Assistant Safety Manager Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary

BEC is seeking a proactive and field-oriented Safety Superintendent to support and oversee safety and compliance programs across our California operations. This role is responsible for implementing and monitoring company safety programs, conducting field safety inspections, supporting project teams, and promoting a culture of safety throughout all levels of the organization.

The Safety Superintendent will work closely with HR, executive leadership, project managers, and union personnel to ensure compliance with Cal/OSHA regulations, customer safety requirements, and industry best practices.

This position provides safety oversight for approximately 100 employees, including 70 union field installers performing commercial construction, low-voltage, and fire alarm system work throughout California.

Essential Responsibilities

Field Safety Leadership

• Conduct routine jobsite safety inspections and audits throughout California.
• Identify unsafe conditions and behaviors and work with field supervision to implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and distribute jobsite inspection reports, communicate identified hazards and corrective actions to appropriate stakeholders, and track corrective actions through completion.
• Prepare and/or assist project teams with Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), Pre-Task Plans (PTPs), and Corrective Action Plans (CAPs).
• Monitor compliance with company safety policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in pre-task planning and safety meetings.
• Support field personnel with hazard recognition and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with customer representatives, general contractors, and subcontractors regarding project safety requirements and corrective actions.
• Travel regularly to project sites throughout California.

Safety Program Administration

• Support the administration and maintenance of the company's Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP).
• Support administration of written safety programs.
• Monitor field implementation of company safety programs and regulatory requirements.

Incident Management

• Investigate accidents, near misses, injuries, and property damage incidents.
• Assist with root-cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Prepare, submit, and maintain incident reports and related documentation for company management and regulatory agencies, when applicable.
• Support OSHA recordkeeping and injury reporting requirements.
• Monitor trends and recommend preventive measures.

Training & Compliance

• Conduct new-hire safety orientations.
• Lead weekly toolbox talks, safety meetings, and ongoing safety training.
• Verify employee compliance with required certifications, licenses, and training.
• Support compliance with:
• • Cal/OSHA
  • OSHA
  • NFPA standards
  • California labor regulations
  • Customer and general contractor safety requirements
  • IBEW jobsite safety expectations
  • Insurance/consultant recommendations

Safety Culture & Leadership

• Promote a positive and proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Build strong working relationships with HR, project teams, and field personnel.
• Encourage employee engagement in hazard identification and reporting.
• Participate in safety committee meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a field safety resource for employees and supervisors.
• Demonstrate a record of professional integrity and sound judgment in safety-related decision-making.
• Exercise independent judgment and authority to address unsafe conditions, stop work when necessary, and escalate safety concerns that may place employees, customers, or the company at risk.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and complete safety records, inspection reports, investigation files, training records, and compliance documentation.
• Track, analyze, and report safety performance metrics.
• Work closely with HR on workers' compensation case management and return-to-work programs.
• Complete contractor safety pre-qualification submissions and safety-related documentation requests.
• Review contract safety requirements and customer-specific safety obligations.
• Assist with insurance audits and related loss-control initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• Current BCSP Safety Trained Supervisor Construction (STSC®) certification.
• Minimum 3 years of construction safety experience.
• Experience working on commercial construction projects.
• Working knowledge of Cal/OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.
• Experience conducting job site safety inspections and incident investigations.
• Ability to effectively communicate and enforce safety requirements with employees, supervisors, customers, and management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).
• Valid California Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel to jobsites throughout California.

Preferred

• Experience in electrical, low-voltage, telecommunications, or fire alarm construction environments.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• CHST, ASP, or other BCSP safety credentials.
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance and badging, if required.
• Experience working in union construction environments.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking on active construction sites.
• Ability to climb ladders and access elevated work areas.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor environments.

Compensation Range: $75,000 – $105,000 annually

Compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, certifications, and demonstrated safety leadership capabilities.              

Benefits:

BEC offers the following Section 125 Cafeteria plans:

• Group Health Insurance
• Vision and Dental Coverage paid by employee

Additional benefits provided by BEC:

• 401K Safe-Harbor Matching
• Paid Accrued Vacation
• Paid Holidays

Professional Development & Continuous Improvement

Following successful completion of the 90-day introductory period, the Safety Superintendent may be eligible to attend up to two (2) industry safety conferences or professional development events annually. Attendees will be expected to present key learnings to management and identify at least one practical safety improvement, program enhancement, training initiative, or best practice for evaluation and potential implementation within the organization.

BEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer competitive wages and benefits. We seek out and employ talented individuals who meet the qualifications for each position. Due to the large number of responses we receive from our postings, only those applications with the required experience and qualifications will be contacted. BEC will not be paying for relocation. Applicants should only apply if they are able to work out of our corporate office in Glendora, CA.

Building Electronic Controls, Inc. is a leading Union Low-Voltage and Life Safety Systems Integrator. We specialize in providing solutions for Fire Alarm, Smoke Control, Fire Fighter Surveillance, ERRCS, and Area of Rescue in the Southern California and Central California areas. We specialize in providing commercial solutions for various industries, including Airports, Amusement, Corrections, Education, Entertainment, Healthcare, Hospitality, Motion Picture Industry, Retail, and Transportation.