Safety Coordinator at Merit

Irving, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
HVACIndustries

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of Construction Safety related experience or equivalent combination of education and related safety experience
  • Safety Certification (CHST, CHSO) a plus
  • Must have current OSHA 500 & 510 certification
  • First Aid CPR Certified
  • Bachelor’s degree a plus
  • Moderate PC skills in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Clear Driving Record with current valid license required
  • Excellent initiative, interpersonal communications skills, and a demonstrated ability to influence others
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
  • Ability to write correspondence
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
  • Mental stamina for problem solving and prioritizing multiple tasks

Responsibilities

  • Provide direction for aspects of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS), including regulatory compliance and worker’s compensation
  • Assist, plan, and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT)
  • Perform safety surveys and inspections to assure safe and healthy conditions for workers
  • Prepare written reports of findings and recommendations for corrective or preventive measures where indicated and follow up to ensure measures have been implemented
  • Work with service leaders on safety meetings to discuss EHS issues, support programs and projects, and advise on safety compliance concerns and/or preventative actions
  • Act as a safety consultant/advisor to managers and leaders
  • Facilitate appropriate safety and health training for all employees, as well as accident prevention and investigation training for managers and supervisors
  • Maintain safety files and records
  • Work with supervisors in conducting accident investigations
  • Manage findings from third party audit to corrective action and closure
  • Additional fleet safety administration duties assigned as necessary

Skills

OSHA
DOT
EHS
Safety Inspections
Safety Training
Workers Compensation
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Assessment

Merit

Software solutions for government programs

About Merit

Merits.com offers software solutions for large-scale government programs, focusing on public sector needs such as state service agencies and emergency response teams. Their platform connects systems, manages workflows, and provides analytics, ensuring quick deployment and high security through Snowflake Data Cloud. In emergencies, they assist first responders, while also helping employment agencies connect job-seekers with opportunities and state agencies streamline services. The goal is to enhance the efficiency of government programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and supporting economic growth.

Sunnyvale, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$76.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Government & Public Sector, Enterprise Software, DefenseIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, life, & short-term disability insurance
Parental leave
Flexible work
Unlimited PTO
Paid holidays

Risks

Rising competition in GovTech could threaten Merit's market share.
State contract reliance exposes Merit to political and budgetary changes.
Rapid tech changes require Merit to innovate continuously to stay competitive.

Differentiation

Merit's SwaS model accelerates government program transformation, achieving 95% customer satisfaction.
The platform offers secure, real-time verification for licenses and eligibility status.
Merit combines technology with on-ground support for emergency response and workforce revitalization.

Upsides

Growing demand for digital identity verification boosts Merit's market potential.
Government funding expansion for workforce programs aligns with Merit's solutions.
Increased focus on disaster preparedness enhances demand for Merit's emergency technology.

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