Field Safety Champion for Structural Steel Construction

Superior Rigging & Erecting Co.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Superior Rigging & Erecting is seeking an experienced Site Safety Coordinator to support structural steel operations in Orlando. This field-based role requires visible leadership on site, hazard recognition, and immediate action to address unsafe conditions.

You will work with project managers and field crews to reinforce safe work practices, maintain documentation, and ensure compliance with regulations while balancing safety coaching with productivity.

Qualifications

• Previous construction safety experience required.
• Experience supporting structural steel erection or similar high‑risk field operations preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA construction standards and safety practices.
• Knowledge of fall protection, elevated work, aerial lifts, scaffolds, cranes, rigging, and material handling preferred.
• Ability to identify hazards and recommend practical corrective actions.
• Ability to communicate clearly with employees at all levels.
• Willingness to address unsafe conditions directly.
• Strong organization, documentation, and follow‑through.
• Confidentiality and sound judgment in safety matters.
• Independent work style with accountability to safety leadership.
• Basic computer proficiency (email, documentation, MS Office).
• OSHA 30‑Hour Construction certification preferred
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

• Maintain a consistent safety presence in active work areas.
• Conduct regular job-site inspections and safety audits.
• Monitor structural steel erection activities for compliance with safety requirements.
• Identify unsafe conditions and coordinate timely corrective action.
• Support daily pre-task planning and toolbox talks.
• Ensure proper use of PPE and fall-protection measures.
• Monitor use of lifts, scaffolds, ladders, tools, and cranes for safety.
• Provide safety orientations for new hires and site staff.
• Offer coaching to employees, foremen, and supervisors on safety.
• Reinforce company and site safety policies and expectations.
• Stop work when hazards are identified and address immediately.
• Assist with incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain inspection reports and training records.
• Support emergency response planning and safety meetings.
• Communicate safety trends and issues to leadership.
• Collaborate with operations to improve safety without hurting productivity.
• Perform other safety-related duties as assigned

Skills

Hazard identification

Field safety

Safety coaching

Regulatory compliance

Effective communication

Incident investigation

Education

OSHA 30-Hour Construction

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

Superior Rigging & Erecting is seeking an experienced Site Safety Coordinator to support structural steel operations in Orlando. This field-based role requires visible leadership on site, hazard recognition, and immediate action to address unsafe conditions.

You will work with project managers and field crews to reinforce safe work practices, maintain documentation, and ensure compliance with regulations while balancing safety coaching with productivity.