SAFETY SUPERVISOR

Major Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following Identify conditions that could lead to incidents, accidents and injuries and recommend preventative action. In coordination with field supervisors and management, provide guidance for compliance with company safety policies, region and corporate initiatives and local, state and federal regulations, with a strong emphasis on work zone safety, OSHA and DOT compliance. Monitor and provide training for OSHA and DOT compliance. Assist with field vehicle inspections to identify safety or compliance issues. Review and track accountability documentation to identify trends for incidents and safety violations, and suggest improvements Maintain excellent field presence to strengthen the safety culture and monitor performance Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Construction Safety Experience highly preferred Minimum of 5 years of experience in health and safety programs for construction, a regulatory government agency or similar organization or significant experience with a strong focus on safety, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. BA/BS degree in health and safety programs for construction and traffic control certification preferred Thorough background in work zone safety to safely control high volume traffic through construction sites on freeways, highways and major roadways Solid understanding of OSHA regulations for construction and DOT/FMCSA rules Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record Proficient with operation of personal computer, iPhone, iPad with standard applications; Outlook, word spreadsheets, presentations software, etc. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team Skilled communicator both written and orally Certified training or have strong training and presentation experience in both large and small settings. Benefits Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts 401K with Company Match Profit Sharing 8 Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Safety Incentives Years of Service Recognition How to Apply To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application. Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call 541-693-5900 to speak with a human resources representative. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check. Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us! At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. Below are examples of the many jobs within the military that are transferable to our position. Air Force: Safety Manager Navy: Safety Engineer, Surface Safety Officer, Weapons Safety Officer Marines: Ground Safety Officer, Aviation Safety Officer