Field Safety Lead - Electrical Utilities

LeoForce; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car allowance

Full health benefits

401k match

Generous PTO

Stock

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking a Safety Coordinator in Cedar Rapids, IA to support large transmission, distribution, substation, and utility projects. The role will partner with field operations and leadership to promote a strong safety culture and ensure OSHA compliance.

The Safety Coordinator will spend significant time in the field conducting site visits, coaching crews, facilitating training, and supporting incident prevention initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of safety experience within electrical utilities, construction, industrial, or infrastructure environments.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and utility construction safety practices
• Ability to travel regionally to project sites

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular jobsite safety inspections, audits, and observations on active utility construction projects
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and utility client safety standards
• Partner with project managers, superintendents, and field crews to promote safe work practices and proactive hazard identification
• Assist with development and implementation of site-specific safety plans, JHAs, and pre-task planning activities
• Lead safety orientations, toolbox talks, and ongoing field safety training
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns, including root cause analysis and corrective action tracking
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor safety performance and compliance
• Support DOT compliance, equipment inspections, PPE programs, and fleet safety initiatives
• Maintain safety documentation, reports, training records, and compliance logs
• Participate in client safety meetings, audits, and project walkdowns
• Help drive behavioral-based safety initiatives and continuous improvement programs
• Provide field coaching and mentorship to crews regarding safe utility construction practices

Skills

OSHA standards

Safety experience

Communication skills

Field coaching

Education

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LeoForce is seeking a Safety Coordinator in Cedar Rapids, IA to support large transmission, distribution, substation, and utility projects. The role will partner with field operations and leadership to promote a strong safety culture and ensure OSHA compliance.

The Safety Coordinator will spend significant time in the field conducting site visits, coaching crews, facilitating training, and supporting incident prevention initiatives.