Safety Coordinator

RailWorks; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Performance incentives

Job summary

RailWorks is hiring a Safety Coordinator in the United States to lead safety communications and training, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations as well as customer requirements.

The role directs project safety programs, conducts site inspections, trains hourly workers and supervisors, and investigates incidents to maintain safe work environments across diverse projects.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years work experience in a heavy labor environment.
• Construction Industry experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to write reports.
• Strong computer skills are mandatory, significant experience and abilities with Microsoft Office Suite are necessary.
• Experience with OSHA reporting necessary.
• Must have excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary; ability to interact with all levels of the company in field sites, corporate, and customers.
• Must possess the character and unquestionable integrity to represent the Company and provide credibility for all work, reports and analysis that is provided through the safety department.
• Must have the ability to grasp facts, processes, procedures in a changing environment very quickly, a quick learner.
• Works in a proactive manner, a self-starter who approaches his/her work with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure in short time frames.
• Ability to multi-task and thrive in an environment where numerous tasks and projects are occurring simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Conducts regular worksite surveillance inspections, air samplings tests and comprehensive safety training for employees
• Documents unsafe conditions, safety violations, accidents and near misses
• Thoroughly investigates all surrounding circumstances through employee interviews, equipment inspections and site inspections carefully reviewing the integrity of personal protective equipment, materials, and job-site specific gear
• Determines safety needs and corrects unsafe employee activities, procedures, and practices, ensures that all required records and reports are complete, accurate and correctly submitted to comply with all internal processes and comply with all local, state and federal regulations and customer requirements
• Plans and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state and federal regulations with special emphasis on FRA and OSHA requirements, as well as customer requirements
• Trains and coaches hourly labor, foremen, supervisors and local managers in work site safety practices, fire prevention and correct handling techniques for toxins, equipment, and other materials
• Inspects the jobsite to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determining corrective or preventative measures where indicated, and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented
• Leads investigations of near misses and incidents and cooperates in the preparation of materials and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations
• Submits incident reports complying with all local, state, and federal regulations, customer, and corporate requirements, maintains safety files and records
• Oversees administration related to the company’s Workers’ Compensation program on the specific project
• Provides informational signs, posters, barriers, and other materials to warn of potential and actual safety hazards and to prevent access to hazardous conditions
• Assists the Regional Safety Director and Corporate Safety Director as requested with the corporate safety management system.

Skills

Analytical skills

MS Office

OSHA reporting

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Integrity

Quick learner

Proactive

Deadline management

Multi-tasking

Job description

Benefits Offering

RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.

Compensation

$70000 - $85000 / year

Position Summary

Safety is a core value at RailWorks. The Safety coordinator is the company’s first line for communications and training relating to our safety programs and for ensuring that the company fully complies with all respective local, state, and federal regulations and our customer’s requirements. The safety coordinator actively directs the administration of project safety, accident prevention, and hazard communication programs to maintain safe work environments.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Conducts regular worksite surveillance inspections, air samplings tests and comprehensive safety training for employees

• Documents unsafe conditions, safety violations, accidents and near misses

• Thoroughly investigates all surrounding circumstances through employee interviews, equipment inspections and site inspections carefully reviewing the integrity of personal protective equipment, materials, and job-site specific gear

• Determines safety needs and corrects unsafe employee activities, procedures, and practices, ensures that all required records and reports are complete, accurate and correctly submitted to comply with all internal processes and comply with all local, state and federal regulations and customer requirements

• Plans and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state and federal regulations with special emphasis on FRA and OSHA requirements, as well as customer requirements

• Trains and coaches hourly labor, foremen, supervisors and local managers in work site safety practices, fire prevention and correct handling techniques for toxins, equipment, and other materials

• Inspects the jobsite to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determining corrective or preventative measures where indicated, and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented

• Leads investigations of near misses and incidents and cooperates in the preparation of materials and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations

• Submits incident reports complying with all local, state, and federal regulations, customer, and corporate requirements, maintains safety files and records

• Oversees administration related to the company’s Workers’ Compensation program on the specific project

• Provides informational signs, posters, barriers, and other materials to warn of potential and actual safety hazards and to prevent access to hazardous conditions

• Assists the Regional Safety Director and Corporate Safety Director as requested with the corporate safety management system.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years work experience in a heavy labor environment necessary

• Construction Industry experience is a plus

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to write reports

• Strong computer skills are mandatory, significant experience and abilities with Microsoft Office Suite are necessary

• Experience with OSHA reporting necessary

• Must have excellent communications skills, both verbal and written

• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary; ability to interact and with all levels of the company in field sites, corporate, and customers

• Must possess the character and unquestionable integrity to represent the Company and provide credibility for all work, reports and analysis that is provided through the safety department

• Must have the ability to grasp facts, processes, procedures in a changing environment very quickly, a quick learner

• Works in a proactive manner, a self-starter who approaches his/her work with a sense of urgency

• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure in short time frames

• Ability to multi-task and thrive in an environment where numerous tasks and projects are occurring simultaneously

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Works in an office environment

• Frequently sits for long periods of time

• Frequently speaks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard

• May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending

• Must have a valid driving license with a clean driving record and ability to travel as required

• Must be physically able to wear respiratory protection, climb ladders, work in tunnels, work at heights, work outdoors in both hot and cold conditions and walk remote jobsites

• Must be able to obtain TWIX card for access to ports as well as pass other security screenings as determined by our clients.

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.