Job Description

Etico is a full-service construction company specializing in concrete, plumbing, drywall, paint, stone, framing, and scaffolding. We take pride in delivering high-quality workmanship while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism across every division.

Our mission is simple — to ensure that every employee and subcontractor returns home safely at the end of each workday. Safety is not just a policy; it’s a promise, and we’re looking for a team member who shares that commitment.

Position Summary

The Field Safety Officer is a hands-on, field-based position responsible for promoting and ensuring safety compliance across all active job sites. This role supports safe driving practices, observes daily operations, provides real-time coaching, and assists with incident response.

The Field Safety Officer maintains a visible, supportive presence in the field—reinforcing safety expectations, building trust with crews, and helping foster Etico’s proactive safety culture. The ideal candidate is bilingual (English/Spanish), confident, calm under pressure, and motivated to help others work safer—not just check boxes.

Key Responsibilities

F ield Safety Oversight

• Conduct daily job site visits to observe safety compliance and identify potential hazards.
• Perform real-time safety observations and provide immediate coaching or correction as needed.
• Confirm that all employees are using required PPE and following safe work practices.
• Support field crews and foremen with job-specific safety questions or clarifications.
• Ensure jobsite hazard and evacuation plans are posted and understood by all crew members.
• Collaborate with supervisors and foremen to enforce Etico’s safety policies and OSHA standards.

Incident Response & Reporting

• Respond promptly to jobsite incidents and assist the Safety Manager with documentation and reporting.
• Participate in investigations to gather facts, identify contributing factors, and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide support to injured employees and assist with follow-up communications.
• Maintain organized and accurate records of inspections, training, and incident reports.

Training & Communication

• Assist with the delivery of field safety training, toolbox talks, and hands-on refreshers.
• Reinforce new hire safety training by visiting new employees in their first weeks.
• Educate crews on weekly toolbox topics and ensure materials are accessible and understood.
• Conduct driver evaluations in the field and ensure compliance with Etico’s Driving Policy.
• Observe and report unsafe driving behaviors.
• Reinforce safe driving expectations with field staff during site visits.
• Provide feedback to the Safety Manager regarding employees who may need retraining.

Culture & Engagement

• Promote safety as a core company value in every field interaction.
• Act as a visible, approachable presence that supports—not polices—our teams.
• Participate in safety huddles, tailgate meetings, and project planning sessions.
• Empower employees to use their Stop Work Authority and voice safety concerns.

Skills & Qualifications

Required:

• Bilingual (Spanish & English)
• Minimum 4 years of construction safety experience
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification
• First Aid and CPR Certified
• Valid driver’s license with a clean, insurable record
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills
• Experience in field safety within construction or a related industry
• Ability to read and interpret safety regulations and procedures

Preferred:

• Forklift Train-the-Trainer Certification
• OSHA 510/500 Certification
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and mobile safety apps
• Experience conducting field audits or inspections

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Walk, stand, bend, kneel, and climb on active job sites.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and occasionally push/pull over 100 lbs.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, and dust.
• Operate vehicles and equipment as needed for inspections or demonstrations.

Other Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must pass a post-offer background check, drug screening, and physical.
• Occasional after-hours calls or site visits may be required.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Ongoing safety and leadership training
• Company vehicle

Key Traits

• Observant and proactive
• Hands-on and field-focused
• Calm under pressure, confident addressing unsafe conditions
• Respectful and relatable to field crews
• Strong communicator with a servant-leadership mindset

Join Our Mission

At Etico, safety is everyone’s responsibility—and yours could make all the difference. If you’re passionate about building safer job sites, mentoring others, and leading by example, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help us protect what matters most: our people.

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