Safety Coordinator (SC)

POLK MECHANICAL COMPANY LLC; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

POLK MECHANICAL COMPANY LLC is seeking a Safety Coordinator to serve as the primary safety professional on a project or worksite in Houston, TX. You will implement safety programs, coach field personnel, and manage incidents and audits to maintain a safe work environment.

Key duties include coordinating with supervision, conducting hazard assessments, and maintaining compliance through Procore and SMS systems.

Formación

• Requires high school diploma or GED; associate or bachelor in safety/OSH preferred.
• OSHA 30 and OSHA 500 required; CSHO/CHST preferred.
• Experience in safety or construction 3–5 years is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate with project supervision to implement safety protocols on site.
• Ensure safety expectations from GC, Polk, and regulations are communicated and followed.
• Conduct safety assessments, document hazards and corrective actions.
• Communicate incidents and high-risk activities with Site/Regional Safety Manager.
• Maintain documentation in SMS/Procore or other systems.

Conocimientos

Safety program implementation

Coaching and mentoring

Written and verbal communication

Educación

High School diploma or GED; OSH degree preferred

Herramientas

Excel

SMS/Procore

Descripción del empleo

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)

EEO Disclaimer

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