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Company Name : AC Transit
Location : Oakland, CA 94612
Position : Safety Representative
Job Description : Summary
.AC Transit is actively recruiting for the position of Safety Representative in the Safety Department. Under general supervision; performs, coordinates, and monitors safety related functions at all District facilities; investigates workplace accidents and occurrences; makes recommendations regarding safety policies and procedures; and conducts safety related training. This is an excellent opportunity to work in Safety at one of the largest bus agencies in California. In addition to working with some of the best in the business, AC Transit also has an outstanding benefits package that includes pension, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending and a 457 savings plan.
Representative Functions
Conducts monthly safety inspections of all District facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with Cal OSHA regulations; documents occurrences of non-compliance; prepares inspection reports; and plans and implements appropriate remedial actions and follow up inspections.
Enforces established policies and procedures related to safety standards and controls, in order to prevent or reduce potential safety hazards, District losses, and Workers Compensation claims.
Investigates accidents and occurrences that involve workplace safety issues to identify causes; and develops remedial action plans and policies to prevent reoccurrence.
Trains employees and supervisors regarding safety related issues such as ergonomics, hazardous communications (HazCom), confined space entry, and the appropriate and proper use of safety equipment.
Attends all safety meetings for each District operating division.
Performs administrative and clerical tasks in support of Safety functions.
May appear at first-level hearings as a key witness for the District.
May act as the Safety Administrator in his/her absence.
Performs related duties as required.
Industrial Hygienist Assignment In addition to the Essential Functions listed above:
Develops and adheres to an annual Industrial Hygiene Monitoring Schedule; identifies associated health and safety issues; communicates findings; and recommends action plans and strategies to address issues.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in one or more fields that include workplace safety; public safety; accident/injury investigation, analysis and reporting; transportation; or a related field.
Experience: Four (4) years in a safety-related capacity requiring adherence to OSHA rules and regulations, and the analysis, investigation, and reconstruction of industrial accidents and injuries. Two (2) years of the above experience must have included the development and presentation of training and orientations related to safety, and accident/injury prevention.
Desirable Qualification:
FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) trained
Transit Safety and Security Program (TSSP) certified
Additional Information
Physical Requirements: Must maintain the physical condition necessary to perform tasks in an office setting and operate computers, keyboards, and other peripheral equipment. (2) Must possess the mobility necessary to travel expeditiously within and between large District facilities.
THIS POSITION IS A UNION POSITION, REPRESENTED BY AFSCME
The Selection Process: The Human Resources department must receive a completed online application by the filling date. If this recruitment is “Continuous,” it may be closed at any time without notice. Applications will be screened for job related qualifications, and those candidates who best meeting the qualifications listed on this Job Announcement will be invited to participate in an examination process that may include written, oral and/or performance segments. Current District employees must have satisfactory attendance and performance records. Finalists will be placed on an Eligibility List. When filling vacancies, the Human Resources Department will refer the top candidates to the hiring department for final screening and recommendation.
Vaccination Requirement for Candidates Seeking Employment: Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District has implemented a requirement that requires all candidates for District employment to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including variants, prior to being employed by the District, subject to limited exceptions. AC Transit adopted this vaccination policy as an emergency public health response to mitigate the negative public health consequences associated with increased incidence and test positivity rates and the prevalence of new virus variants, including increased hospitalizations, intensive care unit admissions, and deaths.
As such, candidates seeking District employment will be required to: (1) be fully vaccinated (two weeks after completion of the entire recommended COVID-19 vaccination series) and (2) submit a copy of their COVID-19 vaccination card prior to their start date, unless a reasonable accommodation request for a medical or religious exemption has been approved.
Benefits: The transit professionals who call AC Transit home represent the rich cultural diversity of the Bay Area. For more than 60 years, we have been an equal opportunity employer honoring religion, ethnic background, national origin, gender, gender expression, genetic information, disabilities, age, and veteran status. We are not only an inclusive employer but also offer a comprehensive benefits package rooted in choice, flexibility, and affordability. Most benefits are effective the first of the month following your hire date. Employees and eligible dependents have access to the following benefits*:
Medical – Choice of two Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs): Kaiser Permanente and Health Net. $10.00 office visit co-pays; $5.00 – $35.00 prescription co-pays.
Dental – MetLife Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) $50 annual deductible per person/$150 per family; $3,000 per person annual maximum; preventative care covered at 100%; basic and major care covered at 90%; $4,000 lifetime maximum orthodontia covered at 50%.
Vision – Vision Service Plan – $10.00 copay; eligible for an exam, lenses, frames or contact lenses every 12 months – based on the last date of service. $200 frame allowance or $120 allowance for contact lenses.
Employer paid Basic Life Insurance
Employee paid Voluntary Term Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Retirement – employees automatically participate in a lifetime defined benefit plan and have the option to contribute to a 457 deferred compensation plan via payroll deductions. All employees hired on or after January 1, 2016 may be in the District’s Tier II pension plan covered by the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). As such, employee may be required to contribute a small portion of annual income towards the cost of the pension.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Health Care, Dependent Care, Parking, Transit
AC Transit contributes up to $50.00/month towards an employee’s FSA Transit costs
Free AC Transit Bus Pass
Federal Credit Union
Vacation and Sick Leave or Personal Time Off
Nine (9) paid holidays; 2 paid floating holidays; 1 paid birthday holiday
Tuition Reimbursement – up to $2500 per fiscal year on approved courses
Wellness ProgramAC Transit benefits are negotiated and subject to change based on collective bargaining agreements.
Pension: All AC Transit employees participate in a lifetime defined benefit pension. All employees hired on or after January 1, 2016, may be in the District’s Tier II pension plan covered by the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). As such, he/she may be required to contribute a small portion of annual income towards the cost of his/hers District pension.
ADA Compliant and Drug Free Workplace: The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you have a need for an accommodation, please call Human Resources at (510) 891-4783.
The Alameda Contra Costa Transit District has established the goal of a 100 percent drug and alcohol-free workplace. Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment and those in safety sensitive positions will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing through their period of employment, including random drug and alcohol testing.
In accordance with federal requirements, all job applicants selected for appointments in a safety sensitive position are subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. A final job applicant will be tested for five prohibited drugs: Cocaine, PCP, Amphetamines, Marijuana and Opiates. During employment, employees holding safety sensitive positions are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing. Additionally, in the event of an absence of more than 90 days from a safety sensitive position, pre-employment drug testing will be performed.
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