Field Safety Specialist (HSE Technical Specialist IV)

Wasco, US-CA, United States$108,000 - $201,000

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Fluor is seeking candidates for opportunities within our Program Delivery Support (PDS) team, working alongside the California High-Speed Rail Authority, to provide program delivery and program management services for one of the largest planned infrastructure projects in the U.S.

The system will connect the 500-mile stretch between the Los Angeles region with the San Francisco Bay Area, with up to 24 stations. The first phase of the program is currently under construction in California’s Central Valley.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Railroad Safety and Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Manager, the Field Safety Specialist (FSS) is responsible for enforcing compliance with regulatory and contract requirements while directly observing, monitoring, and inspecting projects and activities conducted on Authority property. The FSS will work closely with the Construction Office to inspect projects, activities, and facilities while administering various safety programs and initiatives. This position will provide guidance and oversight to contractors and consultants and will participate in the sharing of expert knowledge as a vital member of various project teams that may be instituted.

Position Responsibilities

Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) requirements
Perform safety reviews for applicable elements of construction related activities. Provides feedback and makes recommendations for improvements to project safety.
Supports management of environmental health and safety programs as assigned including hazardous materials and respirator protection
Develops recommendations regarding programs and procedures to reduce the frequency, severity, and cost of accidents, occupational illnesses, and eliminate or control potential hazards
Facilitates and/or attends field safety and project meetings
Serves as part of an on-call rotation to respond to incidents and emergency situations, may respond directly to incident site as needed in select situations
Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Job Requirements

Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and eight (8) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to twelve (12) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

Other Job Requirements

Five (5) or more years of directly related experience in railroad, transportation operations, or construction/industrial safety out of total work experience years required
Strong knowledge of US federal, state, local, railroad and construction safety, operations, and maintenance procedures, standards, and practices
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to gather, organize, analyze, and present data to appropriate sources

Preferred Qualifications

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification
Experience with transit, freight, or rail infrastructure safety and security programs
Proficiency with safety management systems, data analysis tools, and reporting platforms

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.

Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

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