Safety Technician (Grades 7-9)

The pay range for this position ranges from $35.15/hr - $39.03/hr.

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.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Required - High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred - Associate or Bachelor's Degree in occupational health and safety or related discipline.

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 - 2-3 years of previous work experience within a safety related field.
• 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.