Safety Manager

Benefits Offering

Founded in 1904, L.K. Comstock & Company LLC is one of the largest specialty electrical contractors for transit rail systems in the United States. With over 100 successful projects for more than 30 transit agencies and work valued at more than $3 billion, we bring a legacy of excellence to every project. As a subsidiary of RailWorks LLC, we maintain a national footprint, with installations across nearly all major U.S. transit systems.

Local #3, IBEW  (These benefits vest after 90 days of employment, with coverage applied retroactively to your start date upon successful completion of the introductory period.) 
As a union shop contractor, L.K. Comstock employees are members of Local Union #3 – IBEW and are eligible for comprehensive union benefits for themselves and immediate family members, including, but not limited to:
•    Local Union #3 Pension (after 5 years)
•    IBEW Pension (after 5 years)
•    NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund)
•    Medical, Dental, and Health Reimbursement coverage
•    Educational and Cultural Fund
•    Deferred salary and annuity fund plans
•    Social Security Payback
•    Paid sick leave, vacation, and bereavement (subject to contract negotiations)

Compensation

$50 - $55 / hour 

Position Summary

Manages and coordinates all aspects of company safety programs, ensuring that safety programs are correctly administered and communicated, and that federal, state and local laws are met. Ensures that project sites and offices provide a safe working environment for employees, customers, and vendors.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

•    Implements and manages safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA rules and regulations
•    Manages the administration of project safety, accident, and hazard communication programs to maintain safe work environments
•    Corrects unsafe employee activities, procedures, and practices
•    Inspects work locations to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards
•    Documents unsafe conditions, safety hazards and health hazards, determines corrective or preventative measures where indicated, and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented
•    Evaluates contractors’ safety programs and policies; recommends changes and manages implementation of changes
•    Conducts investigations of accidents and injuries through employee interviews, equipment inspections and site inspections, carefully reviewing the integrity of personal protective equipment, materials, and job-site specific gear
•    Provides regular worksite safety training for all employees; provides training for hourly labor, foremen, supervisors and local managers in work site safety practices, fire prevention and correct handling techniques for toxins, equipment, and other materials
•    Recommends appropriate disciplinary action when safety policies are violated
•    Manages administration of contractor safety training
•    Manages the company’s Workers’ Compensation program; works closely with the company’s insurance carrier to implement programs to reduce employee lost time
•    Ensures that all required records and reports are complete, accurate and correctly submitted to comply with all internal processes and comply with all local, state, and federal regulations
•    Prepares materials and evidence for company use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations
•    Hires, trains, and manages staff
•    Provides informational signs, posters, barriers, and other materials to warn of potential and actual safety hazards and to prevent access to hazardous conditions
•    Maintains safety files and records
•    Prepares and arranges safety exhibits and material for display at industry conferences and exhibitions.

Required Skills and Qualifications

•    Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety or a related science field
•    A minimum of 2 years of experience in safety positions in the construction industry
•    NYCT Track Safety trained
•    Minimum of 90 days prior NYCT Right of Way experience with flagging and diversions of service.
•    40-hour NYC-Dept. of Buildings Site Safety Manager Course.
•    30-hour OSHA Construction Safety and Health  (29 CFR 1926) Course.
•    Active member of American Society of Safety Professionals
•    Possess and maintain a current NYS DOL Asbestos Inspector License
•    Possess and maintain a current C-3/C-5 Supervisor/Competent Person Training for De-leading of Industrial Structures Certificate
•    Shall receive a minimum of 6 hours of relevant safety training courses on a yearly basis for the duration of the Contract.
•    Knowledge of and experience with OSHA rules, regulations and reporting processes and procedures
•    Ability to exercise good business judgment and common sense when making recommendations and decisions
•    Ability to effectively train and manage staff
•    Ability to multi-task and thrive in an environment where numerous tasks and projects are occurring simultaneously
•    Ability to meet deadlines in short time frames
•    Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to write effective reports
•    Strong interpersonal skills: ability to interact and with all levels of the company at field sites and offices, and effectively deal with vendors, customers, and regulatory agencies
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

•    Works indoors, with some onsite/outdoor work
•    Frequently sits, stands, walks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard
•    When visiting project sites, stands, and walks and may climb, balance, stoop, or crouch while negotiating work areas under construction
•    May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather
•    May be exposed to loud noise.

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position.  There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned. 

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.