Goodfellow Bros. (GBI) is a large heavy-civil contractor with operations throughout the West Coast & Hawaii. Our company is a fourth-generation, family-owned business, celebrating over 100 years in the industry! We have earned a reputation for professionalism and integrity that reflects our longstanding commitment to the individuals, businesses, and resources of the communities in which we live and work.

GBI has always maintained that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are now seeking to add to our team. We are looking for a Safety Specialist to join our team in Kauai, Hawaii.

Position Summary

The Safety Specialist works under the direction of the Regional Safety Manager in partnership with our project team members to provide technical assistance and support for specific projects to maintain safety regulations, policies, and protocols related to the control of environmental and/or occupational hazards. The engineer will focus on project-specific inspections and needs, while monitoring established policies and procedures for safe practices when employees are faced with occupational hazards. Lastly, this individual will act as a resource to job sites in meeting the Company’s expectations as outlined in the Company Safety & Health Manual.

Essential Functions

• Plans, administers, implements, and coordinates the company’s safety programs to control risks and losses.
• Prepares and conducts safety orientations, trainings, and meetings.
• Responsible for compliance with required training programs and record keeping.
• Coaches’ employees to meet the expectations with regard to the company safety program.
• Assist in the administration and enforcement of the company's substance abuse program (drug & alcohol policy).
• Maintains liaison with outside organizations to assure information exchange and mutual assistance.
• Conducts and documents safety inspections to ensure compliance with the company’s safety & health program.
• Assist project teams in safety management and confirm compliance with our safety requirements.
• Attend pre-construction meetings.
• Attends conferences, seminars, and courses to maintain continued awareness of safety programs.
• Understands and interprets local, state, and federal regulations and statutes relative to environmental safety, employee safety, and workers’ compensation to ensure the company is compliant.
• Assist the region in performing root cause analysis for incidents and accidents.
• Conducts inspections and enforces adherence to laws, regulations, or company policies governing worker health and safety.
• Inspects machinery, equipment, and working conditions at construction sites to ensure compliance with occupational safety and health regulations, other state and federal regulations governing the construction industry, and/or company practices and procedures.
• Assists in rehabilitation of workers after accidents/injuries and makes sure they return to work successfully.
• Participates in incident management and investigation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Competitive Benefits & Total Rewards at Goodfellow Bros.

At Goodfellow Bros., employee well-being is a top priority. Our comprehensive total rewards package is designed to support your physical, mental, and financial health while offering the flexibility to meet the diverse needs of you and your family. Here’s what you can expect:

This position offers a salary range of $73,000 to $91,000 annually.

Additional Compensation

• • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As a partially employee-owned company, GBI offers eligible employees the opportunity to build long-term wealth through shared ownership.
  • 401(k) + Profit Sharing: Immediate eligibility with generous annual employer contributions that go beyond traditional match programs.
  • Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $700 per year for participating in healthy lifestyle activities.
  • Employee Referral Bonuses: Help grow our team and receive bonuses for successful referrals.

Benefits

• • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Low-cost plan options, including Premera HSA (WA, OR, CA), Kaiser HMO (OR, CA, HI), and HMSA (HI). Preventive care is covered at 100%.
  • Paid Time Off: Up to 26 days of vacation, 9 sick days, and 11 paid holidays annually.
  • Parental & Family Leave: One paid bonding week, with additional unpaid leave available.
  • Disability & Life Insurance: Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, plus life insurance coverage up to 1.5x your annual salary.
  • Training & Career Growth: Access to leadership development programs, mentorship, and career advancement support.
  • Perks & Community Programs: Charitable contribution matching, paid volunteer time, and retail discounts.

Required Education, Experience, and Technical Knowledge

• Candidates must have the legal right to work in the US without employer sponsorship.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point are required as they will make your start here with us much smoother.

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health or related field preferred.
• At least 1-3 years of field experience in safety or construction preferred.