Job Title: Tradesman / Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) L3
Department: Base Operations
Job Summary:
We are looking for a dual-skilled Tradesman / Level 3 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO L3). This is a crucial role for a versatile trades professional who will also be the primary on-site safety and health officer. You will be responsible for both hands-on maintenance and the implementation of a comprehensive safety program, ensuring all work is done efficiently and, most importantly, safely.
Key Responsibilities:
Safety Program Leadership: Implement and maintain the project's Accident Prevention Plan. Conduct daily safety inspections and audits to identify and correct potential hazards.
Trade Skills Application: Perform a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks across multiple trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry, as needed.
Safety Training: Lead daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and other training sessions for all personnel to ensure full compliance with safety protocols.
Compliance & Reporting: Act as the primary point of contact for all site safety matters. Ensure the site is compliant with OSHA standards and all other federal, state, and local safety regulations.
Incident Management: Investigate all accidents, injuries, and near-misses. Document findings, recommend corrective actions, and submit all necessary reports to management.
Record Keeping: Maintain meticulous records of all safety-related activities, including training, inspections, and incident reports.
Desired Qualifications:
Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A degree or certification from a vocational program or technical school in a skilled trade is a significant plus.
Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in a skilled trade, with a proven background in maintenance and repair. At least 3 years of experience in a dedicated safety role is also required.
Technical Skills: Broad knowledge across multiple trades (e.g., electrical, mechanical, structural). Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA 1926 Construction standards and EM 385-1-1 requirements.
Leadership: Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills. You must be able to effectively enforce safety rules while maintaining a collaborative working environment.
Certification: A valid driver's license is required. An OSHA 30-hour Construction or General Industry certification is required, along with proof of an L3-level safety course completion.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
Requires the ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and work in various positions for extended periods.
Must be able to work in diverse conditions, including exposure to loud noise, dust, fumes, and confined spaces.
Disclaimer:
The responsibilities and qualifications outlined above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by those in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and skills required. The company reserves the right to modify job duties or assign additional duties as needed.
Special Qualifications/Requirements:
Must be able to successfully pass, as required, a federal, state, or local government's background investigation.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities:
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
The contractor will not discharge or, in any other manner, discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Job Description Last Updated: 08/08/2025