SAFETY COORDINATOR (ENTRY-LEVEL) – Heavy Civil Construction

State Utility Contractors•Monroe, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

State Utility Contractors, Inc. is seeking a Safety Coordinator to support and strengthen our company-wide safety program across active job sites. This role is ideal for someone early in their safety career who enjoys working directly with field crews, promoting safe work practices, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and company standards. State Utility Contractors is a top-tier Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build contractor with over 40 years of specialized experience in water and wastewater treatment plant and pipeline construction across NC, SC, and VA. Our projects range from $500,000 to $100 million and include treatment facilities, pump stations, and major pipeline infrastructure.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (technical training or associate degree preferred)
Bilingual in English and Spanish
6 months of experience in safety, health, or environmental roles (construction or industrial experience preferred)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic safety record-keeping systems
Strong observation, communication, and organizational skills
Clean driving record with 5 years of driving experience

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 or 30-hour certification preferred
First Aid, CPR, and AED recommended

Responsibilities

Conduct regular and unannounced jobsite inspections to identify unsafe conditions and behaviors
Assist in developing, implementing, and enforcing OSHA and company safety policies and procedures
Organize and conduct safety training, orientations, and skill assessments
Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, incident investigations, near misses, and training records
Serve as a point of contact between employees and management on safety matters in both English and Spanish
Evaluate equipment and work processes to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards