Safety Coordinator - Charlotte

Hi-Way Paving, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Career growth opportunities

Family-owned business environment

Job summary

Hi-Way Paving, Inc. is seeking a Safety Coordinator to help build a strong safety culture on heavy civil and concrete paving projects based in Charlotte, NC.

You will lead daily safety inspections, orientations, toolbox talks, and on-the-spot coaching, while documenting incidents in the HCSS Safety system. Travel to NC/SC sites is required and OSHA 30-Hour, CPR/First Aid, and a valid driver’s license are mandatory.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of safety experience in construction environments.
• Solid understanding of OSHA construction regulations (1926) and DOT/FMCSA safety rules.
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification (construction), required.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead safety conversations in the field.
• Comfortable using digital technology.
• Bilingual preferred: Spanish.
• CPR/First Aid Certification required; Instructor preferred. EMT/Paramedic experience desirable.
• Ability to gain clearance for restricted/high-security zones (airport AOA, military bases).
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years old to meet job-site safety and labor requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily and weekly safety inspections on job sites.
• Lead new hire safety orientations and toolbox talks, provide on-the-spot coaching.
• Support incident response, investigations, and document findings in HCSS Safety.
• Identify hazards with crews and verify corrective actions.
• Enforce OSHA 1926 and DOT regulations; maintain logs and records.
• Foster open communication and promote safety culture among workers.
• Monitor PPE and equipment inspections.
• Record safety activities in HCSS Safety and track leading indicators.

Skills

Safety experience

OSHA regulations knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Digital literacy

CPR/First Aid

Driver's license

Physical fitness

Education

OSHA 30-Hour Certification (construction)

Tools

HCSS Safety

Job description

Description

At Hi-Way Paving, safety is more than compliance; it's our commitment to every team member and their families. As a Safety Coordinator, you will help build and sustain a strong safety culture by being a visible presence on our heavy civil and concrete paving projects. This position plays a key role in field-level safety support, training, and hazard prevention. You'll work alongside our crews to make safety personal, practical, and effective.

Location: This position is based in Charlotte, NC, with travel as needed to current and future job sites across North Carolina and South Carolina.

What You'll Do

• Job Site Presence: Conduct daily and weekly safety inspections on job sites involving slipform paving, batch plant operations, excavation, rebar/form work, and heavy equipment. Address hazards promptly.
• Training & Orientation: Lead new hire safety orientations, conduct weekly toolbox talks, and provide on-the-spot safety coaching to ensure a safe work environment. Reinforce safe work practices and ensure understanding of job-specific hazards.
• Incident Response & Reporting: Support incident response efforts, assist in investigations, and help identify root causes. Document findings in our HCSS Safety system and ensure timely follow-up.
• Proactive Hazard Identification: Observe site operations for potential risks. Work with crews to develop solutions and verify implementation of corrective actions.
• Regulatory Compliance: Enforce OSHA 1926 standards, DOT regulations, and company policies. Maintain accurate records, including JHAs, SDSs, and inspection logs, to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Employee Engagement: Foster open communication, encourage peer-to-peer safety conversations, and support worker participation. Promote the belief that “this is your safety culture.”
• PPE & Equipment Checks: Monitor correct use of personal protective equipment and assist in verifying that equipment is inspected, tagged, and used safely.
• Digital Documentation: Record all safety-related activities using HCSS Safety, including meetings, inspections, observations, and incidents. Help monitor leading indicators and track trends.

Requirements

What We Look For

• 2+ years of safety experience in construction environments.
• Solid understanding of OSHA construction regulations (1926) and DOT/FMCSA safety rules.
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification (construction), required.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead safety conversations in the field.
• Comfortable using digital technology.
• Bilingual preferred: Ability to communicate effectively with field employees who require bilingual support, primarily in Spanish.
• CPR/First Aid Certification required. CPR/First Aid Instructor preferred. Current or former EMT/Paramedic experience is desirable.
• Additional Requirements:
• Ability to gain clearance for restricted/high-security zones (e.g., airport AOA, military bases).
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs, climb, walk, kneel, squat, push, pull, and enter confined spaces.
• If applicable, indicate union affiliation in your application.
• Must be at least 18 years old to meet job-site safety and labor requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Career growth and development in the growing and essential construction industry.
• A commitment to excellence and professionalism through building and supporting high-performing teams.
• An open, inclusive, and innovative family-owned business environment focused on training and safety for all employees.

About Hi-Way Paving

Hi-Way Paving, Inc. is a general contractor in the heavy/civil construction space focusing on projects involving significant amounts of concrete paving on airfields. We operate in several southeastern and midwestern states with current job sites in Tennessee and North Carolina, as well as corporate/back office operations in Ohio (our headquarters) and remote locations. We perform most of our work and services as a prime contractor, but occasionally serve as a subcontractor on principal contracts with federal, state, and other governmental agencies as well as private owners. At Hi-Way, we are doers, innovators, and leaders in concrete paving and construction technology. We’re proud of our people, our work, and our quality. As a team member, you’ll have the opportunity to build your career in the growing and essential construction industry and work on a team consistently recognized as one of the best in the industry.

Hi-Way Paving, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building high-performing, diverse, and inclusive teams from the job site to our Dublin, Ohio headquarters. Learn more about Equal Employment Opportunity through this legal overview and supplement.