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SITE SAFETY AND HEALTH OFFICER| GANA-A'YOO LIMITED FAMILY OF COMPANIES

Type of Position: Full-Time, Regular

Tier: I

Location: National Capital Region

Schedule: Varies

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports to: General Manager

JOB OVERVIEW

Gana-A'Yoo Limited's Family of companies is seeking a Site Safety and Health Officer for construction projects in the National Capital Region, pending contract award. Potential locations are:

• Fort Belvoir
• Fort Detrick
• Fort George Meade
• Fort Walker
• Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall
• Aberdeen Base
• Arlington National Cemetery

The Site Safety and Health Officer will be responsible for overall management of the safety and occupational health program on assigned projects. The Site Safety and Health Officer shall have the authority to act in all safety matters for assigned projects at all times, to perform safety and occupational health management, surveillance, inspections, and safety enforcement. This position will perform all work in a safe and professional manner.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Conduct daily safety and health inspections and maintain a written log which includes area/operation inspected, date of inspection, identified hazards, recommended corrective actions, estimated and actual dates of corrections.
• Attach safety inspection logs to the Contractors' daily production report.
• Conduct mishap investigations and complete required accident reports.
• Report mishaps and near misses.
• Use and maintain OSHA's Form 300 to log work-related injuries and illnesses occurring on the project site for Prime Contractors and subcontractors, and make available to the Contracting Officer upon request.
• Post and maintain the Form 300A on the site Safety Bulletin Board.
• Maintain applicable safety reference material on the job site.
• Attend the pre-construction conference, pre-work meetings including preparatory meetings, and periodic in-progress meetings.
• Prepare the written site-specific APP, including plans within the APP (COVID-19 monitoring, confined space entry, lift/critical lift, FP&P, HECP, Excavation and Site Demolition).
• Review the APP and AHAs for compliance with EM 385-1-1, and approve, sign, implement and enforce them.
• Establish a Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Deficiency Tracking System that lists and monitors outstanding deficiencies until resolution.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with safety and health requirements.
• Maintain a list of hazardous chemicals on site and their material Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Maintain a weekly list of high hazard activities involving energy, equipment, excavation, entry into confined space, and elevation, and be prepared to discuss details during QC Meetings.
• Provide and keep a record of site safety orientation and indoctrination for Contractor employees, subcontractor employees, and site visitors.

ABOUT YOU

• 5+ years of managing and inspecting construction projects.
• At least 8 hours of documented safety training each year for the last 5 years 
• Current OSHA 30-hour certificate or equivalent within the last 5 years; and competent person status as required.
• First Aid and CPR certified.
• Federal Construction/ DOD Experience Preferred.
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; use reason when dealing with emotional topics.
• Write clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information
• Proficient computer experience including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft project scheduling, RMS 3.0 (USACE contracts) required.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and recommend corrective measures.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work as a team member for both in person and electronic communication.
• Strong working knowledge of project planning and scheduling for construction trades.
• Detailed knowledge of commercial construction practices and Risk Management.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English Language
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and background check.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

At GYL, we empower our employees in their careers. When you work with us, we will encourage you to follow your passions, and we promise to be committed to your safety, well-being, and professional development.

We treat our team members well - because it's the right thing to do, and because it makes good business sense. At YML, you will contribute to our mission, making a difference in the lives of our Alaska Native shareholders community. We work with our clients to develop creative solutions with an emphasis on our respect for our land, culture, language, tradition, and one another.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

LIFTING & CARRYING 

This position is generally active, requiring routine walking, standing, bending and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds. Employee must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. 

MOBILITY

The employees will need to move around the office to attend meetings, access shared resources, and collaborate with team members.  

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY 

The company is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy working environment. All employees are expected to adhere to safety guidelines and report any safety concerns. 

ACCOMMODATIONS

The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. Individuals with specific accommodation needs are encouraged to discuss them with the Human Resources Department. 

ABOUT GANA-A'YOO LIMITED.

As a parent company, Gana-A'Yoo, Limited is an Alaska Native-Owned Village Corporation serving its more than 2,000 Native shareholders and four villages located along the Yukon River. Alaska Native Corporations are the result of the passage of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, which was signed into law in 1971. The act was intended to resolve long-standing issues surrounding aboriginal land claims, to stimulate economic development throughout Alaska, as well as to settle land and financial claims.

As a historically nomadic people who relied on each other, the concept of sharing is essential in Athabascan tradition. For thousands of years small groups would band together to share resources, helping to ensure both the success and survival of the group. In the Koyukon Athabaskan language, Gana-A'Yoo means "friends together," which is reflected in our logomark's firm arm grip and the value we place on building long-term relationships.

This was the underlying sentiment in 1978 when the shareholders of the villages of Galena, Koyukuk, Nulato and Kaltag made the decision to join together as "friends" and merge into one for-profit village corporation. The company has strong social and cultural ties to its villages and is committed to meeting its economic, social, and cultural obligations to its shareholders.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

GYL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religious beliefs, age, disability, U.S veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.