Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) - Cincinnati, OH
Sheakley Workforce Staffing
- Cincinnati, OH
- $47.00-49.00 per hour
- Contract
- Full-time
Start Date: 10/3/25
Type: 1099 Contractor
Duration: 3–6 monthsIntroSince 1963, Sheakley has been a trusted leader in safety management across construction, industrial, and high-risk environments. We are hiring a Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) to support the Cincinnati VA Medical Center Electric Deficiencies Project. This role is ideal for safety professionals with federal project experience who can manage safety compliance in complex construction and electrical environments.The SSHO will provide daily onsite oversight, enforce safety standards, conduct inspections, and coordinate safe execution of electrical and general construction activities throughout the facility.Compensation💲 Rate: $47–$49/hour (based on experience)
🚫 Per Diem: Not Provided (local candidates strongly preferred)
💸 Pay Frequency: WeeklySchedule🕒 Hours: 40 hours/week
📅 Schedule: Monday–FridayProject ScopeThis assignment supports construction activities at the VA Medical Center involving electrical upgrades and system replacements, including:Site preparation, demolition, and removal of outdated electrical equipmentInstallation of new electrical systems and wiring in compliance with VA, OSHA, and EM 385-1-1 standardsSafe replacement of MCCs, breakers, fuses, and other electrical equipmentPhasing and temporary power coordination to maintain hospital operations during constructionGeneral construction and electrical safety oversight across all project phasesResponsibilities include:Conducting daily site safety walks, hazard recognition, and safety auditsLeading toolbox talks, orientations, and training sessions for employees and subcontractorsCompleting daily safety reports, incident investigations, and regulatory documentationEnforcing EM 385-1-1, OSHA 1926 Construction standards, and VA project safety requirementsImplementing the Site Safety and Health Plan (SSHP), including Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs)Coordinating with subcontractors to ensure compliance with safety protocols and documentation requirementsQualifications✅ OSHA 30 (Construction, required). OSHA 510 and OSHA 500 preferred
✅ EM 385-1-1 40-hour training and annual 8-hour refresher (if applicable)
✅ Current First Aid/CPR and AED certification
✅ Minimum 5 years of construction safety management experience, with 3+ years as an SSHO on federal, VA, or USACE projects
✅ Strong knowledge of electrical safety, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), MCC replacement, and temporary power phasing
✅ Proven ability to conduct inspections, audits, and root cause incident investigationsPreferred Credentials✅ CHST or CSP designation
✅ Fall Protection Competent Person and Scaffolding Competent Person training
✅ Respiratory Protection and Fit Testing certification
✅ Experience with subcontractor oversight on federal contractsKnowledge BaseStrong working knowledge of EM 385-1-1 and OSHA 1926 Construction standards with emphasis on:Electrical safety and LOTO programsConfined space entry and permit-required proceduresFall protection and scaffolding safetyHazard communication and PPE requirementsSafety documentation, reporting, and compliance on federal contractsEqual OpportunitySheakley is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment for all employees and contractors.