Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

competitive salary
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Profit sharing
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Professional Development

Job Description

Harder Mechanical Contractors is recognized as one of the nation’s largest and most reputable mechanical contractors, known for its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and on-time project delivery. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, the company operates primarily across 11 western states, maintaining regional offices in Reno, NV; Phoenix, AZ; Concord, CA; and Salt Lake City, UT. With an established reputation for excellence in mechanical contracting, Harder Mechanical serves large and complex construction environments ranging from industrial, semiconductor, advanced manufacturing to large commercial projects. The company prides itself on fostering a culture where safety is deeply integrated into every aspect of project planning, communication, and execution, creating an environment where employees can thrive and projects succeed without compromise. Harder Mechanical offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development through its Harder University training programs, positioning itself as an employer of choice within the construction industry.

As a Project Safety Professional with Harder Mechanical, you will play a vital role in supporting safety standards on an advanced technology project. This is a field-based role that demands close collaboration with project management, field supervision, and craft employees. You will be responsible for identifying hazards, assisting with safe work planning, and reinforcing the company’s strict safety expectations on a large-scale project. The position involves a demanding work schedule of five 10-hour days per week, starting early at 5:00 a.m., with potential weekend work and additional shift coverage as project needs arise. This dynamic role requires a proactive, engaging safety professional who is comfortable working in the field and capable of communicating effectively with diverse teams. While all safety certifications are not mandatory at application, candidates must demonstrate core competencies, a commitment to learning, and the ability to foster a strong safety culture on-site.

The Project Safety Professional will conduct daily tasks such as field observations, job site inspections, and employee coaching to prevent incidents, as well as supporting safety requirements related to fall protection, confined space entry, hazardous energy control, scaffolding, excavation, material handling, and hazard communication. You will be involved in incident investigations, safety orientations, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning activities, ensuring that all safety measures are adhered to and that any corrective actions are implemented promptly. This role is pivotal in maintaining an active construction environment where safety is paramount and continuous improvement is encouraged. With 2+ years of relevant construction safety experience, OSHA 30 Construction Certification, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, candidates will be well-positioned to succeed. Additional certifications and experience in industrial or mechanical settings are beneficial but not required. Harder Mechanical emphasizes a team environment that supports individual growth and offers generous retirement contributions, profit sharing, medical benefits covering 100% of employee premiums, and paid vacation and holidays. This salaried position reflects Harder Mechanical’s dedication to building a workforce committed to safety, quality, and innovation.

Job Requirements

  • strong field presence
  • ability to build positive working relationships with craft employees and supervision and coach others without creating unnecessary conflict
  • good judgment and ability to recognize when to ask questions or escalate concerns
  • strong written and verbal communication skills
  • practical understanding of construction work and risks associated with field activities
  • commitment to learning, improving, and supporting a strong safety culture
  • working knowledge of construction safety practices and OSHA requirements
  • ability to identify hazards and communicate corrective actions professionally
  • comfortable working in an active construction environment
  • ability to support early start times, occasional weekends, and additional shift coverage when needed
  • able to meet essential functions and physical requirements with or without accommodation

Job Qualifications

  • 2+ years of construction safety experience, craft construction experience with safety responsibilities, or a similar field safety role
  • OSHA 30 Construction Certification
  • proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • practical understanding of construction work and associated risks
  • working knowledge of construction safety practices and OSHA requirements
  • strong written and verbal communication skills
  • ability to build positive working relationships with craft employees and supervision
  • commitment to continuous learning and supporting a strong safety culture

Job Duties

  • support incident prevention efforts through field observations, job site inspections, coaching, and employee engagement
  • conduct job walks to identify hazards, unsafe conditions, and opportunities for improvement
  • collaborate with superintendents, foremen, and crews to support safe work planning
  • assist with inspections of job site areas, tools, equipment, materials, and work practices
  • support safety requirements related to fall protection, confined space, hazardous energy control, scaffolding, excavation, material handling, and hazard communication
  • participate in incident investigations and help gather facts, identify contributing factors, and support corrective actions
  • assist with safety orientations, toolbox talks, and site-specific training

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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