Safety Technician (Grades 4-6) at General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works

Bath, Maine, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Safety Audits, Conflict Resolution, Behavioral Safety, Communication, Training, Fall Protection Systems, Hazard Awareness, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Team Player, Interpersonal Skills, Flexibility, OSHA Regulations, Hazard Analysis, Safety Training

Industry

Shipbuilding

Description

Job Description Working as a Safety Technician involves protecting people by making sure that risks in the workplace are properly controlled. These duties include; Conduct safety audits of ships, ship unit sections, and the physical plant as assigned. Record and Audit results in electronic format on an iPad utilizing the TruQC Program. Identify and correct unsafe workplace conditions and/or individual unsafe acts / behaviors. Demonstrated ability to handle conflict, follow direction and decisions making. Demonstrate knowledge of behavioral safety concepts, participate and guide Safety Action Teams / Committees. Ability to communicate with large groups of employees. Train employees on proper use of fall protection systems, mobile and overhead equipment, and respirator use / fit testing, and hazard awareness training. Perform New Employee Orientation. Communicate EHS policy and procedure effectively with personnel at all levels. Required/Preferred Education/Training Must be at least 18 years of age. Required – High School Diploma or GED. Preferred – Associates or Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety or related discipline. Required/Preferred Experience A degree in an accredited safety program is preferred. Prior work experience and / or BIW experience may be substituted with consideration given to the following: Required – Pertinent work experience must be demonstrated through appropriate knowledge. Required – No fear of heights or confined spaces. Required – Candidate must have strong communication skills, specifically with large groups of employees and with personnel at all levels. Required –Candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, be a team player, and be flexible and able to adjust to changing priorities. Required – Prior experience as a trainer. Required – Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Required – Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. Preferred – Prior experience operating mobile equipment and aerial lift equipment. Preferred – Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations and prior safety experience. Preferred – Prior hazard analysis experience. Preferred – Prior experience in safety training. Preferred - Prior BIW Safety Action Team participation. Preferred - Prior safety experience in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

The Safety Technician is responsible for conducting safety audits and ensuring workplace risks are controlled. They also train employees on safety protocols and communicate EHS policies effectively.