Field Safety Leader – Electrical Utilities Projects

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Stock

401k match

Generous PTO

Health benefits

Company car allowance

Gas card

Job summary

Jobot in Cedar Rapids is seeking a proactive Safety Coordinator to support large transmission, distribution, substation, and utility infrastructure projects. You will partner with field operations and leadership to promote a strong safety culture and ensure OSHA compliance in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes field visits, crew coaching, and training delivery, with focus on incident prevention, site safety plans, JHAs, and proactive hazard identification.

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.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and digital safety reporting systems.

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.

Skills

Safety experience

OSHA standards

Communication

Travel willingness

MS Office & safety reporting

Education

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

MS Office

Safety reporting software

Job description

Jobot in Cedar Rapids is seeking a proactive Safety Coordinator to support large transmission, distribution, substation, and utility infrastructure projects. You will partner with field operations and leadership to promote a strong safety culture and ensure OSHA compliance in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes field visits, crew coaching, and training delivery, with focus on incident prevention, site safety plans, JHAs, and proactive hazard identification.