Safety Coordinator

Mortenson • Cedar Rapids, IA

21h

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking a Safety Coordinator who will assist with the implementation and administration of Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety Program on the project site. This role supports ensuring a safe work environment by engaging craft work crews to identify risks, plan hazard‑mitigation strategies, verify the availability of tools and equipment required for safe work execution, and reinforce our proactive culture of care

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum 3 years industry trade experience, 1 year of Mortenson tenure required
• OSHA 30-Hour - Construction Training
• Current valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Assist crew members with completing daily paperwork, including but not limited to, pre-task planning cards (PTPC’s), standard work instructions (SWI’s), dig permits, hot work permits, trench inspections, rigging inspections, operator certifications, and vehicle/equipment inspections
• Complete and document job site safety audits
• Produce and maintain running inventory of PPE and assist with issuing and distributing to work crews
• Audit and assist with management of safety-related provisions including but not limited to spill kits, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, barricades, chemical labeling & SDS, safety signage and more
• Assist with waste disposal coordination and inventory of hazardous chemicals on-site
• Immediately engage front line supervisors and work crews to correct identified hazards. Directly intervene with stop-work authority when appropriate
• Assist with conducting site-specific trainings, including but not limited to, First Day/First Hour orientations and safety trainings as needed
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson company policies to employees and outside parties, including business partners and customers

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED