Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: On-Site Construction Safety Lead

Job Description

The On-Site Construction Safety Lead oversees daily environmental health and safety compliance for active commercial and industrial construction and electrical field operations. This key site leadership role serves as the primary safety point of contact with the project General Contractor while managing safety operations for a dedicated team of approximately 40 trade workers. The position offers a clear career progression path toward full Safety Manager responsibilities and provides the opportunity to directly influence safety performance and culture on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site inspections, safety audits, and detailed job hazard analyses (JHA) to identify and mitigate risks across all active work areas.
• Enforce OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E standards, and site-specific General Contractor safety guidelines to ensure consistent compliance with all applicable requirements.
• Lead daily toolbox talks and safety meetings, deliver safety orientations for new personnel, and facilitate ongoing safety training for field teams.
• Investigate site incidents and near-misses, document findings, and recommend corrective and preventive actions to improve overall safety performance.
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers and General Contractor safety representatives to align safety practices with project plans and schedules.
• Represent subcontractor safety interests professionally during General Contractor coordination meetings and site safety reviews.
• Ensure all field personnel are properly equipped with appropriate PPE, tools, and equipment and verify that they are trained and compliant with established safety protocols.
• Support ramp-up and high-activity periods by maintaining strong safety oversight during extended work schedules and overtime shifts.
• Act as a visible safety leader on site by mentoring field personnel, reinforcing safety expectations, and promoting a proactive safety culture.
• Maintain accurate and timely safety documentation, including inspection reports, training records, and compliance tracking for certifications and standards.

Essential Skills

• S1–3 years of experience serving as a Safety Lead or Sr Safety Technician on active commercial or industrial construction or electrical jobsites.
• Proven experience managing safety operations in the field and working directly with trade workers and project leadership.
• Valid OSHA 510 (Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction) certification.
• Strong working knowledge of NFPA 70E standards and electrical safety compliance requirements.
• Active CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) certification through BCSP, or current enrollment and active progress toward CHST certification in an accredited program.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct job hazard analyses (JHA), safety audits, and site inspections in construction and industrial environments.
• Experience leading toolbox talks, safety orientations, and safety training sessions for field personnel.
• Ability to represent subcontractor interests professionally during General Contractor coordination meetings and safety discussions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with Project Managers, General Contractor safety representatives, and field teams.
• Solid understanding of OSHA construction industry regulations and site-specific safety guidelines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• in construction safety management, environmental health and safety, or a related field.
• Experience working on large commercial or industrial construction projects with multiple trades on site.
• Familiarity with safety documentation, incident reporting, and corrective action tracking.
• Ability to mentor and guide field personnel in best safety practices and compliance expectations.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced field environment with changing priorities and schedules.
• Willingness to pursue continued safety certifications and professional development in safety leadership.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a visible site leadership role where you can directly shape safety performance and culture on large commercial and industrial projects. You will gain exposure to complex operations, collaborate closely with project leadership, and receive support toward continued safety certifications and professional development. The role provides a clear, structured path toward expanded Safety Manager responsibilities, along with strong compensation potential supported by consistent overtime opportunities and long-term career growth in construction safety.

Work Environment

This role is based on an active construction project site in the West Valley (Goodyear) area and is fully field-focused. You will work on large commercial and industrial construction and electrical projects, closely integrated with General Contractor teams and multiple trades. The schedule typically ranges from 50 to 60 hours per week, Monday through Saturday, with standard 10-hour workdays, and you must be available to support ramp-up periods that may extend up to 72 hours per week when needed. The environment is fast-paced, physically active, and requires regular presence on the jobsite for inspections, audits, and coordination. You will work around heavy equipment, electrical systems, and ongoing construction activities, using appropriate personal protective equipment and following site safety protocols at all times.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Goodyear, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Goodyear,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

\nCompany Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, For contractors, For subcontractor, Work at office, Shift work

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