Construction Safety Specialist-Princeton, NJ
Deadline: 12/4/24 (All official documents must be completed and returned before the deadline for candidate consideration.)
Projected Start Date: 1/2/25
Period of Performance: 12 Months
One (1) Position Available!
Location: Princeton, NJ (Onsite.)
US Citizenship Required

JOB SUMMARY
The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is a world-class fusion energy research laboratory managed by Princeton University for the U.S. Department of Energy�s Office of Science. PPPL is dedicated to developing the scientific and technological knowledge base for fusion energy. The Laboratory advances the fields of fusion energy and plasma physics research to develop the scientific understanding and key innovations needed to realize fusion as an energy source for the world.

PPPL is operated by Princeton University for the US Department of Energy (DOE). We are seeking a results-driven subcontract Construction Safety Specialist to fulfill a one-year term position with the Environmental, Safety, & Health (ES&H) team for support and assurance on construction and major projects. This position serves as a member of the ES&H, Construction & Project Safety Division team providing field construction oversight and assistance to the Princeton Plasma Innovation Center (PPIC), National Spherical Torus Experiment Upgrade (NSTX-U) Recovery, and other projects being implemented by the Facilities and Site Services team.

The candidate must be able to proactively implement the principles of Integrated Safety Management (ISM), guidance staff and subcontractors on safe work practices and promote PPPL�s zero-injury goal. This role will promote employee-led safe work practices integrated into a program of best practices, standards, guidance, and procedures. This individual is expected to enable and foster a proactive and integrated safety culture that promotes a sense of urgency based on safety observations, assessments, and open feedback to mitigate risk and identify hazards.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, world-renowned research institution and further its work to strengthen our ES&H construction and project safety programs and expertise, develop innovative and efficient solutions to foster line management stewardship of ES&H, and promote a healthy work and safety culture for PPPL.

Collaborate with members of the Construction & Project Safety Team with the proactive and effective implementation of Integrated Safety Management principles and achievement of its zero-injury goal. Serve as a construction safety Subject Matter Expert in assisting the team with the following:

1) observing work in the field and documenting inspections to verify application of required controls identifying changed or changing conditions
2) finding practical, effective solutions for addressing workplace hazards and meeting PPPL requirements
3) coaching and mentoring workers on safe-work practices and requirements.

Default summary of PPPL:
The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory is a world-class fusion energy research laboratory managed by Princeton University for the U.S. Department of Energy�s Office of Science. PPPL is dedicated to developing the scientific and technological knowledge base for fusion energy. The Laboratory advances the fields of fusion energy and plasma physics research to develop the scientific understanding and key innovations needed to realize fusion as an energy source for the world.

DUTIES
Assist managers, supervisors, and workers in fulfilling their roles and responsibilities for safely completing the projects in accordance with PPPL and regulatory requirements.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
� Observe work in the field for changed or changing conditions and verify effective application of controls using pause or stop work when needed
� Assist with the preparation, review, and approval of Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) and review project procedures for identification of hazards and appropriate controls
� Conduct pre-shift work area walk-throughs to verify conditions are safe to proceed
� Assist project staff and supervisors with pre-job/shift meetings to ensure workers are properly briefed as to the hazards and required controls
� As SME, assist in finding effective, safe-work solutions to construction hazards and safety challenges
� Proactively identify and communicate problems at their incipient stage and assist project team with their prompt and effective resolution
� Pause or stop work, if needed
� Perform onsite employee exposure monitoring for a variety of chemical contaminants and noise dosimetry associated with construction projects or facilities activities.
� Review new or revised procedures and processes for the potential introduction of new hazards and safety challenges.
� Assist with project team and PPPL ES&H organization in reporting safety data and information.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
● High school diploma (required),
● Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or equivalent in a related field of study (preferred)
● 12 years + direct experience serving as a safety specialist in the construction or power industries, or Department of Energy research laboratory complex
● 10 years + direct experience serving as a safety specialist in the construction or power industries, or Department of Energy research laboratory complex with degree

Experience/Skills:
● Strong understanding of and experience with OSHA 1910 and 1926 requirements.
● In-depth experience with core physical and chemical hazards such as excavation, confined space, hazardous energy control, elevated work, rigging and material handling, noise, and respiratory hazards.
● Experience with formal work planning and permitting systems preferred.
● Strong written communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with supervisors, co-workers, and front-line workers
● Ability to prepare technical procedures
● Experience working with multi-trade workforces such as steelworkers, carpenters, mechanical technicians/laborers, electricians, plumbers, riggers, etc.
● General understanding of industrial hygiene sampling procedures and principles.
● Proficient in standard office computer applications and construction management software.
● Radiological experience, demolition, and construction background, preferred.

Certificates and Licenses
OSHA 30-hr. certification (mandatory)
Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST) - preferred
Physical Requirements* (if applicable � identify physical requirements that are required for the employee to perform
the job�s core duties.)
● Must be able to perform physically demanding work which includes bending, crawling, and lifting to 50 pounds without medical restrictions
● Work will be performed near static magnetic fields
● Must be capable of climbing ladders and working at heights from scaffolding, platforms, and powered aerial lifts without medical restrictions
● Must be able to wear personal protective equipment to include respiratory protection without medical restrictions
● Ability to stand for long periods of time and walk around the facility (approximately a few miles per day)

Work Hours:
This position is onsite. Regular hours (construction project dependent): 5 am till 2pm, 6 am till 3 pm, or 7 am till 4 pm or 8 am till 5pm; Second shift work and some weekends may be required.

Area Security Access:
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