Field Safety Specialist
About the Position
We’re seeking a Field Safety Specialist to support large, heavy-civil infrastructure programs, including highways, roads, bridges, transit (both rail and bus), international airports, and water/wastewater projects delivered through both traditional and alternative methods. Your primary focus will be supporting field-based safety oversight activities for a major rail infrastructure program, including conducting safety inspections, audits, risk assessments, and compliance monitoring to help ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with regulatory and contractual requirements. This position works closely with construction teams, contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders to promote a strong safety culture and support safe project delivery.
This is a long-term, full-time, on-site position located in Wasco, CA.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Conduct field audits, inspections, observations, and risk assessments to identify hazards and verify compliance with applicable safety requirements.
Monitor contractor and consultant activities to ensure compliance with OSHA, FRA, Cal/OSHA, and project-specific safety standards.
Perform safety reviews of construction-related activities and provide recommendations for corrective actions and continuous improvement.
Support environmental health and safety programs, including hazardous materials management and respiratory protection programs.
Develop recommendations for programs, procedures, and initiatives that reduce workplace incidents and mitigate operational risks.
Facilitate and participate in safety meetings, project meetings, safety briefings, and field coordination activities.
Document safety findings, observations, corrective actions, and compliance activities through written reports and tracking systems.
Support incident response activities and participate in on-call rotations as required.
Analyze safety trends and performance data to identify opportunities for improvement.
Coordinate with project teams, contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to promote a proactive safety culture.
Support safety training, awareness initiatives, and field safety communications.
Attributes
Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Excellent organizational, prioritization, and multitasking abilities.
Strong analytical thinking, sound judgment, and problem-solving skills.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence safe behaviors and build positive working relationships.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, and accountability.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or Construction Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
5+ years of experience in railroad, transportation operations, or construction/industrial safety.
Strong knowledge of OSHA, FRA, Cal/OSHA, and applicable construction and transportation safety regulations.
Experience conducting field safety inspections, audits, hazard assessments, and compliance reviews.
Experience supporting active construction, transportation, rail, transit, or infrastructure projects.
Knowledge of incident investigation methodologies, hazard mitigation techniques, and safety management practices.
Ability to gather, organize, analyze, and present safety-related information and data.
Experience coordinating with contractors, consultants, project teams, and stakeholders.
Ability to work in active field environments and travel throughout project sites as required.
Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with California Law.
Proficiency with safety management systems, reporting platforms, document management systems, and field reporting tools.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or Construction Management.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification.
Experience supporting transit, freight rail, railroad, or rail infrastructure safety programs.
Experience supporting safety oversight activities on major infrastructure, transportation, transit, or rail construction projects.
Experience supporting hazardous materials, respiratory protection, or environmental health and safety programs.
Knowledge of Safety Management Systems (SMS) principles and practices.
Professional safety certifications such as CHST, OHST, ASP, CSP, or similar credentials.
Experience utilizing safety data analysis, reporting, and dashboard tools.
Compensation Details
Expected Salary: $100k-$160k/year ($48-$77/hour). Luster provides the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might offer for this position based on the successful candidate’s level of experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, certifications, licenses, geographic location, etc. Luster reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on circumstances not related to any status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
Just LOOK at the Benefits We Offer!
Unlimited flexible time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent or elder care)
Long-term disability insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
401(k) plan with guaranteed employer contribution
Formal career planning and development program
$2,500 annually toward professional development
Wellness program with monthly wellness stipend
Company cell phone or cell phone plan reimbursement
Free personalized meal planning and nutrition support with a registered dietitian
Free personal financial planning services
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts
Employee referral bonus
Specific plan details and coverage for each benefit noted above will be provided upon offer. #IN-LNJS