Field Safety Leader: Utilities & Transmission Projects

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k match

Generous PTO

Company car allowance

Gas card

Stock options

Annual bonus

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking a Safety Coordinator for data center projects in Cedar Rapids, IA. This field-driven role partners with operations to promote an unwavering safety culture across transmission, distribution, and substation work sites.

The role focuses on field visits, coaching crews, training, incident prevention, and ensuring OSHA and client safety standards are met, with regional travel to project sites. A Mid Level to senior candidate with strong comms will thrive.

Qualifications

• 5+ years safety experience in electrical utilities, construction, industrial, or infrastructure environments.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and safety practices.
• Ability to travel regionally to project sites.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

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

Field safety experience

OSHA standards knowledge

Communication skills

Hazard identification

MS Office & safety reporting

Documentation & organization

Travel flexibility

Electrical utility safety

Education

OSHA 30 certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital safety reporting systems

Job description

Leoforce is seeking a Safety Coordinator for data center projects in Cedar Rapids, IA. This field-driven role partners with operations to promote an unwavering safety culture across transmission, distribution, and substation work sites.

The role focuses on field visits, coaching crews, training, incident prevention, and ensuring OSHA and client safety standards are met, with regional travel to project sites. A Mid Level to senior candidate with strong comms will thrive.