Safety Coordinator

K&W Electric, Inc.; Emmetsburg (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Birthday Holiday

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401k with Company Match

Company Sponsored Social Events

Job summary

A leading electrical contractor in Iowa is seeking a Safety Coordinator to develop and implement health and safety plans. The role requires collaboration with the Safety Manager and involves training and safety compliance oversight. Candidates should have strong skills in Microsoft Office, experience in safety roles, and a High School Diploma. The position offers competitive pay and benefits including medical insurance and a 401k with company match.

Qualifications

• Ability to collaborate and contribute within a team structure.
• Capability to prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience as a Safety Coordinator or in a safety support role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative strategies for safety culture.
• Partner with Project Managers on safety initiatives.
• Conduct job site safety observations and audits.
• Provide safety education and training.
• Analyze safety data to identify trends and drive improvements.
• Respond to safety emergencies as needed.

Skills

Team collaboration

Safety compliance knowledge

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

If you are interested in a career that you can grow with, then let’s work together.

The Position:

We are currently hiring a Safety Coordinator at our Emmetsburg location. We are looking for candidates who are innovative, self-motivated, with exceptional decision‑making skills.

The Safety Coordinator will collaborate with our Safety Manager to develop and implement health and safety plans that promote a culture of safety. They will encourage best practices, provide training, lead health and safety meetings, and conduct root cause analyses to address and correct safety issues. The Safety Coordinator will ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Company policies, providing our employee‑owners with a safe work environment.

Candidates must be able to adapt to changing work environments, be actively engaged in K&W Electric, Inc.’s safety policies, and be able to maintain a positive image of one’s self and of the Company.

Our Mission:

Providing connections between our communities through electrical installations.

Our Vision:

To supply solutions that support growth within our company and our communities and be recognized as a leading electrical contractor in Iowa.

About Us:

K&W Electric, Inc. is an employee‑owned company whose focus is to provide electrical installations that reflect our company’s values of safety, professionalism, and quality. Our company is committed to proving itself through our integrity and customer service.

Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive Pay
• Medical Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Birthday Holiday
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401k with Company Match
• Company Sponsored Social Events

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement innovative strategies with the goal of creating a culture of safety
• Partner with Project Managers and employee‑owners on implementation of safety initiatives
• Assist with incident investigations to ensure incidents, near misses, and other safety concerns are reported timely and investigated properly; identify root causes and implement corrective actions
• Conduct and document job site safety observations and audits
• Provide safety education and training to all levels of K&W Electric, Inc.’s employee‑owners
• Conduct activities aimed at identifying and reducing or eliminating safety hazards
• Maintain records, certifications, and other safety related information necessary to maintain compliance with Federal, State, and Company policies
• Analyze safety data and trends to identify areas of improvement and develop strategies to enhance overall safety performance
• Ability to respond as needed to in support of all safety emergencies with or without notice

Additional Functions and Responsibilities:

• Conduct new hire safety orientation
• Coordinate drug testing for new hires and per workplace policy
• Inspect and document safety equipment
• Stay current on best practices and regulatory changes

Minimum Requirements and Experience:

• Ability to collaborate and contribute within a team structure
• Capability to prioritize and adapt in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• A valid Driver’s License with ability to meet company driving standards
• Experience as a Safety Coordinator or in a safety support role preferred
• First aid/CPR certification preferred
• High School Diploma/Equivalency
• Successfully passing drug and background screenings

Salary is negotiable, based on qualifications: knowledge and previous experience.

K&W Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer