Talascend, LLC
Overview
Talascend is currently seeking a Safety Specialist for a contract opportunity located in Salinas, CA.
We are seeking a qualified Safety Specialist with an active OSHA 510 certification to support a distribution warehouse project focused on conveyor installation. This role will be responsible for implementing and maintaining site safety practices, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards, and promoting a culture of safety among all personnel on-site.
The ideal candidate will have experience in construction safety, particularly in warehouse environments and material handling systems, and will play a key role in hazard identification, risk mitigation, and incident prevention during conveyor installation phases.
Primary Responsibilities
Conduct daily safety inspections and audits of the warehouse and installation activities.
Ensure all work is performed in compliance with OSHA, company, and project-specific safety requirements.
Monitor contractor safety compliance, including PPE use, fall protection, lockout/tagout, and equipment operation.
Lead daily safety meetings and toolbox talks with crews and subcontractors.
Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and ensure effective hazard communication.
Investigate incidents and near-misses; document findings and implement corrective actions.
Maintain site safety documentation, permits, and training records.
Work closely with project managers, supervisors, and subcontractors to maintain a safe work environment.
Identify and address unsafe behaviors and conditions proactively.
Support onboarding safety orientations for all site workers.
Position Requirements
OSHA 510 Certification (Required).
5+ years of safety experience in an industrial, warehouse, or construction environment.
Experience with conveyor installation or material handling systems (Preferred).
Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926 standards.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and make sound safety decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and safety documentation systems.
Working Conditions
Work is primarily conducted in an active construction zone within a warehouse environment.
Must be able to stand, walk, and navigate uneven surfaces for extended periods.
May require occasional evening or weekend hours depending on project needs.
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Drug Screen may be required.
We will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to Federal, State and Local law, including the California FairChance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Talascend is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. To find out more visit California Fair Chance Act.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
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We are seeking a qualified Safety Specialist with an active OSHA 510 certification to support a distribution warehouse project focused on conveyor installation. This role will be responsible for implementing and maintaining site safety practices, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards, and promoting a culture of safety among all personnel on-site.
The ideal candidate will have experience in construction safety, particularly in warehouse environments and material handling systems, and will play a key role in hazard identification, risk mitigation, and incident prevention during conveyor installation phases.
Primary Responsibilities
Conduct daily safety inspections and audits of the warehouse and installation activities.
Ensure all work is performed in compliance with OSHA, company, and project-specific safety requirements.
Monitor contractor safety compliance, including PPE use, fall protection, lockout/tagout, and equipment operation.
Lead daily safety meetings and toolbox talks with crews and subcontractors.
Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and ensure effective hazard communication.
Investigate incidents and near-misses; document findings and implement corrective actions.
Maintain site safety documentation, permits, and training records.
Work closely with project managers, supervisors, and subcontractors to maintain a safe work environment.
Identify and address unsafe behaviors and conditions proactively.
Support onboarding safety orientations for all site workers.
Position Requirements
OSHA 510 Certification (Required).
5+ years of safety experience in an industrial, warehouse, or construction environment.
Experience with conveyor installation or material handling systems (Preferred).
Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926 standards.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and make sound safety decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and safety documentation systems.
Working Conditions
Work is primarily conducted in an active construction zone within a warehouse environment.
Must be able to stand, walk, and navigate uneven surfaces for extended periods.
May require occasional evening or weekend hours depending on project needs.
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Drug Screen may be required.
We will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to Federal, State and Local law, including the California FairChance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Talascend is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. To find out more visit California Fair Chance Act.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
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