Safety Coordinator- Traveler

IES Communications; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety is Priority One

Competitive pay

401(k) plan with employer match

Company paid time off

Company paid life insurance

Medical coverage options

Dental and vision coverage

Job summary

IES Communications is seeking a Safety Coordinator to implement and oversee safety policies, programs, training, and inspections on the assigned project and other sites as needed, ensuring compliance with all company, site, customer, and federal/state standards.

You will lead safety audits, incident investigations, root cause analyses, and safety training delivery (OSHA 10/30, NEO). EMT or higher credentials are strongly preferred, with travel within branch/regional territories as required.

Qualifications

• Must be self-motivated and able to lead safety initiatives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct safety trainings and presentations.
• Ability to perform site audits and inspections per standards.

Responsibilities

• Fully support all safety policies and state/federal standards.
• Perform documented jobsite safety audits and inspections.
• Conduct root cause investigations for incidents.
• Deliver safety training including OSHA 10/30 and NEO.
• Prepare written safety reports and summaries.
• Coordinate with site management and stakeholders.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

EMT or higher credentials preferred

Three years’ construction safety experience

CHST certification preferred

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Summary

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for implementing, administering, maintaining and coordinating all IES safety policies and programs including safety training and inspections for the assigned project and others as needed. Ensures compliance with all IES and Site/Customer safety policies and procedure, as well as Federal and State Standards. Develops and manages Safety/Health initiatives aimed at preventing and eliminating occupational incidents, injuries and illnesses. EMT or higher credentials strongly preferred.

Travel Requirements

Must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Fully support all IES and Site/Customer safety policies, procedures and programs and Federal and State Standards.
• Ensure implementation and compliance with IES Safety Policies, Procedures and Programs within the Communications Division and Site/Customer Site Specific Policies, Procedures and Programs.
• Perform safety presentations and develop safety presentations and related training as required.
• Schedule and perform documented jobsite safety audits/inspections to determine compliance with all IES and Site/Customer safety policies, procedures and programs and federal, state safety standards.
• Oversee and maintain activities involving confined space entry; along with any documentation or training requirements required.
• Conduct or direct activities aimed at identifying potential hazards and develop safety action plans to correct any non‑compliance issues and work with operations and management for implementation.
• Develop processes and plans to reduce or eliminate hazards and safety incidents.
• Deliver safety new employee orientation (NEO), OSHA 10/30 hour and other safety training as needed &/or required by IES, Site/Customer, OSHA, state or local safety standards.
• Deliver and coordinate safety training for management and field personnel in accident prevention techniques, compliance with IES safety policies, procedures and programs and federal and state standards.
• As needed, prepare written reports and summaries to provide concise, meaningful information regarding safety audits, investigations and issues.
• Conduct and coordinate root cause investigations on recordable incidents, near misses and vehicle incidents.
• Utilize the root cause analysis to help operations identify and implement corrective actions to help prevent future reoccurrence of similar incidents.
• Participate in and take the lead in any OSHA inspection process as defined in the IES Safety Manual Section 18 and effectively communicate with project stakeholders.
• Prepare and maintain safety related records and reports.
• Teach, counsel and mentor all stakeholders to uphold the IES Safety Culture.
• Coordinate Activities with and support site management.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Salary

Min: USD 35.00/hr. Max: USD 50.00/hr.

Qualifications

• Must be self‑motivated, positive in approach, professional and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
• Must promote company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
• Must be able to act as the company liaison for interface with customer, vendor, contractor, and IES representative(s).
• Must possess proven problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
• Must possess the manual dexterity, flexibility and visual acuity to perform inspection functions requiring walking, climbing, squatting, lifting, bending, twisting, etc.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and distinguish all applicable codes, colors and symbols correctly.
• Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner.
• Must possess the ability to learn the company and customer computer systems.
• Regular and reliable job attendance required.

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements

• Must possess at least a high school diploma or GED equivalency; associate degree or higher preferred.
• EMT or higher credentials preferred.
• Must possess a minimum of three years’ experience in construction safety, preferably in the telecommunications or electrical industry.
• Knowledge of the OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction.
• Knowledge and experience with the Confined Space Entry Standards 1926.1200 Subpart AA preferred.
• Current status as an authorized OSHA OTI 500 Construction Outreach Trainer.
• CHST (Construction Health/Safety Technician) Certification or equivalent preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer knowledge and experience utilizing MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).
• Must be detail‑oriented with high level organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with project stakeholders including field personnel, IES management and customer interfaces.
• Ability to respond as needed in support of all safety emergency situations with or without advance notice.
• Must meet company minimum driving standards.
• Must have proven ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.

Minimum Education

High School.

Benefits

• Safety is Priority One.
• Competitive pay.
• Company 401(k) plan with employer contribution match.
• Company paid time off.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Choice of medical coverage including prescription and short‑term disability plans.
• Choice of dental and vision coverage.
• Optional long‑term disability, critical illness, accident, legal and pet coverage.
• Auto and home insurance discount programs.

EEO Statement

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, Encouraged to Apply.

Disability Accommodation

IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at 713‑860‑1500.

Workplace Type

Onsite.