Job Description
Job Description
100% Company-Paid Medical and Dental Benefits
Free Fiber Internet Service
Comp : $25 to $30 per hour
Work will be primarily performed onsite at our office or remotely by telecommuting from your home office 2 - 4 days per week. Employee will utilize personal phone or internet services to perform telecommuting with reimbursement. Occasional travel to and work from other Race offices or other off-site locations may be required.
Who We Are :
We're more than a fiber internet provider, we're your neighbors, committed to connecting California communities since 20041994. At Race, relationships matter as much as speed. We combine cutting-edge technology with a genuine, people-first approach that makes every interaction feel personal. Our team operates like family : collaborative, supportive, and dedicated to making a real difference. When you join Race, you're not just accepting a job, you're becoming part of a team that values integrity, celebrates wins together and believes that meaningful work happens when great people connect with great purpose.
Position Impact :
The Safety Associate is responsible for identifying and assessing potential risks and hazards in the workplace or any other setting and develops strategies to mitigate them. Your work involves collecting and analyzing data related to incidents, accidents, and injuries, and using this information to identify patterns and trends that may indicate underlying risks.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience :
- Eligibility for US Employment without sponsorship
- Minimum of 18 years of age
- High School Diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
- A valid California driver's license, subject to successful verification through a DMV check, is mandatory
- Minimum of one-year related experience in the Telecommunication industry, and / or equivalent work environments is required
- Fundamental safety and / or compliance professional certification OSHA 10 Certification and OSHA 30 Certification is preferred- if you do not have these certifications, we will provide training and support
- Proven ability to conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations
- Certification in First Aid and CPR preferred, with the ability to perform basic first aid during emergency situations- if you do not have these certifications, we will provide training and support
- The ability to effectively communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension, as necessary for effective job performance and workplace communication
- Proficiency in Spanish Language is desirable
Skills :
Proficient use of MS Office applications including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; teleconferencing applicationsFunctional use of common office equipment, computers, and office softwareEssential Duties and Responsibilities :
Safety Program Support
Assists in monitoring safety programs to reduce frequency of accidents and injuries; assists in minimizing overall workers’ compensation costsSupports the Race Communications Illness and Injury Prevention Program (IIPP) and COVID‐19 Prevention Program (CPP)Emergency Response
Provides emergency medical assistance such as basic first aid to assist individuals in distressCompliance and Policy Enforcement
Communicates and monitors safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA rules and regulationsMonitors fire prevention and response activitiesIncident Investigation and Management
Assists with the investigation of all accidents and injuries, performs root‐cause analysis, recommends and / or proposes corrective actions; Assists in the management of Workers’ Compensation, insurance claims, and legal proceedingsReviews and responds to OSHA / safety‐related inquiriesHazard Identification and Reporting
Identifies potential safety hazards at all facilities; reports hazards and recommendations for eliminating / reducing to managementDocumentation and Reporting
Prepares and maintains required safety reportsAttends company safety meetings and maintains relevant documentationSafety Promotion
Promotes safe and healthy working conditions and establishes constant safe practices by all employeeEquipment Operations and Site Maintenance :
Operates mechanized equipment such as a bucket truck, excavators, and trencherClimbs poles up to 40 feet and operates in bucket trucks with 32’ plus ladders-Aerial ONLYManages deployment and removal of traffic control devices to ensure safety in work areas on streets or roadwaysAdheres to and operates within the weight capacity limits specified by manufacturers for equipment and machinery :Bucket Truck : 350-pound manufacturers maximum load capacityLadders : 300-pound manufacturers maximum load capacityVehicle Maintenance and Travel :
Maintains vehicle / equipment pre-op / post-op to be prepared to perform required dutiesMaintains a clean driving record as defined by the current fleet insurance underwriterSpends a significant portion of the workday traveling in a vehicle visiting various locations and spending time both indoors and outdoors including businesses and / or residents depending on the nature of the jobMay be required to work overtime, after hours, on weekends, for emergencies, or be on-call as needed to ensure work is completedSafety Awareness and Compliance :
Observes hazards and reports any concerns or accidents to a supervisor or safety professional; participates in the investigation process as neededUnderstands, completes, and signs off all pre-job safety planning tools at the start and end of the shift; completes all required safety-related paperworkUnderstands and responds appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (e.g., back-up alarms, smell of smoke, fumes, odors, different colored warning tags, warning sirens)Upholds a secure work environment by adhering to regulations, procedures, and company policies, ensuring safety standards are consistently maintainedOther duties as assigned.
Benefits
Why Join Our Team :
Join a tight-knit crew—no faceless corporation vibes hereGrowth potential : promotions and new challenges are part of our DNACompetitive base salaryComprehensive Benefits Package : 100% company-paid medical and dental insurance (starting the 1st of the month following your start date), PTO (vacation, sick), 11 paid holidays, paid birthdays, 401k matching (4%)Free fiber internet service for all employees living in our service areaA culture built on integrity, mutual respect, and a shared purposeCall to Action :
Let's chat. If you're ready to move forward, click "Apply" below, our team can't wait to meet you.
