Safety Coordinator

Overwatch-Mission-Critical; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Overwatch Mission Critical is seeking an experienced safety professional to lead on-site inspections and safety coaching at hyperscale data center construction sites. You will deliver orientations, manage hazard checks, and drive adherence to safety standards.

The role requires effective communication with field workers, supervisors, and contractors, with a focus on incident reporting and root-cause analysis in a dynamic site environment.

Qualifications

• Generally requires 1 to 3 years of hands-on safety training or field experience in commercial construction, rigging, or low-voltage electrical work.
• Active OSHA 10‑hour or 30‑hour certifications are typically mandatory.
• First Aid/CPR
• NFPA 70E (electrical safety)
• CHST credential are highly preferred.
• A high school diploma paired with technical field training is common, though an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Safety management serves as an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily walkthroughs of hyperscale data center construction sites.
• Check for hazards like arc flash risks, poor heavy equipment handling, or improper low‑voltage electrical setups.
• Deliver safety orientations, coordinate tool‑box talks, and guide personnel directly on safety best practices.
• Draft routine reports, document near‑misses, and assist supervisors with root‑cause analysis when incidents occur.
• Verify that external workers and trade partners are strictly following OSHA regulations and company safety standards.

Skills

Safety training

Field experience

Communication

Public speaking

Education

High school diploma with tech training

Associate's/Bachelor's in Safety management

Tools

First Aid/CPR training

NFPA 70E familiarity

CHST preferred

Job description

About Overwatch Mission Critical

Overwatch is a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOB) certified through the National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC), offering construction professional services, talent acquisition, and general contractor services for the mission-critical infrastructure industry.

Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the‑art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job. It's a purpose.

Experience Needed

• Generally requires 1 to 3 years of hands‑on safety training or field experience in commercial construction, rigging, or low‑voltage electrical work.

Certifications

• Active OSHA 10‑hour or 30‑hour certifications are typically mandatory.
• First Aid/CPR
• NFPA 70E (electrical safety)
• CHST credential are highly preferred.

Education

• A high school diploma paired with technical field training is common, though an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Safety management serves as an advantage.

Soft Skills

• High energy, comfortable speaking directly to groups of field workers, and proficiency.

Job Overview

Field Inspections

• Conduct daily walkthroughs of hyperscale data center construction sites.
• Check for hazards like arc flash risks, poor heavy equipment handling, or improper low‑voltage electrical setups.

On‑Site Coaching

• Deliver safety orientations, coordinate tool‑box talks, and guide personnel directly on safety best practices.

Incident Documentation

• Draft routine reports, document near‑misses, and assist supervisors with root‑cause analysis when incidents occur.

Subcontractor Oversight

• Verify that external workers and trade partners are strictly following OSHA regulations and company safety standards.

Sub Specialty Area

• Safety

Required Training

• OSHA
• First Aid / CPR
• NFPA

Certifications Required

• NFPA
• Fall protection, etc

For roles that require on‑site presence or travel between work locations as an essential function of the position, candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate for the role and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable laws.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment, including preparing written reports and documentation, conveying information clearly to team members, clients, and stakeholders, and responding appropriately to verbal and written communications related to job duties.

This position operates primarily in an active data center construction environment, encompassing both indoor and outdoor work settings. The role requires the physical ability to perform essential job functions safely and effectively in a dynamic environment that includes ongoing construction activity and evolving site conditions.

The work environment includes areas and temporary structures owned, leased, or controlled by third parties over which Overwatch may have limited or no control. Because the project remains under construction, certain areas of the site — including access routes, staging zones, and temporary structures — may not yet be fully ADA‑compliant until construction is complete or those third‑party areas are finalized.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction‑related noise, vibrations, and odors.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high‑activity environments.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel‑toe boots, is required.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.

Work is performed primarily in and around active construction areas, which may include unfinished buildings, temporary field offices, staging areas, and partially completed infrastructure. These locations may contain uneven surfaces, limited accessibility, and other conditions typical of construction projects prior to final completion. Overwatch does not control and cannot modify accessibility conditions within areas, facilities, or temporary structures owned or managed by third parties.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, provided such accommodations do not create safety hazards, impede essential mobility within active work zones, or require modification of facilities not owned or controlled by Overwatch.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

OVERWATCH is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OVERWATCH considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.