Safety Coordinator (SC)

Polk Mechanical Company; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk Mechanical Company is seeking a Safety Coordinator to serve as the primary safety professional on a single project, site, or facility. You will implement safety programs, engage in daily field activities, coach personnel, and manage incidents using SMS/Procore.

Responsibilities include conducting hazard assessments, documenting trends, and leading safety training and toolbox talks. OSHA 30/500 are required, with CHST/CSHO preferred; a valid license is needed for field operations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required; an associate or bachelor’s degree in occupational safety & health is preferred.
• 3–5 years of safety or construction experience is preferred.
• OSHA 30 and OSHA 500 are required; CSHO/CHST are preferred.
• Valid driver’s license meeting company requirements.
• Knowledge of general construction operations (mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, sheet metal, welding).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to coach and mentor field personnel.
• Proficiency with safety reporting platforms (Excel, SMS/Procore).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project supervision to implement safety protocols on the jobsite.
• Ensure safety expectations are communicated and followed by GC, Polk, and regulatory bodies.
• Conduct regular safety assessments, document hazards and corrective actions, identify trends.
• Communicate with Site Safety Manager or Regional Safety Manager about incidents and high-risk activities.
• Maintain accurate safety records in SMS/Procore or other systems.
• Provide direction and mentorship to Safety Representatives and field personnel.
• Coordinate safety staffing for shutdowns, commissioning, and live system tie-ins.
• Lead or assist incident investigations and root-cause analyses.
• Deliver site-specific safety training, orientations, and toolbox talks.
• Review high-risk permits such as hot work, confined space, and lift plans.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Safety training

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's in Occupational Safety & Health

Tools

Excel

SMS/Procore

Job description

Overview

Polk Mechanical is seeking a Safety Coordinator (SC) to serve as the primary safety professional assigned to a single project, facility, or worksite. This position implements and supports Polk Mechanical's safety programs through daily field engagement, hazard identification, coaching, training, inspections, and incident management, reporting to a Site Safety Manager or Regional Safety Manager depending on project structure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project supervision to implement safety protocols at all levels of the jobsite
• Ensure GC, Polk, and regulatory safety expectations are clearly communicated and executed
• Complete regular safety assessments, documenting hazards, corrective actions, and trends
• Communicate frequently with the assigned Site Safety Manager or Regional Safety Manager regarding incidents and high-risk activities
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in SMS/Procore or other assigned systems
• Provide direction, coaching, and mentorship to Safety Representatives and field personnel
• Coordinate safety staffing for shutdowns, commissioning, and live system tie-ins
• Lead or support incident investigations, gathering documentation and performing root-cause analysis
• Deliver or arrange site-specific safety training, orientations, and toolbox talks
• Review high-risk permits such as hot work, confined space, and lift plans

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate or bachelor's degree in occupational safety & health preferred
• 3 to 5 years of safety or construction experience preferred
• OSHA 30 and OSHA 500 required; CSHO or CHST preferred
• Valid driver's license meeting company requirements
• Knowledge of general construction operations (mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, sheet metal, welding)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to coach, mentor, and influence field personnel
• Proficiency in computers and safety reporting platforms (Excel, SMS/Procore)

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