Job Title: Field Safety Professional - Data Center Construction
Location: Amarillo, TX (On-Site)
Industry: Construction About the Company:
Our client is a leading construction firm specializing in large-scale and mission-critical projects, including state-of-the-art data centers. They are committed to delivering quality projects safely, on time, and within budget. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a major data center construction project in a complex, fast-paced environment. Position Overview:
The Field Safety Professional will be an essential member of the on-site safety team, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices throughout the construction of a hyper-scaled data center. The role will involve close interaction with site leadership and cross-functional teams, ensuring that all safety procedures are adhered to and promoting a culture of safety across the job site. This position will be fully on-site near Amarillo, Texas. Key Responsibilities:
Dedicate a minimum of 80% of time to observing and correcting field safety conditions, conducting safety audits, and coaching craft personnel on best safety practices
Actively engage with all employees to promote safe behaviors and improve workplace safety conditions
Cultivate an injury- and accident-free work environment by anticipating, identifying, evaluating, and correcting hazardous conditions
Provide new employee orientation and construction safety training programs; document and maintain training records
Conduct and document safety inspections and report any safety violations or hazardous conditions to the Supervisor for immediate correction
Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, owner specifications, and company safety policies/procedures
Respond to any injury, incident, or near-miss on-site, documenting findings and assisting with incident analysis and follow-up actions
Perform industrial hygiene monitoring and maintain necessary records
Maintain clear and effective communication (verbal, written, and electronic) across all teams and stakeholders
Skills & Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in safety, occupational health, or a related field is preferred
Certifications: OSHA 500 certification for construction, Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred
Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of construction safety-related experience
Technical Skills:
Strong knowledge of construction safety practices
Proficient in field observations, safety interactions, and behavioral interventions
Experience in safety training, including contractor orientations
Familiar with hazard communication programs and the Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
First Aid/CPR/AED certified
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
Other Skills:
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Ability to work effectively in both indoor and outdoor environments, including active construction sites
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, able to communicate effectively in diverse settings
Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations
Self-starter, proactive, and capable of working with minimal supervision
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and on active construction sites
Ability to climb stairs, ladders, scaffolds, and inspect confined or underground spaces
Must be able to lift or manipulate up to 50 pounds and carry or push it 50-100 feet
Must possess close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus in an outdoor construction environment
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, and crawl frequently to examine project work and monitor safety conditions
Flexible work schedule to accommodate extended hours or off-shift work as needed by construction schedules
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary: $77,000 to $88,400 per year DOE
Bonus Package: Available
Per Diem: $160 per day for assignments 50+ miles away
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package
Additional Requirements:
If you are passionate about construction safety and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity on a large-scale data center project!
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