Safety Coordinator

Gilbert Mechanical Contractors, LLC; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare

Paid vacation & holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Gilbert Mechanical, a Legence Company in Edina, MN is seeking a Safety Coordinator to oversee field safety, ensure regulatory compliance, and support incident investigations. The role involves traveling to MN job sites, conducting safety inspections, and delivering orientations. Strong MS Office skills and communication are essential; union experience is a plus. Base salary ranges from $60k to $85k with bonus potential for strong performance.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of construction safety experience.
• 2–4 year degree in occupational health and safety preferred.
• Experience with union workforce is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and modify safety communications and reports.
• Create and maintain safety spreadsheets in Excel.
• Travel to job sites in MN to conduct safety inspections.
• Assist in accident investigations and document findings.
• Lead safety orientations and onboard employees.
• Post safety docs at job sites.
• Provide administrative support to safety leadership.

Skills

Safety compliance

Communication

MS Office

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Occupational health and safety degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gilbert Mechanical, a Legence Company

For more than 40 years, it has been Gilbert's mission to provide outstanding mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, and fire protection services in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. Today, Gilbert employs more than 200 people in the Twin Cities market, and its clients represent a diverse range of technical market sectors, with specialization in the healthcare industry.

We are currently seeking a dedicated Safety Coordinator to join our team in Edina, MN. In this crucial role, you will work directly in the field, ensuring the safety and well‑being of our employees while maintaining compliance with industry regulations. Strong communication skills are a necessity to work effectively with other team members as well as owners and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and modify various documents, including presentations, reports, drafts, memos, and emails, to communicate safety‑related information effectively.
• Create and maintain spreadsheets for various projects using Microsoft Excel to track and manage safety‑related data.
• Travel to various job sites throughout the MN area, assisting in conducting site safety inspections to document deficiencies and track leading and lagging indicators.
• Assist in conducting accident/incident investigations and prepare comprehensive documentation for analysis and improvement.
• Collaborate with project management to conduct safety orientations and onboard employees, ensuring they are well‑versed in safety protocols.
• Post and keep all required safety documents and literature up to date at job sites.
• Provide valuable administrative support to management to facilitate efficient safety processes.

Qualifications

• Ideally 1–3 years of experience in construction safety, demonstrating a solid understanding of safety protocols.
• A 2–4 year college degree in an occupational health and safety discipline is preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with a union workforce is advantageous.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to recognize on‑site risk factors and take appropriate stop‑work actions when necessary.
• Commitment to Gilbert Mechanical's mission and values.
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs, climb 4–6 flights of stairs daily, and walk continuously for up to 60 minutes during site inspections.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail.

Base salary: $60k–$85k per year. This role is also eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.

Benefits Overview

• Health & Welfare: Company‑paid medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, accident & sickness benefit, basic group life and AD&D, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off Benefits: Paid vacation, company‑paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Employment Eligibility

Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non‑merit‑based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations. EEO is the Law.