Safety Coordinator - Per-Diem + Pay BUMP! Temple, TX, Austin

Walker Engineering, Inc.; Texas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Walker Engineering, Inc. is hiring Safety Coordinators for the Austin Division, with the job located in Temple, TX. The Safety Coordinator will supervise safety on projects, oversee subcontractors, and coordinate safety training and reporting as part of the project team.

Ideal candidates have OSHA 30, 5+ years of safety experience, and a high school diploma or GED. Strong communications and teamwork are essential for success in fast-paced construction environments in Texas.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30 certification required
• OSHA 500 preferred
• 5+ years of safety experience
• High School diploma or GED required
• Knowledge of construction safety regulations in Texas helpful

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safety implementation with supervision on-site.
• Perform regular safety assessments and recommend improvements.
• Communicate with the Regional Safety Manager on safety issues affecting the project.
• Mentor hourly personnel on safety practices.
• Participate in project safety committees.
• Coordinate safety staffing for shutdowns, commissioning, etc.
• Investigate incidents and support required reports and forms.
• Deliver site-specific safety training, audits, orientations, and coaching.
• Identify urgent safety situations and take corrective action.
• Interact professionally with general contractors, owners, other trades, and clients.
• Propose improvements to Walker safety policies and programs.
• Assist with JHAs, ORMs, PTPs, etc.

Skills

General construction safety rules

Electrical safety rules

Valid driver’s license

Strong communication skills

Team player

Computer skills for safety reports

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Job Description

We are hiring for Safety Coordinators for our Austin Division - Job located in Temple, TX.

The Safety Coordinator (SC) is the primary safety supervisor normally attached to a specific project. Along with the project management team, the SC is responsible for the planning, direction, training, communication, and execution of safety efforts at the project for Walker Engineering, and for the oversight of subcontractors as contractually required. The SC will occasionally attend to other safety issues as necessary within the region or state.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate with supervision on project safety implementation at all levels of the jobsite
• Complete regular safety assessments, and recommend improvement strategies
• Communicate frequently and effectively with the Regional Safety Manager on all issues affecting safety at the project
• Provide direction and mentorship to hourly personnel
• Participate in project required safety committees
• Coordinate appropriate safety staffing for high profile shutdowns, commissioning, etc.
• Thoroughly investigate incidents and provide assistance to supervision to complete associated reports and forms
• Provide site specific training, audits, orientations, and coaching
• Identify safety situations that require immediate action and remove employees when needed
• Interact with general contractors, owners, other trades, and clients in an appropriate manner
• Recommend additional company policies and programs that improve Walker safety efforts
• Train personnel and assist with the completion of JHAs, ORMs, PTPs, etc...
• Be able to use testing equipment (air samplers, light meters, etc.), and document results
• Assist with, or provide regular safety meetings

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of general construction and electrical safety rules and regulations
• Valid driver’s license satisfactory for company minimum requirements
• Above average communications skills, ability to speak to groups
• Strong passion for safety and health
• Ability to work in a team setting
• Computer skills necessary to create and complete safety reports

Certifications: OSHA 30, (OSHA 500 preferred)

Education: High School or GED Equivalent

Experience: 5+ years safety preferred

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Company Description

Walker Engineering Inc. was formed in Dallas, Texas in 1981. Since then the company has grown from three employees to one of the largest electrical contractors and network technology providers in the states of Texas with offices in Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio.

We have successfully built projects in many diverse market segments and the revenue for the company now exceeds $1B. The over 2,000 employees at Walker Engineering strive to deliver high-quality work at a fair price. The principle of Trust Built on Performance is provided to each client regardless of the size of the project.