Job Description
This position is being re-advertised. Candidates who have previously submitted an application and were referred to the hiring manager are still being considered and do not need to reapply.
The Divisions within Transportation Maintenance are responsible for sidewalk maintenance, curb and gutter maintenance, asphalt maintenance, storm sewer maintenance, right of way mowing, downtown cleaning, resurfacing, bridge maintenance, utility construction and new private development inspections. This position is responsible for the oversight and safety of over 200 employees. This position incudes all safety programs such as training; performing audits; analyzing data; serving as the Transportation lead for the citywide safety committee; serve as the liaison to regulatory agencies. Safety program development, process improvement and oversight. Includes using Grainer safety training software to create training plans, assign training and create training logs for all employees. Development and leading a departmental safety committee to determine training needs. Conduct group safety training and work with Human Resources Department and outside vendors for group training as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Plans, implements and maintains health, safety and/or environmental programs for employees and the public; evaluates program results; recommends and coordinates program improvements.
- Identifies hazardous workplace conditions and practices; conducts surveys and inspections to identify and evaluate occupational health, safety and environmental issues; provides advice concerning applicable regulations; serves as a liaison with regulatory agencies to establish and maintain program compliance.
- Coordinates the implementation of controls to address hazardous issues; reviews accident reports and safety violations; conducts investigations; makes recommendations for corrective actions.
- Assists in the development and coordination of specialized education and training materials; provides safety and environmental training programs and new employee orientation.
- Reviews and recommends equipment and supply purchases considering essential occupational health, safety and environmental requirements; attends design reviews and makes recommendations.
- Compiles, analyzes and interprets data; prepares and maintains reports, correspondence and presentations.
- Attends and/or leads safety committee meetings.
- Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene or directly related field and one year of occupational health experience in area related to assignment.
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.
Licensing/Certifications
- Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
- Do you have a valid North Carolina Class A (CDL) Commercial Driver’s License or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Additional Information
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of program administration and management.
- Principles and methods of qualitative and quantitative research.
- Principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
- Best practices, trends and emerging technologies.
- Standards of workplace safety and health.
- Safety assessment methods.
- Applicable safety inspection procedures and practices.
- Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment).
- Customer service principles.
- Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
- Modern office technology.
Skill In:
- Managing a project or program.
- Researching industry trends, solutions and best practices.
- Gathering data, analyzing findings and applying logic and reason.
- Interpreting, monitoring and reporting financial information and statistics.
- Compiling and sorting data and articulating issues and recommendations.
- Coordinating deadlines and prioritizing competing demands.
- Providing direction to others in order to meet standards.
- Authoring and preparing original reports, documents and presentations.
- Monitoring compliance with safety regulations, standards and program policies.
- Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment).
- Providing customer service.
- Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
- Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
ADA and Other Requirements
Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Heavy Work:
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.
Note:
This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.