Safety Coordinator

Senneca Holdings; North Olmsted (OH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Subzero Engineering seeks an experienced Safety Coordinator for our Jeffersonville construction site to implement and enforce the safety program under the supervision of the EHS Manager, Site Supervisor, and GC coordination.

You will conduct daily safety inspections, identify and correct hazards, address unsafe conditions, and enforce OSHA 29 CFR 1926 with site plans while supporting subcontractor safety efforts and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical training preferred.
• OSHA 510/511 or equivalent training preferred.
• 2–5 years of construction safety experience in subcontractor environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily safety inspections of work areas, equipment, and operations.
• Identify, correct, and document hazards related to fall protection and equipment.
• Address unsafe conditions and coordinate with EHS Manager and GC safety team.
• Enforce OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and site safety plans; support subcontractor programs.
• Participate in incident investigations and maintain training records.

Skills

Hazard recognition

Communication skills

Enforcing safety requirements

Microsoft Office proficiency

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

OSHA 510 or 511 training

Technical or vocational training preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Construction tracking software

Job description

We are searching for an experienced Safety Coordinator at our Jeffersonville construction site.

Job Summary

TheSite Services Installation Safety Coordinator is responsible for implementingand enforcing the Company’s safety program and applicable subcontractor safetyrequirements under the direction of the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager, Site Supervisor, and in coordination with the General Contractor (GC). This role ensures that Subzero Engineering employees and lower tier subcontractors perform work safely and in compliance with OSHA, company policies, and site-specific safety plans.

The Safety Coordinator identifies, corrects, documents, and communicates jobsite hazards within the Company’s scope of work and coordinates corrective actions with the EHS Manager and GC when hazards affect other trades or shared work areas.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Tosuccessfully perform this job, an individual must be able to fulfill each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

• Conduct daily safety inspections of work areas, equipment, and operations
• Identify, correct, and document hazards related to fall protection, elevated work, material handling, rigging, scissor lifts, aerial work platforms, forklifts, and telehandlers
• Immediately address unsafe conditions involving personnel or equipment
• Coordinate hazard mitigation with the EHS Manager and GC safety team when issues impact other trades or shared spaces
• Enforce compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926, company safety policies, and GC Site Specific Safety Plans
• Support implementation of subcontractor safety programs and GC safety requirements
• Participate in incident, injury, and near miss investigations and ensure timely reporting
• Assist with Job Hazard Analyses and Activity Hazard Analyses
• Conduct or assist with safety orientations, task specific briefings, and toolbox talks
• Verify required training, certifications, and operator qualifications
• Maintain inspection reports, training records, incident documentation, and corrective action tracking
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Authority

• Authorized to stop work when unsafe conditions or behaviors are observed
• Authorized to require corrective actions prior to work resuming
• Escalate unresolved or site wide hazards to the GC safety management team immediately

Safety Requirements

• Comply with OSHA regulations and company safety policies and procedures
• Report unsafe conditions promptly
• Attend required safety training
• Support safety goals and recommend improvements
• Follow safe work practices, including ergonomics, PPE use, and lockout procedures

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred
• Two to five years of construction safety experience, preferably in a subcontractor environment
• OSHA 510 or 511, or equivalent training, preferred
• Demonstrated competency in hazard recognition within the Company’s scope of work
• Understanding of GC controlled jobsite safety coordination
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to professionally enforce safety requirements in the field
• Valid driver’s license with ability to pass initial and annual DMV review
• Experience in Microsoft Office and construction-related tracking and reporting software.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodation:
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and on active construction sites
• Exposure to noise, temperature fluctuations, moving equipment, and environmental irritants
• Ability to kneel, crawl, twist, reach, and use hands and fingers without restriction

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or genetics.