Safety Coordinator - Altoona, IA

Insight Global; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Safety Coordinator to implement and manage safety programs for our projects in Iowa. The role focuses on training, inspections, and compliance with OSHA regulations, and requires strong communication with field teams and clients.

EMT or higher credentials are strongly preferred, and travel within the territory may be required to support safety audits, investigations, and incident prevention initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction safety experience, preferably within telecommunications or electrical.
• Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 construction safety regulations.
• Current Authorized OSHA OTI 500 Construction Outreach Trainer status.
• Confined Space Entry knowledge/experience preferred.
• CHST certification or equivalent preferred/required at some sites.
• EMT or higher credentials preferred.
• Strong communication, training, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel within assigned territory as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct documented jobsite safety audits and inspections.
• Identify hazards and develop corrective action plans.
• Deliver new-hire safety orientation, OSHA 10/30-hour, and other required safety training.
• Oversee confined-space entry activities and associated documentation/training.
• Conduct root-cause investigations for recordable incidents, near misses, and vehicle incidents.
• Maintain safety records/reports and support OSHA inspections.
• Work closely with field personnel, site management, customers, vendors, and contractors.

Skills

Safety program development

OSHA standards knowledge

OSHA 10/30 training delivery

EMT or higher credentials

Education

Authorized OSHA OTI 500 Construction Outreach Trainer

CHST certification or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for implementing, administering, maintaining and coordinating all safety policies and programs including safety training and inspections for the assigned project and others as needed. Ensures compliance with all Site/Customer safety policies and procedure, as well as Federal and State Standards. Develops and manages Safety/Health initiatives aimed at preventing and eliminating occupational incidents, injuries and illnesses. EMT or higher credentials strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct documented jobsite safety audits and inspections. Identify hazards and develop corrective action plans. Deliver new-hire safety orientation, OSHA 10/30-hour, and other required safety training. Oversee confined-space entry activities and associated documentation/training. Conduct root-cause investigations for recordable incidents, near misses, and vehicle incidents. Maintain safety records/reports and support OSHA inspections. Work closely with field personnel, site management, customers, vendors, and contractors.

Skills and Requirements

3+ years of construction safety experience, preferably within telecommunications or electrical. Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 construction safety regulations. Current Authorized OSHA OTI 500 Construction Outreach Trainer status. Confined Space Entry knowledge/experience preferred. CHST certification or equivalent preferred/required at some sites. EMT or higher credentials preferred. Strong communication, training, organization, and problem-solving skills. Ability to travel within assigned territory as needed.

• EMT, Paramedic, or higher medical credentials
• BCSP certifications (required for some client sites such as Meta projects)
• CSP, CHST, ASP, OHST, or other safety certifications
• Telecommunications, data center, or mission-critical project experience
• Experience leading OSHA inspections and regulatory interactions

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].