Traveling Field Safety Coordinator

Knobelsdorffenterprises; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental coverage

HSA contributions

Life and disability

401(k) match

Weekly pay

Holidays & PTO

Education reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Knobelsdorff (KE) is seeking a Safety Coordinator to promote, monitor, and enforce site-level safety practices nationwide. You will work with project teams to ensure OSHA compliance, KE safety policies, and project requirements, helping to build a proactive safety culture on every job site.

The role requires auditing safety docs, conducting site inspections, and travel to assignments, including overnight and multi-week out-of-state trips.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• OSHA 30 certification, or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• First Aid/CPR/AED and Fall Protection training or willingness to obtain.
• Experience in safety audits, investigations, and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Advise and mentor project teams on safety policies and procedures.
• Provide safety education and training to field personnel as needed.
• Oversee and audit project safety documentation to KE standards.
• Conduct site safety audits and incident investigations.
• Monitor and enforce adherence to all safety rules and regulations.
• Prepare mandated safety statistics and compliance reports.
• Support risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Assist field personnel with EHS/OHS challenges.
• Attend daily Tailgate meetings to discuss hazards and best practices.
• Support pre-construction safety planning and drive a safe culture.
• Travel extensively, including overnight and multi-week assignments.

Skills

Safety coordination

OSHA 30

First Aid/CPR/AED

Spanish (bilingual)

communication

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Strong teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in Safety Management

Construction/Safety degree bonus

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

This role supports the Safety team by promoting, monitoring, and enforcing site-level safety practices across KE job sites nationwide. You'll be responsible for ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, KE safety policies, and project-specific requirements that directly impact safe project execution and overall job site performance.

Success in this role means creating a proactive safety culture, reducing risk, and empowering teams to work safely, all while upholding KE's commitment to Safety, People, Passion, and Performance. If you're someone who takes pride in doing things the right way and thrives in a fast-moving environment, this position is built for you.

What You’ll Do

• Working alongside, advising, and mentoring project teams on KE safety policies and procedures
• Providing safety education and training to field personnel as needed
• Overseeing and auditing project-level safety documentation to meet KE standards
• Conducting site safety audits and incident investigations
• Monitoring and enforcing employee adherence to all safety rules and regulations
• Preparing mandated safety statistics and compliance reports
• Supporting risk assessments and implementation of mitigation strategies
• Assisting field personnel with resolving EHS/OHS challenges
• Attending daily Tailgate meetings to discuss hazards, JHAs, best practices, and coaching opportunities
• Supporting pre‑construction planning from a safety perspective
• Working independently and collaboratively to promote a strong job site safety culture
• Traveling extensively, including overnight and multi‑week out‑of‑state assignments

What You Bring

You’re someone who shows up ready to work hard, learn fast, and contribute to a team that takes pride in doing things right. Successful candidates typically bring:

• Up to two years of experience in a Safety Coordinator or similar role (preferred)
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• First Aid/CPR/AED and Fall Protection Competent Person certifications, or willingness to obtain upon hire
• OSHA 30 certification, or willingness to obtain upon hire
• Experience in electrical or solar construction (preferred)
• Bilingual skills (Spanish preferred)
• Knowledge of OSHA, federal, and state safety regulations
• Ability to conduct safety audits, investigations, and risk assessments
• Valid driver's license with safe driving history
• Competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience in basic project or field administration
• Strong communication, teamwork, and presentation skills
• Willingness to travel 100% and work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Associate degree in Safety Management or Construction Management is a bonus

Pay Range

We believe in paying for the value you bring to the team, and we aim to be competitive in every market we hire in.

Pay Range: $21 - $35 per hour plus per diem and incentive opportunities.

Total Rewards Statement

As a full-time employee at KE, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.

• 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees
• HSA contributions to support your medical expenses
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with competitive company match
• Paid weekly with competitive wages
• PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
• Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage

We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

• Ability to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, and remain in various positions for long periods
• Ability to work in inclement outdoor conditions, including extreme heat or cold
• Ability to lift and carry up to 80 lbs.
• Ability to travel long distances and work on active construction sites

Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact KE Human Resources at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

Knobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

EEO is the Law ( English / Spanish )

KE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please review the E‑Verify Participation and Right to Work posters

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