Safety Coordinator

The Berg Group LLC•Canton, MS

1d•$60,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Berg Group is looking for a Traveling Safety Coordinator to join our safety team in Canton, MS! The Berg Group, a specialty contractor based in the upper Midwest for over 50 years, offers integrated solutions in pre-construction services, interior/exterior framing, and finishes. Headquartered in Minnesota, with additional offices in Naples, Nashville, and Austin, the company has been led by dedicated professionals. If you want to learn more, please visit our About page on our Berg website at https://berggroup.us/about Summary The Safety Coordinator will work closely with the Regional Safety Manager and National Safety Director to provide single-site safety supervision to 40-50 field employees. We are seeking a candidate that is passionate about sharing and spreading a safety culture at The Berg Group and looking to grow and advance their career within the safety function.

Requirements

Handle safety equipment including replacements and certifications.
Proficient with Microsoft Suites.
Up to date knowledge of safety equipment, requirements, and state OSHA
Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements/standards
Strong organizational skills
Proven talent to retain a positive brand and relationship with a client while in the field.
OSHA 30

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Safety, industrial/construction hygiene, or Occupational Safety.
Certified first responder
Bi-lingual
Ability to multitask
Ability to work independently
Strong communicator at all levels
Problem-solving and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Work with the field team in managing hazardous working conditions and eliminating unsafe employee activities.
Stay in regular contact with field staff in relation to safety practices, toolbox talks, and reporting procedures.
Build rapport with the field so that communications are regular and consistent.
Assist in new employee orientation, specifically safety program training as well as curriculum development.
Hold field accountable to safety practices; provide spot or safety rewards per Berg’s program to positively reinforce behavior.
Weekly reports to National Safety Director with a summary of all job site visits.
Restocking first aid kits and other first-aid items; eye solution, skin glue, etc.
Documents, investigates, analyzes, and reports all accidents and near misses.
Comfortable interacting with General Contractor and reach out for assistance on situations outside of experience level.
Performs other duties as required.