Safety Coordinator

RailWorks•Town of Montezuma, NY

3d•$70,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Safety is a core value at RailWorks. The Safety Coordinator is the company’s first line for communications and training relating to safety programs and ensures compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations and customer requirements. The role directs the administration of project safety, accident prevention, and hazard communication programs to maintain safe work environments.

Requirements

2 to 4 years of work experience in a heavy labor environment.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to write reports.
Strong computer skills, including significant experience and ability with Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with OSHA reporting.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of the company, field sites, and customers.
Character and unquestionable integrity to represent the company and provide credibility for safety department work, reports, and analyses.
Ability to quickly grasp facts, processes, and procedures in a changing environment.
Proactive, self-starting approach and a sense of urgency.
Ability to meet deadlines under pressure and within short time frames.
Ability to multitask and thrive while numerous tasks and projects are underway.
Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to travel as required.
Physical ability to wear respiratory protection, climb ladders, work in tunnels and at heights, work outdoors in hot and cold conditions, and walk remote jobsites.
Ability to obtain a TWIC card for port access and pass other security screenings as determined by clients.

Nice To Haves

Construction industry experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular worksite surveillance inspections, air sampling tests, and comprehensive safety training for employees.
Document unsafe conditions, safety violations, accidents, and near misses.
Investigate incidents by interviewing employees, inspecting equipment and sites, and reviewing the integrity of personal protective equipment, materials, and job-specific gear.
Determine safety needs, correct unsafe employee activities and practices, and ensure required records and reports are complete, accurate, and properly submitted.
Plan and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, with emphasis on FRA and OSHA requirements and customer requirements.
Train and coach hourly labor, foremen, supervisors, and local managers on worksite safety, fire prevention, and proper handling of toxins, equipment, and other materials.
Inspect jobsites for existing or potential accident and health hazards, determine corrective or preventive measures, and follow up on implementation.
Lead investigations of near misses and incidents and assist with preparing materials and evidence for hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.
Submit incident reports in accordance with regulatory, customer, and corporate requirements, and maintain safety files and records.
Oversee project-related administration of the company’s Workers’ Compensation program.
Provide signs, posters, barriers, and other materials to warn of safety hazards and prevent access to hazardous conditions.
Assist the Regional Safety Director and Corporate Safety Director with the corporate safety management system as requested.