Safety Tech II - National Travel

Interstates Companies; Sioux Center (IA); Remote; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Bonus incentives and merit increases

Career coaching and professional dev

Job summary

Interstates is seeking a Safety Technician II to protect workers on construction sites nationwide. The role works with site leadership to identify hazards, enforce safety practices, and train team members in a field-based setting.

You will lead safety operations, conduct root-cause investigations, and support on-site audits and toolbox talks, with growth opportunities at a safety-forward electrical and OT solutions company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety, Occupational Safety & Health, or related field.
• OSHA 510 certification or equivalent.
• Equivalent combination of education and field experience.
• Construction safety experience.
• NFPA/70E training
• 30-hour OSHA training
• Willingness to travel nationwide
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and regulations
• Ability to write reports and procedures
• Ability to calculate OSHA incident rates and percentages
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, SharePoint

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day safety operations on a construction site.
• Lead investigations of unsafe acts and accidents to determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Monitor and promote on-site safety audits.
• Lead site safety meetings and trainings.
• Work with site management to ensure safety equipment and supplies are available.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Willingness to travel nationwide

Reading/interpreting technical docs

Microsoft Office familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety or related field

OSHA 510 certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Take Charge of Your Career at Interstates

At Interstates, we don't just show up to work, we show up for each other. From our headquarters in Iowa to job sites across the country, we're doing award-winning electrical, controls, automation, and OT work that powers industrial facilities for clients here in the U.S. and around the world. Whether you're bending conduit, wiring panels, writing code, supporting projects, or helping things run behind the scenes, you'll be part of a crew that works hard, shares laughs, and takes pride in doing quality work. We believe in building strong teams, doing the right thing, and making a difference in the communities where we live. If you want to grow and do meaningful work, you'll feel at home here.

Build a Safety Career That Makes a Real Impact

As a Safety Technician II at Interstates, you'll help protect people, support field teams, and strengthen a culture where safety comes first. This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys being in the field, solving problems, and building trusted relationships across the job site.

You'll partner with site leadership and field teams to identify hazards, strengthen safety practices, and help ensure every person on site has the tools and support needed to work safely.

What You'll Do

• Oversee day-to-day safety operations on a construction site
• Instruct site management to identify and immediately correct unsafe working conditions or equipment
• Lead investigations of unsafe acts and accidents to determine root cause and corrective actions
• Monitor and promote on-site safety audits
• Lead site safety meetings
• Train interns or Safety Technician I team members
• Work with site management to ensure safety equipment and supplies are available on site
• Assist with root cause analysis meetings and documentation
• Manage site-specific injuries and accidents with limited direction

Travel Requirements

• This role requires 100% travel within the United States.
• Projects may require travel for extended periods of time, depending on scope and schedule.
• Work across a variety of industries and project types
• This position is ideal for someone who enjoys travel, variety, and field-based work.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Lead independently and make sound decisions
• Stay visible and engaged in the field
• Drive investigations and corrective actions
• Support training and compliance
• Build trust with crews and site leadership

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety, Occupational Safety & Health, or related field
• OR OSHA 510 certification
• OR equivalent combination of education and field experience
• Construction safety experience
• NFPA/70E training
• 30-hour OSHA training
• Willingness to travel nationwide
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and regulations
• Ability to write reports and procedures
• Ability to calculate OSHA incident rates and percentages
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, SharePoint, and general computer applications
• Sound judgment, strong prioritization skills, and ability to work well under pressure

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous construction safety experience
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Experience supporting incident investigations
• Comfort presenting to groups or leading toolbox talks
• Experience training interns or junior team members
• Familiarity with behavioral-based safety practices

Compensation

• $34 - $36/hr, compensation is based on experience and may vary based on skill level, certifications, and project responsibilities
• Bonus potential
• Per diem, as applicable
• Opportunities for increased responsibility and compensation growth

Why Interstates?

• We describe our culture as family-like, and we mean it
• You're treated as an individual, not a number
• Supportive co-workers who genuinely care
• Opportunities to grow your career and expand your impact
• A company committed to safety, teamwork, and doing the right thing

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Bonus incentives and merit increases
• Career coaching and professional development
• Advancement opportunities

Who Thrives in This Role?

• People who are proactive, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Strong communicators who can coach and influence others
• Team members who enjoy field work and hands‑on problem-solving
• Safety‑minded professionals who want to make a measurable impact on every jobsite

What You Should Know Before You Apply

Interstates may collect personal information as part of your job application, such as your contact details, work history, education, and any information you provide. This information is used only for recruitment, to evaluate your candidacy, and to meet legal requirements. For details about our privacy practices and your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please see ourPrivacy Policy. By applying, you acknowledge that you have reviewed this notice.

Interstates is an EEO provider and offers a drug‑free workplace. Employment at Interstances is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without notice or cause, except as otherwise provided by law.