Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) - Cincinnati, OH

Job Title : Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

Location : Cincinnati, OH

Start Date : 10 / 3 / 25

Type : 1099 Contractor

Duration : 3–6 months

Intro

Since 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 : Weekly

Schedule

🕒 Hours : 40 hours / week

📅 Schedule : Monday–Friday

Project Scope

This assignment supports construction activities at the VA Medical Center involving electrical upgrades and system replacements, including :

Site preparation, demolition, and removal of outdated electrical equipment

Installation of new electrical systems and wiring in compliance with VA, OSHA, and EM 385-1-1 standards

Safe replacement of MCCs, breakers, fuses, and other electrical equipment

Phasing and temporary power coordination to maintain hospital operations during construction

General construction and electrical safety oversight across all project phases

Responsibilities include :

Conducting daily site safety walks, hazard recognition, and safety audits

Leading toolbox talks, orientations, and training sessions for employees and subcontractors

Completing daily safety reports, incident investigations, and regulatory documentation

Enforcing EM 385-1-1, OSHA 1926 Construction standards, and VA project safety requirements

Implementing 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 requirements

Qualifications

✅ 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 investigations

Preferred 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 contracts

Knowledge Base

Strong working knowledge of EM 385-1-1 and OSHA 1926 Construction standards with emphasis on :

Electrical safety and LOTO programs

Confined space entry and permit-required procedures

Fall protection and scaffolding safety

Hazard communication and PPE requirements

Safety documentation, reporting, and compliance on federal contracts

Equal Opportunity

Sheakley 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.