Safety Specialist

Job Details: Job Location: GPRS Silica Location

• Sylvania, OH, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Summary: The Safety Specialist is a hands-on safety professional responsible for supporting the execution, administration, and continuous improvement of GPRS safety programs. This role serves as a resource for field and corporate team members, helping ensure safety requirements, certifications, training, systems, and documentation are effectively managed. The Safety Specialist partners cross-functionally to resolve safety-related needs and uses their safety knowledge to identify gaps and improve processes, training, policies, and resources that support a strong safety culture across GPRS. Job Goals: Improve the consistency and effectiveness of safety programs across the organization. Increase awareness and adoption of safety expectations through practical and relevant communication and training. Identify opportunities to improve safety processes, resources, and programs as GPRS continues to grow. Support improved safety performance and compliance by identifying trends, gaps, and opportunities to reduce preventable incidents.

Job Responsibilities

Safety Operations & Support Manage safety-related requests received through the GPRS safety inbox and provide timely support to internal team members. Collaborate with HR, Prequalification, SQT, and other departments to coordinate and resolve requests that cross functional areas. Serve as a knowledgeable safety resource for routine and non-routine questions from field and corporate team members.

Identify recurring safety questions, issues, or process gaps and recommend practical improvements. Safety Systems & Compliance Proactively manage GPRS safety information and requirements within contractor and customer safety portals, including ISN, Avetta, Comply. Works, and other required systems. Maintain accurate and timely safety documentation within assigned systems.

Track required safety certifications for new and existing Project Managers and Area Managers. Monitor certification status and proactively identify upcoming expirations or gaps requiring action. Coordinate with appropriate leaders and team members to support timely completion of certification requirements. Safety Training & Development Facilitate the safety portion of new hire training classes held at the corporate office.

Manage and facilitate virtual safety training for new team members. Partner with the SQT team to develop and deploy monthly safety training for field team members. Develop practical toolbox talks, training resources, and safety communications that reinforce safe work practices. Update training content based on changing requirements, business needs, and field feedback.

Policies, Programs & Continuous Improvement Partner with the SQT Director to review and update the GPRS Safety Handbook. Support the development and maintenance of safety policies and procedures for field teams. Apply safety knowledge and field feedback to recommend improvements to existing programs and processes. Independently manage assigned safety projects and initiatives through completion.

Identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness, consistency, and scalability of GPRS safety programs. Cross-Functional Partnership Partner with SQT, HR, Prequalification, Operations, and field leadership to support safety-related needs. Communicate safety requirements and expectations clearly to stakeholders. Provide guidance and subject-matter support on assigned safety processes and programs.

Qualifications

3+ years’ experience in workplace safety, construction safety, environmental health and safety, or a related field. Working knowledge of OSHA requirements and general occupational safety practices. Demonstrated ability to independently manage safety programs, processes, training, or compliance-related activities. Experience developing or facilitating safety training and communicating safety requirements to employees.

Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage certifications, documentation, deadlines, and multiple priorities. Ability to identify and resolve non-routine safety or compliance issues using sound judgment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with field leaders, team members, and cross-functional business partners.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn and manage safety-related systems and technology. Preferred Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Construction Management, or a related field. Experience supporting safety programs within construction, utilities, field services, or a related environment.

Experience with contractor and client safety portals such as ISNetworld (ISN), Avetta, or Comply. Works. OSHA 30 or other relevant safety certification. Experience developing safety policies, procedures, toolbox talks, or other safety training materials. We offer full medical, dental, and vision insurance with day-one coverage, 401k with company matching beginning on day one, Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability at no cost to our employees, paid holidays, paid time off, leadership development training programs and additional benefits to support our strong commitment to the development of each team member.

GPRS is an Equal Opportunity employer About GPRS: GPRS is the nation’s largest company dedicated to Intelligently Visualizing the Built World®. Since 2001, we’ve grown from a single GPR unit into a $200M industry leader helping teams across the U.S. plan, build, and manage safer, smarter projects. We deliver critical insight through utility mapping, GPR and concrete scanning, 3D modeling, reality capture, and digital facility records, giving our clients confidence from design through construction and beyond.

Our Purpose: To provide possibility for our team members and customers by intelligently visualizing the built world. Core Values: Integrity, Teamwork, Mutual Respect, Growth Mindedness, Safety