Safety Coordinator

Sargent Electric Company; Bellevue (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent Electric Company seeks a Safety Coordinator for the Emerson Creek T-Line Project near Sandusky in Bellevue, Ohio. This is a temporary (seven to 12 months), or temporary-to-full-time on-site opportunity supporting the Safety Department and reporting to the Safety Manager.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in safety sciences, knowledge of CFR 1910/1926, and OSHA 500 or CHST/CUSP/ASP/CSP certifications preferred. Travel to multiple jobsites will be necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety sciences or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Familiarity with CFR 1910 and 1926 requirements.
• OSHA 500 Outreach Instructor authorization and CHST, CUSP, ASP, or CSP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day safety direction, leadership, and coaching to eliminate or reduce at-risk environments in the workplace.
• Conduct workplace inspections across commercial electrical, heavy industrial, and transmission and distribution operations.
• Deliver safety training related to construction standards and the Sargent Electric Safety Program.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement actions to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinate safety onboarding for new employees assigned to the project.

Skills

Safety leadership

Workplace inspections

Training delivery

Incident investigation

Onboarding coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety sciences

Job description

Sargent Electric is a leading specialty contractor focused on electrical, instrumentation, wireless, utility, and low voltage systems. Founded in Pittsburgh in 1907, we operate from 8 locations across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, delivering projects nationwide for our strategic customers.

We support the breadth of client needs — from routine 24/7 service and emergency restoration to their largest and most complex projects. Our proven safety record, technical depth, and longstanding client relationships have made us a partner of choice for Fortune 500 companies, leading general contractors, and EPC contractors.

We are seeking to hire a Safety Coordinator for the Emerson Creek T-Line Project near Sandusky in Bellevue, Ohio. The position is a temporary (seven to 12 months), or temporary-to-full-time opportunity for a candidate willing to travel to multiple jobsites.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Safety Coordinator provides day-to-day direction, leadership, coaching, and sound judgment to eliminate or reduce at-risk environments and behaviors in the workplace. This full-time, on-site role supports the Safety Department and reports to the Safety Manager.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Champion Safety Culture. Provide day-to-day safety direction, leadership, and coaching while reinforcing safe and healthful conditions for employees
• Conduct Workplace Inspections. Assist management and supervision with inspections across commercial electrical, heavy industrial, and transmission and distribution operations
• Deliver Safety Training. Assist with and conduct training related to construction standards and the Sargent Electric Safety Program
• Investigate Incidents. Conduct accident investigations, identify root causal factors, and implement action items to help prevent recurrence
• Support Employee Onboarding. Coordinate safety onboarding for new employees assigned to the project
• Crave Learning. We value people who want to grow through hands-on experience, training, and mentorship. Be active in identifying and engaging in these opportunities
• Additional Responsibilities. Assume any additional duties and responsibilities as delegated by Sargent Executive Management

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Bachelor’s degree in safety sciences or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Working knowledge of CFR 1910 and 1926 requirements
• Strong planning, prioritization, and presentation skills
• Familiarity with hazards associated with electric transmission and distribution work is preferred
• OSHA 500 Outreach Instructor authorization and CHST, CUSP, ASP, or CSP certification are preferred
• Excellent written communication skills and proficiency with computers, particularly Microsoft Office applications
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals
• The ability to work efficiently under tight timeframes, respond to requests in a timely manner, collaborate as a team player, and manage multiple priorities

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 1–3 years of relevant safety experience
• Construction safety experience supporting commercial electrical, heavy industrial, or transmission and distribution operations

WHY JOIN SARGENT ELECTRIC?

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Established, growing company with a strong industry reputation
• Collaborative, team-driven environment
• Opportunity to directly impact project success and cost efficiency

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Sargent Electric Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.