Safety Tech

Vecta Environmental Services•Pasadena, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Vecta Environmental Services, LLC is a leading provider of industrial cleaning, hydro excavation, waste management, and environmental services supporting refineries, petrochemical facilities, manufacturing plants, and industrial operations across the Gulf Coast and surrounding regions. Vecta is committed to delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality industrial services while maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence, environmental responsibility, and workforce safety. Our success is driven by our people, our strong safety culture, and our focus on building long-term partnerships with our customers. At Vecta, we believe in developing our employees, creating growth opportunities, and fostering a culture built on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Position Summary The Field Safety Technician – Hydro Excavation is responsible for supporting safe hydro excavation operations by monitoring job sites, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and assisting field crews with hazard identification and safe work practices. This role plays a critical part in preventing incidents during excavation activities around underground utilities and critical infrastructure.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Knowledge of excavation safety practices
Familiarity with underground utility protection
Strong hazard recognition abilities
Effective communication and field leadership skills
Ability to work in dynamic field environments
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to wear required PPE including respirators when required

Nice To Haves

2+ years experience in industrial safety, environmental services, or related field preferred
Experience with hydro excavation or vacuum truck operations strongly preferred
OSHA 30
TWIC Card
Basic Plus
DISA compliant
First Aid / CPR / AED

Responsibilities

Monitor active job sites to ensure compliance with company safety policies and client safety requirements.
Conduct job site safety inspections and audits.
Ensure proper use of PPE and safety equipment by field personnel.
Identify unsafe conditions and work with supervisors to implement corrective actions.
Monitor hydro excavation operations to ensure safe excavation practices.
Verify compliance with excavation permits, utility clearances, and job safety analyses (JSAs).
Ensure crews follow safe excavation procedures and client safety requirements.
Support safe digging practices around underground utilities.
Verify proper potholing and daylighting procedures.
Ensure compliance with utility protection standards.
Conduct safety audits and job site inspections.
Ensure proper use of PPE and specialized excavation safety equipment.
Monitor equipment operation and crew safety practices.
Identify potential excavation hazards including utilities, unstable ground conditions, and confined work areas.
Assist with incident investigations and corrective action plans.
Conduct or assist with daily safety meetings and toolbox talks.
Provide real-time safety guidance to hydro excavation crews.
Promote a culture of safety awareness across the job site.
Maintain daily safety logs and inspection reports.
Document incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.
Communicate safety concerns to operations leadership.