Safety Coordinator

Irby Construction Company•Eatonton, GA

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About The Position

Irby Construction Company is hiring a Safety Coordinator for Georgia. The role requires at least three years of experience in safety and/or training and at least two years of continuous electric transmission and/or substation construction and maintenance experience, along with in-depth knowledge of applicable OSHA codes and standards. The coordinator supports safe field operations by conducting inspections and observations, addressing noncompliance, coordinating safety meetings and committees, and investigating incidents. The role may require relocation based on work needs and may involve storm restoration operations. The position includes physical work such as handling materials, traversing uneven terrain, and climbing on and off large trucks and equipment, with exposure to hot and cold weather.

Requirements

At least three years of experience in the safety and/or training field.
At least two years of continuous electric transmission and/or substation construction and maintenance experience.
In-depth knowledge of applicable OSHA codes and standards.
Adhere to all company safety and health policies.
Able to work with limited supervision.
Able to lift and handle materials up to 60 pounds unassisted.
Able to walk and work across uneven terrain.
Able to climb on and off large trucks and equipment.
Able to work in hot and cold weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Measure field management's work to ensure it is performed safely and according to specifications.
Follow company safety policies while conducting company business.
Observe employees at work and document positive and constructive safety-behavior feedback using company forms and check sheets.
Compile crew observation, vehicle, and equipment forms and submit them to project supervision and the corporate safety department at required intervals.
Ensure inspections of equipment, tools, vehicles, working conditions, and procedures are conducted to protect employees working on overhead and underground power and telecommunication systems.
Inspect climbing equipment, fall protection equipment, rigging practices and equipment, personal protective equipment, and rubber and plastic insulating equipment.
Remove defective equipment or equipment that does not meet safety requirements from service.
Use applicable federal, state, and company manuals to assess regulatory and policy compliance.
Inspect facilities, vehicles, and equipment for required firefighting equipment, first aid supplies, safety equipment, placards, signs, warning labels, and current inspection labels.
Coordinate site inspections with customer representatives, insurance carrier loss consultants, and federal or state agencies.
Correct observed safety-policy noncompliance or unsafe behavior and report it to the Superintendent or Project Management.
Coordinate with project supervision to develop a project safety committee and facilitate the committee.
Coordinate with project supervision to schedule weekly project safety meetings, daily job briefings, and tailgate safety meetings as needed.
Work with the project safety committee to investigate safety violations, accidents, and near misses; determine root causes; and coordinate corrective or preventive measures with project and senior management.
Perform job hazard analyses to identify site-specific hazards and coordinate with project supervision to eliminate, guard, and protect against recognized hazards affecting employees, customers, and the public.
Follow all policies and procedures.