Safety Coordinator, Henrico

Fishel Co; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Safety Coordinator to join their team in Virginia. This role is pivotal in promoting a culture of safety and accident prevention within the utility construction sector. You will be responsible for training teammates, conducting safety assessments, and ensuring compliance with safety policies. The company values your growth and offers competitive pay along with excellent benefits, including health insurance and a profit-sharing plan. If you are passionate about safety and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401k

Profit Sharing Plan

Career Development Path

Industry Training

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction safety and utility construction required.
• Advanced safety accreditation preferred, including OSHA 30-hour.

Responsibilities

• Oversee training and implementation of safety policies to mitigate risks.
• Conduct Safety Assessments and provide coaching to crews.

Skills

Construction Safety

Effective Communication

Coaching

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

OSHA 30-hour Certification

First Aid/CPR Certification

Smith System Driving Trainer Certification

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Since 1936, we’ve been the Best Choice in utility engineering and construction. Safety is our top priority and is key in everything we do. We’re industry professionals driven by high performance for our customers and each other. Interested in joining our Team?

Description

Team Fishel, the Best Choice in Utility Construction since 1936, is hiring a Safety Coordinator for our Central Virginia operations, to be based in Mechanicsville, VA. The responsibilities for this position include promoting Team Fishel's Accident-Free culture, assisting our Teammates to learn and implement company safety policies, coaching crews on safe work habits, conducting Safety Assessments on project sites, and participating in accident investigation and root cause analysis if necessary.

Responsibilities

1. Oversees training and implementation of company policies and programs meant to mitigate risk and protect Teammates from health and safety risks.
2. Creates and delivers safety training programs educating Teammates on safe working practices.
3. Provides field leadership with weekly safety/training reports.
4. Completes Safety Assessments on project sites, debriefs findings, and provides coaching to crews.
5. Ensures appropriate investigation of and response to accidents or injuries.
6. Contributes to safety planning, direction, and goal setting for safety programs.
7. Tracks and reports on safety metrics to identify trends, strengths, and areas for improvement.
8. Promotes our safety culture and value of being Accident Free; develops a partnership with field crews.

Requirements & Qualifications

1. 3+ years of experience in the construction safety industry, knowledge of utility construction (including electric, natural gas, and telecommunications) required.
2. Extensive experience with electric linework and power distribution is highly desirable.
3. Candidates should possess advanced accreditation in safety, including OSHA 30-hour, First Aid/CPR; Smith System Driving Trainer certification is a plus.
4. Ability to perform onsite safety audits and document findings.
5. Must be an effective communicator and coach; familiar with MS Office and Google Workspace.
6. Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred.
7. Ability to travel within the state of Virginia to provide support to crews and area offices.

Team Fishel offers excellent industry training and a career development path for our Teammates. Competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan!

Join Team Fishel, your future and your team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Team Fishel is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities/Females/Disability/Protected Veteran.