Site Safety Spotter for Construction Operations

Helix Electric Inc; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-Time stable career opportunity

Employer-paid health & dental

Life and AD&D coverage

401K with vesting

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Helix Electric in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a dependable Spotter to support safe, efficient jobsite operations. The role focuses on monitoring active areas, guiding safe equipment movement, and maintaining clear communication with operators and crews.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and OSHA 10 certification (or be able to obtain). Prior construction or industrial experience is preferred, and readiness to work 8–10 hour days with PPE compliance is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• OSHA 10 certification required or ability to obtain.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures and hand signals.
• Experience around moving equipment or active construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a dedicated spotter for work activities requiring continuous visual monitoring and clear communication.
• Monitor active work areas for hazards, unauthorized access, and unsafe conditions.
• Help guide the safe movement and positioning of equipment, materials, and personnel in active work zones.
• Maintain visual contact with operators and nearby personnel during controlled work activities.
• Assist with barricades, warning zones, restricted-access areas, and traffic-control measures.
• Support ladder safety and MEWP-related safety compliance on site.
• Communicate immediately when work must pause or be adjusted for safety reasons.
• Follow project safety plans, job hazard analyses, site-specific requirements, and trainings.
• Wear required PPE at all times and promote safe work practices on site.

Skills

OSHA 10

Bilingual EN/ES

Safety signals/hand signals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Helix Electric in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a dependable Spotter to support safe, efficient jobsite operations. The role focuses on monitoring active areas, guiding safe equipment movement, and maintaining clear communication with operators and crews.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and OSHA 10 certification (or be able to obtain). Prior construction or industrial experience is preferred, and readiness to work 8–10 hour days with PPE compliance is expected.