Safety Tech II

Job Description The BAE Systems site in San Diego, CA is hiring for a Safety Technician II for its 2nd Shift. In this position, the Safety Tech II:

• Performs daily inspections of various work areas including sea going vessels, piers, docks and buildings.
• Documents inspections and communicates safety and health findings with subcontractors and customers on a daily basis.
• Ensures compliance with safety / health regulations, company policies and procedures, consensus standards, and customer requirements.
• Identifies and facilitates corrections of potential hazards, hazards and infractions, or ceasing operations until corrected.
• Focuses on areas of concern to include life and safety codes, safe work practices, personal protective equipment usage, walking and working surfaces, hot work, slips, trips, fall protections, fire prevention, housekeeping, confined and enclosed space entry, hazard communication standards and Global Harmonizing System, electrical safety, portable power usage, machine guarding, etc.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Typically requires an Associates in a related discipline (i.e. safety, science, technical), or a high school diploma/GED and two (2) years experience, or the overall equivalent.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with employees, management, customers, subcontractors and regulatory agencies.
• Experience training groups of various sizes.
• Ability to perform evaluation and testing in various environments including but not limited to noise, illumination, atmospheric conditions (confined spaces), and ensuring proper working environments are established and maintained.
• Computer literate in standard Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) and industry specific software.
• Able to populate and maintain department databases, archive, write reports, maintain files, etc.
• Must be capable of working in a variety of physically demanding environments and weather conditions including climbing, bending, crawling, working at heights, inside of enclosed and confined spaces, heat, rain, wind, etc.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to acquire and maintain a government access badge.
• Ability to support on the 2nd Shift, 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
• Able to support overtime as needed to include weekends and holidays.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Preferred but not required:

• Current OSHA Maritime 10 Hour training, 24 Hour and annual 8 hour update for Shipyard Competent Person training.
• Five years experience as a safety technician or inspector.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too. At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We’re laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues.