Job Description

Location:  Las Vegas, Nevada
Title:  Site Safety Health Officer (SSHO)
Schedule (FT/PT):  Regular Full Time
Travel Required:  No
Government Clearance :  Ability to Obtain

Since 2012, Silver Mountain has performed over $52 million in a variety of construction projects ranging from design-build to repair and renovation in a variety of locations. Silver Mountain manages both task order IDIQ contracts as well as competitive bid and sole source projects, including 100% design, design-build, demolition, facilities repair, DOD fuels systems, and new construction. Silver Mountain is a certified 8(a) small disadvantaged business headquartered in Alaska with offices nationwide.

POSITION PURPOSE:
The Site Safety Health Officer (SSHO) will serve on various USACE and USAF task orders/projects under several IDIQ contracts at Nellis/Creech AFB. The SSHO is responsible for safe execution of all work in compliance with all corporate, federal, state, and site safety requirements. The SSHO is required to be on site at all times during construction activities, overseeing and ensuring safe working conditions for all personnel, including subcontractors, and visitors. The SSHO works with program and project staff to develop site-specific Accident Prevention Plans (APPs)/Site Safety and Health Plans (SSHPs).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implements the company's health and safety program.
• Conducts and/or participates in associated training, safety meetings, and inspections.
• Supervises safety of all field activities, in-house and subcontract trades, and coordinates site logistics.
• Implements site safety and emergency plans.
• Observes and assists in compliance with subcontractors.
• Coordinates with subcontractors in timely development of activity hazard analysis (AHA) and control measures for scopes.
• Performs daily safety inspections and reporting of inspections.
• Prepares daily reports, job diaries, narratives, and all other documentation as determined by the company and by the project needs.
• Communicates and supports a proactive culture of Safety.
• Routinely assesses work activities to ensure tasks are performed safely and in accordance with the requirements detailed in the EM-385-1-1, project scopes/specifications, and APP/AHAs.
• Enforces all regulatory, base, and company specific safety rules.
• Ensures equipment and other project resources are inspected, meet APP safety requirements, and adequate to meet the intended function for the project.
• Provides day-to-day technical overview of on-site project activities.
• Authority to stop work for conditions adverse to quality or safety.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other duties as are appropriate and as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED.
• At least five (5) years of experience in the role of a SSHO on DoD construction projects.
• A minimum of five (5) years of continuous safety-related roles in increasing size and complexity. Specifically:
• Five (5) years of continuous construction industry safety experience in supervising/ managing general construction (managing safety programs or processes or conducting hazard analyses and developing controls), OR
• Five (5) years of continuous general industry safety experience in supervising/ managing general industry (managing safety programs or processes or conducting hazard analyses and developing controls).
• A combination of experience and education that demonstrates the required skills, knowledge, and abilities will be considered.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must possess a working knowledge of computer systems such as Adobe Pro (PDF), Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word. 
• Able to communicate both written and verbally in English.
• High level proficiency in written and verbal communication is required.
• Must be a self-starter, well organized, and able to work independently with minimal direction.
• Must have a good understanding of applicable local, state, and federal regulatory requirements for construction.

Special Requirements:

• Valid Driver's License compliant with REAL ID ACT.
• Must be able to pass company pre-employment and Government NCIS background checks and drug screening.
• OSHA 30 certificate or ability to obtain at the time of hire.
• Thorough knowledge of EM 385-1-1.
• CPR – First Aid certification.
• Must be local to Las Vegas, NV or be willing to relocate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. The position will include prolonged periods of sitting in order to perform administrative duties.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The position will require work to be performed indoors and outdoors. The employee will be exposed to various weather conditions. Other hazards include, but are not limited to working near heavy equipment, noise hazards, chemicals, cleaning products, asbestos, lead based paint, contaminated soils, road traffic, etc.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the (Request for Reasonable Accommodation) Request for Reasonable Accommodation (  form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance. 

Job Tags

Full time, For subcontractor, Local area, Relocation,

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