Safety Onboarding Coordinator

Mcaninch Corp.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

A leading construction safety firm is seeking a Safety Onboarding Coordinator for a hybrid role that emphasizes new hire orientation and compliance with OSHA and DOT requirements. The role includes developing training, coordinating scheduling for safety evaluations, and ensuring a safe workforce. Candidates should have 3+ years of safety experience in the construction sector, exceptional communication skills, and a Bachelor's degree may substitute experience. This role offers competitive pay up to $65,000 annually with comprehensive benefits including an ESOP program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years safety experience in the construction industry.
• Delivering safety training and presentations.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver new hire safety orientation.
• Maintain and update safety training materials.
• Coordinate pre-employment scheduling and compliance.

Skills

OSHA

First Aid/CPR

Confined Spaces

Excavation Safety

Presentation skills

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Safety Management or related field

Job description

McAninch Corporation is a leader in the grading and underground utility industry. We are an employee-owned company that has been recognized as an Iowa Top Workplace for the last 8 years. We partner with a wide variety of clients to provide mass grading, underground wet and dry utilities, excavation, and backfill services for residential and industrial construction projects in Iowa and Eastern Nebraska.

Position Description:

McAninch is seeking a Safety Onboarding Coordinator to serve in a hybrid Safety‑HR role, focused on new hire orientation and pre-employment compliance. This position delivers engaging safety orientations, ensures compliance with OSHA and DOT requirements, and manages pre-employment scheduling for drug screens, physicals, and background checks. This is an excellent opportunity for a safety professional who enjoys training and building a safe workforce.

This position reports to the Safety Director. The Coordinator typically starts at 6:30am and works 50‑55 hours per week. This position is on-site and is not eligible for telework.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver new hire safety orientation to ensure new employees understand company culture, policies, procedures, and systems.
• Maintain and update safety orientation and training materials to ensure compliance with company policies and applicable OSHA, DOT, and other regulatory requirements.
• Manage scheduling of and results for pre-employment physicals, drug tests, and background checks to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Coordinate orientation schedules with Human Resources and ensure required technology, materials, and equipment are prepared.
• Track training completion, assess effectiveness of programs, and maintain accurate training records and files.
• Support recruitment efforts, including attending hiring events and participating in interviews as needed.
• Advise Safety Director of safety compliance concerns and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in the development, evaluation and enhancement of other safety programs as assigned.
• Conduct jobsite visits regularly to observe work practices, perform safety inspections, and verify proper training and use of personnel protective equipment (PPE).
• Manage documentation for Pre-Task Planning (PTPs) and jobsite permits.
• Perform other administrative duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years safety experience with OSHA, First Aid/CPR, Confined Spaces, and/or Excavation Safety in the construction industry.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety Management, Occupational Safety, or related field may substitute for required experience.
• Strong presentation skills, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to engage adult learners.
• Proven experience delivering safety training and presentations to small groups. Able to effectively answer questions from employees, managers, and clients.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be available to travel when necessary (generally less than 20%).

Physical Requirements:

• Primarily sedentary work, requiring the ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, data entry, and operating office equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors and stand/walk on uneven terrain.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching within an office environment.
• Ability to lift and carry light objects, typically up to 10 lbs.

Compensation:

• Up to $65,000 per year, based on experience.
• 100% paid benefits, including health/dental/vision insurance premiums, life insurance, LTD/STD and cancer insurance.
• 401(k) with 3% company match and profit sharing.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) that awards shares in McAninch Corporation.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.