Safety Coordinator - Austin , TX

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Opportunities for career advancement

Training and development programs

401K Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Safety Coordinator to support the implementation and daily administration of safety programs across assigned operations and construction projects in Austin, TX. You will promote safe work practices, regulatory compliance, hazard awareness, and workforce engagement in field settings.

You will conduct field inspections, incident reporting, training, onboarding, audits, and safety documentation; maintain records; and collaborate with field leadership, project teams, and

Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification required, OSHA 30 preferred.
• Minimum 2–4 years construction or safety experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety procedures and documentation.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and administration of safety programs across projects.
• Conduct field inspections, safety observations, audits, and jobsite reviews.
• Assist with incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate safety orientations, toolbox talks, and training sessions.
• Maintain safety records, logs, certifications, training records, and audit findings.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

MS Office

Reading safety procedures

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or coursework in Safety related field

Combination of education and safety experience

Tools

Safety management software

Electronic reporting systems

Mobile technology platforms

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Safety Coordinator supports the implementation and daily administration of the company’s safety programs, policies, and compliance initiatives across assigned projects, branch operations, service operations, or field activities. This role works closely with field leadership, project management teams, and safety leadership to promote safe work practices, regulatory compliance, hazard awareness, and workforce engagement throughout active construction operations.

The Safety Coordinator assists with field inspections, training activities, incident reporting, compliance documentation, safety audits, onboarding activities, and workforce communication efforts to help maintain a safe and compliant work environment. This position serves as a key operational support role by helping reinforce company safety expectations, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring employees and subcontractors follow established safety procedures and customer requirements.

The Safety Coordinator routinely interacts with employees, supervisors, subcontractors, customers, and safety leadership while supporting multiple projects and operational priorities simultaneously. This role requires strong organizational skills, communication abilities, field presence, and the ability to work effectively in both office and active construction environments.

Tasks may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Support implementation and administration of company safety programs, policies, procedures, and compliance initiatives across assigned operations and projects.
• Conduct routine field inspections, safety observations, audits, and jobsite reviews to identify hazards and support corrective action efforts.
• Assist with incident reporting, investigations, corrective action tracking, and maintenance of required compliance documentation and records.
• Coordinate and support employee safety orientations, toolbox talks, training sessions, workforce communication efforts, and onboarding activities.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety standards, customer requirements, PPE usage, and safe work practices.
• Partner with field leadership, project teams, and subcontractors to promote workforce engagement, hazard awareness, and accountability throughout operations.
• Maintain safety reports, inspection logs, certifications, training records, audit findings, and other electronic or manual documentation systems.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, regulatory inspections, customer audits, emergency response activities, and other operational safety priorities as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic to intermediate knowledge of OSHA regulations, construction safety practices, and hazard recognition principles.
• Understanding of construction operations, electrical safety practices, PPE requirements, and jobsite safety expectations preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with employees, field leadership, subcontractors, and customers.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments, projects, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to identify hazards, document findings, and assist with corrective action implementation.
• Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and maintaining confidentiality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, electronic reporting systems, safety management software, and mobile technology platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret safety procedures, construction documentation, inspection reports, and operational records.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and compliance documentation.
• Ability to adapt to changing operational priorities and fast-paced construction environments.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May provide coordination support for subcontractor safety compliance activities and workforce communication efforts.
• Assists safety leadership and field supervision with training coordination, compliance tracking, and operational support activities.
• Supports onboarding and workforce engagement initiatives across assigned projects or operational teams.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or coursework in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Construction Management, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred.
• Combination of education, certifications, and relevant construction or safety experience may be considered.

Certifications/Licenses:

• OSHA 10 required; OSHA 30 preferred.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification preferred or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.
• Additional safety certifications or specialized construction safety training preferred.

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum 2–4 years of construction, industrial, manufacturing, or safety-related experience preferred.
• Experience supporting field operations, conducting inspections, maintaining compliance records, or assisting with safety initiatives preferred.
• Experience working in construction, electrical contracting, industrial environments, or mission critical operations preferred.
• Familiarity with OSHA standards, safety documentation processes, and incident reporting systems preferred.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays (8.5 days)
• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance (covered by Enterprise.)
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Training and development programs
• 401K Retirement savings plan
• We offer competitive compensation and the opportunity for career growth within our organization.
• Job Type: Full-time