Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

Location: Tomah WI
Compensation: $50.00/hour (W2)
Per Diem: $1000/week
Schedule: MondayThursday Four 10-hour shifts (40 hours/week)
Anticipated Start Date: November 2 2026
Project Duration: Approximately 45 months
Project Type: US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Construction Project

Join the Medcor Safety Team!

Medcor Safety a subsidiary of Medcor is seeking an experienced Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) for a short-term construction project in Tomah Wisconsin.

This opportunity offers competitive hourly compensation a generous weekly per diem and a four-day workweek supporting a project involving the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE).

Were looking for a knowledgeable hands-on construction safety professional who understands federal construction safety requirements takes a proactive approach to identifying hazards and can work effectively with project leadership and field personnel.

If you have a strong background in construction safety and enjoy working on projects where safety is a top priority wed love to hear from you!

What Youll Do

As the Site Safety and Health Officer youll be responsible for supporting and maintaining a safe compliant construction environment throughout the project.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conduct daily job site safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards unsafe conditions and opportunities for improvement.

• Work closely with construction crews supervisors subcontractors and project management to promote safe work practices.

• Support compliance with applicable OSHA regulations USACE safety requirements and project-specific safety standards.

• Implement and maintain site-specific safety programs policies and procedures.

• Lead and participate in toolbox talks safety meetings and project safety orientations.

• Review and maintain employee safety training records and required documentation.

• Document safety observations inspections incidents and corrective actions.

• Assist with incident investigations accident reporting and the development of preventive measures.

• Participate in the development and implementation of Site-Specific Safety Plans.

• Review owner and contractor safety requirements to ensure project compliance.

• Develop positive working relationships with field personnel project leadership and outside agencies.

• Promote a proactive safety culture focused on hazard prevention and continuous improvement.

What Were Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant construction safety experience.

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.

• Current CPR/First Aid certification.

• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification OR a bachelors degree in Safety.

• Strong understanding of OSHA construction standards and workplace safety regulations.

• Experience conducting job site safety inspections hazard assessments and safety audits.

• Ability to communicate effectively with construction crews project management and other stakeholders.

• Strong organizational skills and experience maintaining safety documentation and reports.

• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Word Excel and email.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience serving as a Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO).

• Experience supporting USACE or other federal construction projects.

• Familiarity with USACE EMsafety requirements.

• Experience developing or maintaining Accident Prevention Plans (APPs) and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs).

Physical Requirements

This is an active field-based position requiring regular movement throughout an operating construction site. Candidates must be able to:

• Stand walk bend squat and climb stairs or ladders throughout the workday.

• Navigate uneven terrain and active construction environments.

• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Access elevated work platforms when necessary.

• Occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Perform essential safety inspections and observations with or without reasonable accommodation.

Why Join Medcor Safety

At Medcor Safety we value experienced professionals who take pride in protecting workers and maintaining safe job sites. Youll have the opportunity to contribute your expertise to a federal construction project while working with an established safety services organization.

What This Opportunity Offers:

• $50.00/hour (W2) compensation.

• $1000 weekly per diem.

• MondayThursday schedule with three-day weekends.

• Approximately 40 hours per week.

• Short-term project assignment lasting approximately 45 months.

• Opportunity to gain additional experience supporting a USACE construction project.

• Support from an established safety services organization.

Ready to Join Our Team

If youre an experienced construction safety professional looking for your next opportunity in Tomah WI we encourage you to apply today!

Medcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy age national origin disability genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.