This field-based role will report directly to the Safety Director. The successful candidate will play a key role in fostering a culture of safety through education, support, and collaboration with field teams.
This position is ideal for a safety professional who is committed to building strong relationships, encouraging safe work practices, and partnering with operational teams to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.

What you will need: (minimum qualifications)

• Minimum of two (2) years of safety experience in a construction environment; experience in asphalt paving is preferred
• CHST and OSHA 510 certification strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of occupational health and safety regulations, standards, and best practices
• Proven ability to remain calm and effective under pressure, particularly in response to job site incidents
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to coach and support team members at all levels
• High attention to detail, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outloo

• Assist the Safety Director in the development and refinement of safety protocols and procedures
• Conduct regular inspections of job sites to identify and address potential hazards
• Lead thorough investigations following incidents or near-miss events to determine root causes and evaluate adherence to safety policies
• Implement and promote safety measures across field operations and work zones
• Provide guidance and training to employees on safe work practices and regulatory requirements
• Support the coordination and delivery of safety education programs
• Contribute to the development of safety manuals, field guidelines, and other instructional materials
• Collaborate with supervisors and project teams to ensure safety processes are integrated into daily operations
• Oversee the availability of first aid resources and ensure prompt care is provided in the event of an injury
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Safety Director

What you will need: (minimum qualifications)

• Minimum of two (2) years of safety experience in a construction environment; experience in asphalt paving is preferred
• CHST and OSHA 510 certification strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of occupational health and safety regulations, standards, and best practices
• Proven ability to remain calm and effective under pressure, particularly in response to job site incidents
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to coach and support team members at all levels
• High attention to detail, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

At Pavement Restorations, we don’t just build roads – we build leaders. We provide opportunities for our employees to grow and develop meaningful careers at all levels. In addition, we offer a wide variety of benefits to support our employees’ well-being, including:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance

Pavement Restorations, Inc. is dedicated to the achievement of equality of opportunity for all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected group status under federal, state or local law. PRI is an E-Verify Participant.
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In perso