Site Safety Coordinator

30 Harris Mid-Atlantic, LLC; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 65,392 - 98,088; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation time

Sick time

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Short-Term Incentive Plan

Job summary

Harris is seeking a Safety Coordinator to assist in supervising the health and safety programs across projects. You will help maintain a safe work environment, contribute to safety culture, and support supervision with hazard control and training.

Responsibilities include site walks, permit issuance, incident documentation, and collaboration with project managers. A strong OSHA background and relevant certifications are required to ensure compliance and safety excellence.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required in Occupational Health and Safety, or related.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Occupational Health and Safety, or related.
• 2+ years of construction/industrial occupational health and safety experience.
• 2+ years of Microsoft Office experience.
• Proficient understanding of OSHA standards and guidelines.
• Comprehensive knowledge of worker’s compensation documentation.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising and administering safety/first aid and rescue squad activities.
• Conduct site walks and inspections, incident documentation, and safety plan reviews.
• Issue permits for confined spaces and hot work as required.
• Attend safety committee meetings and observe daily safety routines.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing daily Pre-Task Plans for project crews.
• Support training programs and safety orientation processes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

OSHA standards knowledge

LOTO procedures

Arc Flash awareness

Bloodborne Pathogens knowledge

First Aid & CPR certification

OSHA 30-Hour Certification

NFPA 70E awareness

OSHA 510 Certification

Education

Associate's degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The purpose of your role as a Safety Coordinator Assist in the supervision and administration of Harris’ health & safety programs to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Contributes to the desired safety and work culture of the organization.

Safety:

• Assist in controlling hazardous working conditions and unsafe employee activities through interface with project management/supervisory personnel
• Assist in supervision and administration of safety/first aid and rescue squad activities.
• Assume total responsibility for safety operation when assigned to shift work
• Participate in developing and conducting employee orientation training, task specific training, ongoing supervisor training and assist in developing/training project manager safety
• Conduct a minimum of (4) site walks for work area surveillance inspections, air-sampling tests for confined space entry, property, damage and personal injury investigations
• Document all accidents, safety violations, unsafe conditions/activities.
• Issue confined area entry and “hot work” permits as required
• Accompany safety, health and insurance inspections on walk through tours as required
• Review, capture and assist in preparing written safety plans, Activity Hazard analysis, High Risk Activity schedules and Pre-Plans
• Review safety related journals, catalogues, etc. to keep abreast of changes/improvements in protective safety equipment, materials and gear
• Assist in preparing written appeals for safety violation citations
• Assist in, preparing and reviewing, sign off acceptance of daily Pre-Task Plans for project work crews
• Attend weekly safety committee meetings as assigned by the manager
• Participate in and observe daily morning crew huddles and flex Stretch routine

Tool & PPE Coordination:

• Review tools & PPE orders for shipment to job sites, restock is made available, defective tools are removed and reported
• Assess equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected
• Ensure all items are stored according to fieldwork procedures and company standards

What we're looking for in you

• Associate's degree required in Occupational Health and Safety, or related
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Occupational Health and Safety, or related
• 2+ years of construction/industrial occupational health and safety experience
• 2+ years of Microsoft Office experience
• Proficient understanding of OSHA standards and guidelines
• Comprehensive knowledge of worker’s compensation documentation
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Strong communication skills – both verbal and written
• Hold a valid OSHA 30-Hour Certification
• OSHA 510 Certification strongly valued
• Certified in First Aid & CPR required
• NFPA 70E Awareness Training required
• Demonstrated experience with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and safety protocols preferred
• Knowledge of Arc Flash hazards and safe work practices
• Familiarity with Bloodborne Pathogens standards and proper safety procedures

Your life at Harris As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you! From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.

Harris Benefits + Compensation

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Paid Parental leave
• Short-Term Incentive Plan

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance

Pay Range: $65,392.51 - $98,088.76 The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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As one of the country’s leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you! From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.