Field Safety Leader & Training Specialist

Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association, Inc.; York (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401K with employer match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Medical coverage incl prescription and

Dental and Vision coverage

Disability and other coverages

Insurance discounts

Job summary

IES is seeking a Safety Coordinator to implement and coordinate safety policies across projects, ensuring compliance with OSHA and state standards while driving safety training initiatives. EMT or higher credentials preferred, travel required, with a background in construction safety.

Responsibilities include safety audits, incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and delivering OSHA 10/30 training. Join a safety-first team supporting field operations and program adherence.

Qualifications

• Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Associate degree or higher preferred.
• EMT or higher credentials preferred
• Minimum of three years experience in construction safety, preferably in telecommunications or electrical industry
• Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction
• Confined Space Entry standards knowledge preferred
• Authorized OSHA OTI 500 Construction Outreach Trainer status
• CHST certification or equivalent preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to communicate with project stakeholders including field personnel and management
• Ability to respond to safety emergencies with/without notice
• Must meet driving standards
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously

Responsibilities

• Fully support all safety policies, procedures, and programs and Federal/State standards.
• Ensure compliance with site and customer safety policies and programs.
• Perform safety presentations and required training.
• Schedule and conduct safety audits/inspections according to standards.
• Oversee confined space entry activities and documentation.
• Identify hazards and develop safety action plans for corrective actions.
• Develop processes to reduce hazards and incidents.
• Deliver safety orientation and OSHA 10/30 training as needed.
• Coordinate management and field personnel safety training.
• Prepare written safety reports and summaries.
• Conduct root cause investigations on incidents and near misses.
• Lead OSHA inspection processes with project stakeholders.
• Maintain safety-related records and reports.
• Mentor stakeholders to uphold safety culture.
• Coordinate activities with site management.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Safety training

OSHA knowledge

Root cause analysis

Communication skills

Travel willingness

MS Office

Education

High School diploma

EMT or higher preferred

CHST preferred

OTI 500 certified

Tools

MS Office Suite

Safety software

Job description

IES is seeking a Safety Coordinator to implement and coordinate safety policies across projects, ensuring compliance with OSHA and state standards while driving safety training initiatives. EMT or higher credentials preferred, travel required, with a background in construction safety.

Responsibilities include safety audits, incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and delivering OSHA 10/30 training. Join a safety-first team supporting field operations and program adherence.