EHSQ Coordinator, Telecommunications

TAK Broadband•Little Rock, AR

23h•$65,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

TAK Broadband is seeking an EHSQ Coordinator to join their team in the Little Rock, AR area. This role supports operations across multiple sites throughout TN and AR, with approximately 50% travel annually. The position promotes a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance, conducting site inspections, and leading safety meetings. This role integrates Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) with Quality Assurance (QA) to drive consistency, improve operational efficiency, reduce risk, and support sustainability initiatives. It partners closely with quality control and production teams to ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and right the first time. The ideal candidate will provide clear guidance, set expectations, and serve as a trusted resource in aligning safety and quality standards across all projects.

Requirements

2+ years broadband, telecommunications, construction, safety, or related experience required
Ability to travel daily (+/- 50% annually), open to a variety of schedules and available as needed in emergency situations
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent customer service, time management, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers
Ability to give feedback; positive and negative when needed
Must possess the capacity to learn, adapt to change, and become proficient quickly
Ability to manage stress, exercise self-control, adhere to company policies, and uphold the mission of the organization
Must provide a valid government-issued photo ID for verification; a driver’s license is required if the role involves driving
Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen)

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership experience a plus
Bilingual a plus (English/Spanish)
Working knowledge of National Electric Code, Occupational Safety and Health ACT (OSHA), and related state and local codes is helpful

Responsibilities

Perform routine inspections and audits, including daily informal site observations and bi-weekly formal documented reviews
Lead root cause analyses (RCA) for all incidents, ensuring thorough documentation is completed and submitted in accordance with requirements
Recognize and evaluate potential risks associated with underground utilities, aerial operations, warehouse, and transportation-related activities
Assess the likelihood and impact of potential incidents stemming from identified hazards and implement appropriate controls to mitigate or eliminate risks
Participate in daily Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), contributing to clear communication of hazard prevention measures and verifying that all personnel receive site-specific orientation
Develop safety meeting materials and issue alerts based on field observations and site visits
Facilitate or ensure completion of safety meetings in alignment with company standards and expectations
Support the implementation of company policies and training programs, including HSE initiatives, emergency response planning, incident prevention programs, and regulatory compliance efforts
Collaborate effectively with corporate leadership, regional teams, and safety personnel to align safety initiatives with organizational goals and policies
Work closely with management and employees to promote a proactive safety culture focused on hazard recognition and risk reduction
Coordinate care for injured employees by arranging transportation to designated medical providers and ensuring accurate communication with healthcare personnel regarding the worker’s condition
Provide guidance on adherence to applicable health, safety, and environmental laws, regulations, and standards
Verify employees are adequately trained in topics such as PPE, safe work practices, and first aid/CPR training
Complete additional duties including data reporting, PPE management, onboarding support, and monthly equipment inspections
Travel to sites throughout the assigned territory +/- 50% annually
Other duties as assigned