Safety Coordinator

Harris Company; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 62,549 - 93,824; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401K with company match

Paid Parental leave

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

Harris Company is seeking a Safety Coordinator in Bethesda, MD. In this role, you will assist in administering health and safety programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards, and managing the vehicle fleet. Your experience in construction and safety protocols will be essential.

As a part of a leading mechanical contractor, Harris offers a dynamic work environment with a strong team culture and competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and 401K.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction/industrial occupational health and safety experience.
• Proficient understanding of OSHA standards and guidelines.
• Comprehensive knowledge of worker’s compensation documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising Harris’ health and safety programs.
• Conduct work area surveillance inspections.
• Manage and maintain fleet operations.

Skills

Understanding of OSHA standards and guidelines

Communication skills

Construction/industrial safety experience

Education

Associates degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

## Safety CoordinatorApplylocations: Bethesda, MDtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 13 Days Agojob requisition id: R-19**Job Description:**Assist in the supervision and administration of Harris’ health, safety and motor vehicle programs to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Contributes to the desired safety and work culture of the organization.Safety:* Assist in controlling hazardous working conditions and unsafe employee activities through interface with project management/supervisory personnel.* Assist in supervision and administration of safety/first aid and rescue squad activities. Assume total responsibility for safety operation when assigned to shift work.* Participate in developing and conducting employee orientation training, task specific training, ongoing supervisor training and assist in developing/training project manager safety.* Conduct work area surveillance inspections, air-sampling tests for confined space entry, property, damage and personal injury investigations.* Document all accidents, safety violations, unsafe conditions/activities. Issue confined area entry and “hot work” permits as required.* Accompany safety, health and insurance inspections on walk through tours as required.* Review safety related journals, catalogues, etc. to keep abreast of changes/improvements in protective safety equipment, materials and gear.* Assist in preparing written appeals for safety violation citations.Fleet Management:* Manage and maintain the division fleet. Track vehicle maintenance and assign vehicles to employees as required.* Register and license all vehicles and keep inspections up to date.Tool Coordination:* Pick tool orders for shipment to job sites, restock tools in warehouse, repair defective tools, and building maintenance.* Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected.* Ensure all items are stored according to fieldwork procedures and company standards.**What we're looking for in you*** Associates degree required in Occupational Health and Safety, or related.* Bachelors degree preferred* 2+ years of construction/industrial occupational health and safety experience* Proficient understanding of OSHA standards and guidelines* Comprehensive knowledge of worker’s compensation documentation* Strong communication skills – both verbal and written**Your life at Harris**As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.**Harris Benefits + Compensation**• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance• 401K with company match• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays• Paid Parental leave• Short-Term Incentive PlanVisit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance **Pay Range:** $62,549.35 - $93,824.03The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.