Safety Specialist

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

This position is responsible for assisting the Safety Manager in developing, coordinating and documenting the company safety programs to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries, illnesses and financial losses at regional, company or operational levels.

Minimum Requirements

Preferred Requirements

Duties And/Or Responsibilities

Collects accident information and reviews incident investigations. Manages tracking software, where applicable, for accurate and timely safety data input and management.

Evaluates technical and scientific publications concerned with safety management and participates in activities of related organizations to update knowledge of safety program development. Coordinates communications between shops, sites and safety office. Investigates motor vehicle citations and motor vehicle accidents. Assists with accident scene investigations and clean up. Coordinates safety and training programs as required. Ensure MSHA, OSHA, DOT regulatory compliance.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities