Safety Coordinator

Comfort Flow Heating, Co.; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Comfort Flow Heating, Co. is seeking a Safety Coordinator to oversee safety programs and compliance across our Springfield, Oregon facilities and job sites.

The role focuses on implementing safety initiatives, conducting inspections, and guiding OSHA-related activities to promote a strong safety culture. Responsibilities include incident investigations, workers' compensation administration, and collaboration with Human Resources to ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in health and safety management across multiple sites.
• Ability to assess hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Experience administering safety training and safety program administration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular safety inspections and identify hazards with corrective actions.
• Coordinate Safety training programs and ensure OSHA compliance.
• Administer Workers' Compensation and light/modified duty programs.
• Maintain OSHA logs and ensure postings are up to date.
• Lead incident investigations and safety reporting.
• Travel within Oregon to sites as needed.
• Work with HR and insurance to support safety operations.

Skills

Health & Safety

Hazard assessment

Safety training

OSHA compliance

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Job Duties:

Comfort Flow Heating is currently recruiting for a Safety Coordinator, based out of our Springfield office. The Safety Coordinator is responsible for applying a broad range of safety knowledge to situations within all facilities as well as field locations and job sites. Provide a wide range of safety programs administration, injury and near-miss analysis, injury claims administration support and routine safety and health advice for the workplace. Plays a key role in the success of the organization by supporting safety initiatives, offering guidance on safety/OSHA compliance and safety best practices while facilitating a positive relationship between personnel and management.

Conduct regular job site and facility inspections to identify existing and potential safety hazards and recommend appropriate corrective or preventive measures.

Work directly with employees and supervisors to identify safety concerns, address hazards, and promote a strong safety culture.

Oversee annual OSHA postings and ensure that OSHA 300 logs are updated, posted and stored as required.

Administers Worker's Compensation and light/modified duty programs in conjunction with Human Resources Manager and insurance carrier.

Maintain organized and confidential records related to safety inspections, training, incidents, injuries, Workers' Compensation claims, and regulatory compliance.

Ensure company safety policies and procedures are consistently followed and maintained in compliance with OSHA, federal and state regulations, and company requirements.

Coordinates investigation of injuries, Worker's Compensation claim reporting, light duty assignments and safety training/retraining.

Work with the Company Fleet Supervisor to investigate vehicular accidents and submit claims and required documentation. Administer post-accident employee drug screens, when required.

Compile and submit accidents, injury, and safety reports in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Maintain organized files and documentation related to safety inspections, training, incidents, injuries, Workers' Compensation claims, and compliance activities.

Develop and implement programs that strengthen safe work practices, improve employee safety awareness, and support compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Conduct occasional overnight travel as required.

Perform other safety-related and administrative duties as assigned.

Work with the HR Manager to identify applicable legal requirements, regulatory obligations, and government reporting requirements related to safety operations.

Serve as a resource for employees and supervisors regarding safety policies, procedures, workplace hazards, and safety-related concerns.

Develop, coordinate, and deliver safety training programs designed to improve employee proficiency in safe work practices and promote safety awareness.

Develop and implement safety inspection policies, procedures, and documentation practices.

Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure they are current and readily accessible to employees.

Maintain current knowledge of OSHA regulations and applicable federal, state, and local safety requirements.

Accompany regulatory and agency personnel during safety, fire, physical, and other compliance audits and assist with the audit process as required.

Manage and participate in Safety Committee meetings and ensure assigned members' responsibilities are completed.

Coordinate the selection, use, and availability of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Requirements

• Minimum High School diploma, GED or equivalent required
• 3-5 years of Health & Safety experience required in a construction environment
• Intermediate knowledge of OSHA laws and requirements.
• Willing to travel as needed across the State of Oregon - occassional overnights required
• Strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated experience in lowering site incident rate in a construction environment
• Strong demonstrated communication, negotiation, influencing, collaboration and team building skills preferred
• Exceptional problem solving skills and ability to work well with others