Safety Coordinator

Kent Companies, Inc.; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement plans

Holiday pay

Job summary

Kent Companies, Inc. is seeking a Safety Coordinator in Fort Mill, SC to promote an incident-free environment.

You will collaborate with operations managers and superintendents to implement safety programs, update SOPs, and address injuries, property damage, or near misses. Responsibilities include leading safety events, conducting investigations, implementing Toolbox Talks, and maintaining PPE programs, training, and site-specific safety plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Environmental Safety & Health.
• 3–5 years of relevant construction safety experience (concrete industry preferred).
• OSHA 510, OSHA 30, CSMC, or Construction Safety Site Technician Certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Ability to pass background and drug screenings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and update safety rules and SOPs and communicate changes.
• Lead and participate in safety events, stand-downs, and trainings.
• Investigate accidents, injuries, and near-misses with field personnel.
• Implement Toolbox Talks and develop talks based on incidents.
• Perform site inspections/audits and report findings to project teams.
• Assist in Return-to-Work program and post-accident testing compliance.
• Execute PPE program and schedule retraining and licenses.
• Develop, review, and enforce Site-Specific Safety Plans.
• Serve as a safety resource for field teams, including superintendents and foremen.

Skills

Strong communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's or Associate’s degree in Environmental Safety & Health

OSHA 510

OSHA 30

CSMC

Construction Safety Site Technician Certification

Job description

Summary

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for promoting and facilitating safety and uniformity across the company. This role helps create a safety culture where an "Incident-Free Environment" is the only acceptable outcome. The Safety Coordinator collaborates with Operations Managers and Superintendents to implement safety programs, ensuring that all injuries, property damage, or near misses are addressed, corrected, or eliminated.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and update current safety rules and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and communicate changes to the field and safety team.
• Lead and participate in safety events, stand-downs, and training sessions.
• Conduct accident, injury, and near-miss investigations, working with field personnel to address underlying safety hazards.
• Implement the Toolbox Talks program and develop custom talks based on field incidents.
• Perform and document job site inspections/audits, providing reports to the project team, field personnel, and the safety manager.
• Assist in the Return-to-Work Program, ensuring medical follow-ups and post-accident drug screening compliance.
• Execute Kent Companies' Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) program.
• Ensure timely completion and documentation of mandatory safety training, scheduling retraining and license renewals as necessary.
• Develop, review, and enforce Site-Specific Safety Plans in coordination with project teams.
• Serve as a resource for Kent Companies’ field team, including superintendents, foremen, and crew leaders.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties and Responsibilities are not comprehensive and can be changed at any time, with or without notice.

Required Experience, Education, and Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate’s degree in Environmental Safety & Health, or 3-5 years of relevant construction industry safety experience (concrete industry preferred).
• Certifications: OSHA 510, OSHA 30, CSMC, or Construction Safety Site Technician Certification (or equivalent).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass background and drug screenings.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without corporate sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Benefits

Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include:

• Weekly pay
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plans with discretionary employer-matching
• Holiday pay (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)

Perks associated with this role

Our goal is to offer an unparalleled career progression that is not precisely pre-determined; rather, it builds on the teammate’s strengths, interests, and pursuits as the individual gains experience, grows, and develops in their career. You would be hard-pressed to find another ENR Top 6 Commercial Concrete Company that parallels Kent Companies.

Work Environment/Physical Demand

• Work occurs in both office and job site environments.
• Frequent travel, including overnight stays, is required.
• Extended periods of standing and sitting may be necessary.

Position type, travel, and expected hours of work

• Full-time position with work hours typically 45-50 hours per week.
• May require working non-traditional hours, including weekends and evenings, based on construction schedules.
• Availability for calls during non-standard hours is required.
• Frequent travel to job sites, office locations, and off-site meetings.

Office Location

1223 Quarry Overlook Drive, Fort Mill, SC 29715

About Kent Companies

Kent Companies is a full-service concrete contractor with expertise in commercial and industrial concrete construction, mixed-use construction, multi-family housing, and a full range of concrete-related specialties. Every Kent Companies project is marked by our four distinctive Hallmarks of Service: Safety, Productivity, Quality, and Customer Service. We believe in providing challenging work, opportunities for professional development, and industry-leading compensation packages. And it’s all wrapped in a culture built on values and integrity. We deliver on our promises.

About Our Safety Team

Safety is the first and most important of our Four Hallmarks. We’re a family and watch out for each other on the job. We are proactive; we speak up to prevent mistakes and take responsibility for our actions. Our Safety program is based on personal accountability and continuous improvement. Our goal is for every member of the Kent family to return home safely each night.

EEO Statement

At Kent Companies, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce, and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Kent Companies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions, including but not limited to hiring, recruiting, promotions, performance evaluations, termination, and compensation decisions.

The Company will strive to ensure that all employees and prospective employees will be treated equally in regard to recruitment, employment, promotions, demotions, discipline, termination, access to benefits and training, leaves of absence, and layoffs. The Company will further ensure that its management staff is aware of the Company’s commitment to this policy and each member understands their individual role in the process of administering this plan.

Kent Companies will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.