Safety Coordinator

IES Mission Critical; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical-dental-vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical is seeking a Safety Specialist to provide leadership and support for field teams. You will advise on safety requirements, lead toolbox talks, and review site safety plans and permits to ensure regulatory compliance across projects.

Ideal candidates have OSHA certifications and construction safety experience, with strong communication and training coordination skills. Travel to sites may be required as part of project support.

Qualifications

• Education in Occupational Health & Safety or related field preferred.
• OSHA 30-hour or higher certifications desirable.
• Experience in construction safety and site inspections.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety leadership and support to field employees.
• Advise operations on safety requirements and planning.
• Lead toolbox talks and safety meetings as directed.
• Review and escalate issues with site safety plans and permits.
• Conduct daily jobsite walks for audits and hazard identification.
• Participate in incident investigations with senior safety leadership.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate training and maintain safety documentation.
• Travel may be required.

Skills

Safety leadership

Safety communications

OSH compliance

Field safety guidance

Risk assessment

Audits & inspections

Training coordination

Education

Occupational Health & Safety training

Construction Management background

Tools

Safety software

MS Office

Job description

• Provides safety leadership and technical support to field employees; evaluates and reports on safety performance
• Supports safe work planning by advising operations and project managers on Company and contractual safety requirements
• Conducts new hire and site-specific safety orientations
• Leads toolbox talks and safety meetings as directed by management
• Reviews site safety plans, risk assessments, permits, MOPs, and related documentation; escalates concerns to the Senior Safety Manager as needed
• Performs daily jobsite walks to conduct audits and inspections, identify hazards, and ensure safe work practices; escalates issues as necessary
• Responds to reports of incidents and safety concerns, and participates in investigations with senior safety leadership
• Ensures compliance with Company policies, OSHA, and applicable regulatory standards; maintains required safety documentation
• Collaborates regularly with foremen, superintendents, and client safety personnel to identify and resolve safety issues
• Utilizes Company safety systems and software to track incidents, inspections, and corrective actions
• Assists with identifying training needs and coordinating required training with the Senior Safety Manager
• Maintains required safety certifications and supports ongoing professional development
• Conducts weekly safety meetings and attends project audits as requested
• Monitors subcontractor activities to ensure compliance with Company and project safety requirements
• Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Education and/or training in Occupational Health & Safety, Construction Management, or related field preferred
• Prior experience as Electrician highly preferred
• OSHA 30-hour, OSHA 510, and First Aid/CPR certifications; CHST credential desired
• 3-5 years recent experience in construction safety or a related role
• Proficient understanding of construction processes and safety regulations
• Strong computer and communication (written, verbal) skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and field employees
• Maintaining driving qualifications as required per IES Fleet Safety Program
• Successfully pass pre-employment (post-offer) background check and MVR check.

Company Overview: IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, a subsidiary of IES Holdings, Inc. (IES), an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. IES is traded on the NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. IES Commercial, Inc. operates diverse business units across the United States, each focusing on distinct market segments and geographies, with some business units operating nationally. Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it.

Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company discretionary match, flexible medical-dental-vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability insurance, basic life/AD&D insurance, paid holidays, and highly competitive pay in addition to paid-time-off.