HSE Specialist

About MCIS

Mission Critical Interior Solutions, Inc. (MCIS) is a veteran- and minority-owned specialty interior contractor focused on data center and mission-critical construction. We self-perform raised access flooring, hot/cold aisle containment, high-density structural ceiling systems, security cages and cabinets, conveyance systems, and commissioning support. Our culture is built on the principle of Mission First, People Always — and nowhere is People Always more important than in how we protect our crews. Transitioning service members and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Location: Greater Dallas–Fort Worth, TX, in person and will be assigned by the HSE Lead and may rotate between campuses as project schedules and staffing needs require. Day, off-shift, night, and weekend coverage may apply.

Position Summary

The HSE Specialist provides hands-on field safety support on assigned data center and mission-critical interior projects. Reporting to the HSE Lead, this role supports the daily execution of the company HSE program across active scopes — raised access flooring, hot/cold aisle containment, high-density structural ceiling systems, security cages and cabinets, conveyance systems, and commissioning support.

The Specialist is a developing safety professional who assists with inspections, observations, documentation, training logistics, and incident response under the direction of the HSE Lead. While the role is supportive in nature, the Specialist holds full authority to stop work where an imminent hazard exists and is expected to grow toward greater field independence over time.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities are grouped by focus area, with regulatory citations where a duty maps directly to a federal standard. This list is representative, not exhaustive; the Specialist performs additional duties as assigned by the HSE Lead.

Field Safety Support

• Daily Presence - Maintain a visible safety presence in assigned work areas, engaging crews and promoting safe behavior throughout the shift. Help implement company SOPs, site-specific safety plans, and project requirements as directed by the Safety Lead.
• Shift Readiness - Assist in verifying that crews have required PPE and that ladders, scaffolds, MEWPs, and tools are inspected before use. Help set up and maintain safety signage, barricades, and hole covers in active work areas.

Regulatory Compliance Support

• Fall Protection - Monitor for fall protection use at or above six feet and report unguarded floor holes, covers, or wall openings for correction.
• Electrical Basics - Watch for GFCI use on temporary 120V circuits and tag out or report damaged or modified cords for removal from service. Help maintain clear access and three-foot clearance around electrical panels and switchgear. 
• Ladders & Scaffolds - Check for proper 4:1 ladder setup, rail extension above landings, full planking, and correct scaffold access, and report deficiencies.
• Dust & Materials - Support Table 1 silica controls (HEPA/wet methods) during cutting and drilling and help keep SDS binders current and accessible.
• Housekeeping - Perform and prompt daily debris removal, clear egress paths, and confirm adequate temporary lighting in work areas.

Inspections & Observations

• Inspections - Assist the Safety Lead with documented daily inspections, recording findings and helping track corrections to closure.
• Observations - Conduct behavior-based safety observations, log good catches, and report at-risk conditions promptly.

Pre-Task Planning & Toolbox Talks

• PTP / JSA - Help crews complete scope-specific Pre-Task Plans or JSAs and confirm hazards and controls are captured before work begins.
• Toolbox Talks - Support and, with coaching, deliver toolbox talks and situational-awareness briefings to crews.

Incident Response Support

• First Aid / Response - Provide initial first aid within training scope, help secure the scene, and notify the Safety Lead immediately of any incident.
• Investigation Support - Assist by gathering photographs, witness information, and facts to support the Safety Lead and Regional Manager during root cause analysis.

Training & Documentation

• Training Logistics - Help coordinate training sessions and orientations and collect controlled sign-in documentation. Assist in verifying worker certifications and flag expired or missing records to the Safety Lead

Coordination & Communication

• Site Support - Support the Safety Lead in coordinating with crews, foremen, and the general contractor’s field safety team as directed.
• Escalation - Communicate hazards, concerns, and observations clearly and promptly through the proper chain of command.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework, associate, or bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, construction management, or a related field a plus.
• Certifications are evaluated against the tiered Certification Matrix in §6.3: Required credentials must be held at hire or obtained within the stated window; Preferred credentials distinguish strong candidates; Development-Track credentials are growth targets, not hiring prerequisites.

Experience

• 0–3 years of construction or safety experience; field construction exposure preferred.
• Data center or mission-critical interior experience a plus but not required.
• Demonstrated reliability, coachability, and strong safety attitude.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic understanding of 29 CFR 1926 fundamentals and a willingness to learn NFPA and consensus standards.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; bilingual (English/Spanish) a strong asset.
• Developing hazard-recognition ability and attention to detail.
• Comfortable with mobile inspection apps, basic Microsoft Office, and accurate documentation.
• Dependable, teachable, and committed to enforcing standards with integrity.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Active construction environment with exposure to noise, dust, temperature extremes, and overhead/elevated work.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs, access elevated platforms and MEWPs, and traverse uneven surfaces throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and to wear required PPE for extended periods.
• Flexibility for off-shift, night, or weekend coverage as project schedules require.

Equal Opportunity Employer. MCIS is a veteran- and minority-owned company and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Veterans and transitioning service members are strongly encouraged to apply.