Job Description
Direct Hire!
Job Title: Safety Officer (Entry Level ? Bilingual English/Spanish)
Location: Northwest Houston, TX
Salary: $45,000 ? $60,000 (Depending on Experience)
Schedule: Monday ? Friday | 6:30 AM ? 3:30 PM or 7:00 AM ? 4:00 PM
Travel: Less than 20% (Occasional out-of-state or international)
About the Company:
We’re representing a stable, long-standing company in the commercial construction industry, known for its hands-on approach, team culture, and high safety standards. This client works across multiple field-based projects in Texas and beyond, and they’re looking for someone who’s ready to grow into a key safety role that truly makes an impact.
This is a great opportunity for someone early in their safety career who is bilingual (English/Spanish), confident speaking in front of others, and ready to take initiative. If you're looking to build a long-term career in safety, this company is ready to train, support, and invest in you.
What You’ll Do:
You’ll support the development and implementation of a company-wide safety program, build relationships with field and warehouse teams, and deliver engaging safety training. You’ll also gain experience on real job sites and get certified along the way.
Key Responsibilities:
Safety Program Support
Help maintain safety records, reports, and compliance logs (e.g., OSHA 300)
Assist with the development of written safety procedures and protocols
Participate in safety audits and help implement corrective actions
Training & Communication
Conduct weekly safety talks with field crews and warehouse teams
Lead new hire safety orientations and track PPE assignments
Present monthly safety updates to the office team
Translate materials and facilitate communication in both Spanish and English
Field Support & Reporting
Visit job sites and observe safety practices in action
Collaborate with foremen and project managers to identify risks and solutions
Document findings and provide follow-up reports to leadership
Assist with incident investigations and root cause analysis
Qualifications:
Previous safety experience is required?whether in a dedicated safety role or with strong safety responsibilities in a related position
Experience in the construction industry is strongly preferred (commercial or field-based environments ideal)
Bilingual ? fluent in both Spanish and English (required)
Confident public speaker and effective communicator
Able to build trust and communicate with team members at all levels?field, warehouse, and office
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Physically able to walk job sites and climb ladders
Clean driving record and ability to pass a drug screen
Why You’ll Love This Job:
Full-time, direct-hire position with strong mentorship and training
Friendly, team-oriented culture that values people and safety
Room to grow into leadership as you gain experience and certifications
Opportunity to work on active job sites and make a real difference
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Company Description
About Burnett Specialists
Burnett Specialists is a top-ranked, 100% employee-owned recruiting firm with over 50 years of expertise in connecting top talent with exceptional companies. Headquartered in Texas, we specialize in placing professionals in Accounting, IT, HR, Marketing, Engineering, Sales, Legal, Supply Chain, and Administrative roles across major cities, including Houston, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, and El Paso.
With a proven track record of responsiveness, cost savings, and full-spectrum staffing solutions — from temporary and temp-to-hire to payrolling and direct hire placements — we are committed to exceeding expectations and delivering unparalleled results.
As a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE), we take pride in building long-term relationships with our clients and candidates while fostering integrity, professionalism, and community involvement.
Visit us at: www.burnettspecialists.com
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About Burnett Specialists\r\nBurnett Specialists is a top-ranked, 100% employee-owned recruiting firm with over 50 years of expertise in connecting top talent with exceptional companies. Headquartered in Texas, we specialize in placing professionals in Accounting, IT, HR, Marketing, Engineering, Sales, Legal, Supply Chain, and Administrative roles across major cities, including Houston, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, and El Paso.\r\n\r\nWith a proven track record of responsiveness, cost savings, and full-spectrum staffing solutions — from temporary and temp-to-hire to payrolling and direct hire placements — we are committed to exceeding expectations and delivering unparalleled results.\r\n\r\nAs a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE), we take pride in building long-term relationships with our clients and candidates while fostering integrity, professionalism, and community involvement.\r\n\r\nVisit us at: www.burnettspecialists.com\r\nFollow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram for the latest job opportunities and industry insights!