Safety Coordinator

Irby Construction Company•Richland, MS

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Irby Construction Company, a leader in power industry infrastructure for over 75 years, is seeking a Safety Coordinator. Our company culture is built on safety, people-first principles, innovation, and performance. We offer an inclusive, family-oriented environment with excellent benefits and clear career growth paths. As a subsidiary of Quanta Services (NYSE: PWR), Irby provides the stability and resources of a Fortune 500 organization while maintaining its unique culture. This role is based in South Louisiana.

Requirements

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the Safety and/or Training field.
Minimum of two (2) years of continuous Electric Transmission and/or Substation construction and maintenance experience.
In-depth knowledge of all applicable OSHA codes and standards.
Lifting and handling materials up to 60 pounds unassisted.
Walking and working across uneven terrain.
Climbing on and off large trucks and equipment.
Exposure to hot and cold weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Current certifications or in pursuit of any of the following certifications are preferred: (1) Certified Safety Professional (CSP), (2) Associate Safety Professional (ASP), (3) Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST), or (4) Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP), (5) Board of Certified Safety Professional (BCSP).
May be required to relocate as work requirements demand.
May work in storm restoration operations to rebuild and/or repair damaged power systems.
May attend training classes or seminars to gather knowledge of new processes, safety regulations and/or refresher training.
Works with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

Measures Field Management's work to ensure it is performed safely according to specifications.
Adheres to all Company Safety policies while conducting Company business.
Observes employees at work and documents feedback on safety behavior using company forms and check sheets.
Compiles crew observation forms, vehicle and equipment forms and submits documents to project supervision and the corporate safety department at required intervals.
Ensures inspection of equipment, tools, vehicles, working conditions and procedures for the safety of employees engaged in construction and maintenance of power and telecommunication systems.
Inspects climbing equipment, fall protection equipment, rigging practices, rigging equipment, personal protective equipment, rubber, and plastic insulating equipment.
Removes defective or non-compliant equipment from service.
Uses appropriate federal, state, and company manuals to determine regulatory and policy compliance.
Inspects facilities, vehicles, and equipment to ensure the presence of required firefighting equipment, first aid supplies, safety equipment, placards, signs, warning labels, and current inspection labels.
Coordinates with customer representatives, insurance carrier loss consultants, and federal or state agencies to perform site inspections.
Corrects safety policy noncompliance or unsafe behavior and reports to Superintendent or Project Management.
Coordinates with project supervision to develop a project safety committee and acts as its facilitator.
Coordinates with project supervision to schedule weekly project safety meetings, daily job briefings, and tailgate safety meetings as needed.
Works with the project safety committee to investigate safety violations, accidents, and near-miss incidents, determine root causes, and coordinate corrective/preventative measures with management.
Performs job hazard analysis to determine site-specific hazards and coordinates with project supervision to eliminate, guard, and protect employees, customers, and the public from recognized hazards.
Follows all policies and procedures.