Safety Coordinator
About The Position
The Safety Coordinator implements CEC’s safety programs at project sites through daily field walks, regulatory compliance and audit oversight, and project-specific corrective action plans. The role coaches and mentors employees to promote safe behaviors and an overall safety culture. It is designated as safety sensitive. The position involves regular interaction with field personnel and site supervision, supporting operational risk management, job hazard analyses, safety orientations, incident investigations, equipment audits, and subcontractor compliance. Work takes place extensively at construction sites and requires travel by vehicle. Depending on the project schedule, the role may involve day or night shifts, overtime, and weekends.
Requirements
- 1–3 years of construction safety experience; electrical or mechanical safety experience preferred.
- OSHA 30 Construction certification required.
- Understanding of electrical industry construction and general industry consensus standards, such as NFPA, NESC, ASTM, and ANSI.
- CPR/First Aid certification.
- Ability and experience presenting and training others.
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively, including influencing behaviors.
- Proficiency with a computer and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, climbing, walking, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead; occasionally lifting or moving up to 75 pounds; and climbing ladders.
- Good normal or corrected vision and hearing; ability to speak, hear, write, and talk, and to concentrate for extended periods.
- Wear personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, safety glasses, and safety vest, at all times.
Nice To Haves
- A degree or extensive training in an environmental health and safety discipline.
- OSHA 510/511 certification.
- Safety certifications in competency.
- Bilingual ability.
Responsibilities
- Assist and coach Crew Foremen and General Foremen with daily Operational Risk Management (ORM) boards and Job Hazard Analyses; photo-document the completed ORM board daily.
- Submit daily Site Safety Audit reports documenting findings, observed hazards or deficiencies, management’s corrective actions, and supporting attachments and photographs.
- Interact with field personnel and site supervision to address safety observations and provide feedback for resolution.
- Assist with delivering project-specific safety orientations to new employees, as applicable.
- Assist site supervision with incident investigations and root cause analysis.
- Periodically audit power tools and equipment, including scissor lifts, forklifts, fall protection, and laser levelers, to ensure they are maintained in good working order, as applicable.
- Monitor subcontractor compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and project safety requirements.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support efficient processes, project completion, and department operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
