Safety Coordinator
The Safety Coordinator is responsible for implementing and supporting safety programs on active electrical construction projects, focusing on hazard identification, safety inspections, documentation, and training to ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards. This entry-level, onsite contract role offers hands-on experience in construction safety, collaborating closely with field teams and safety leadership to promote a safe work environment and support professional growth.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
This entry-level Safety Coordinator role supports onsite electrical construction safety at a Confidential Client project in Boise, ID. You will perform frequent fieldwork to observe work activities, identify hazards, document findings, and help ensure compliance with company, client, and OSHA requirements.
- Conduct routine jobsite safety walks and inspections with project and safety leadership
- Identify unsafe conditions and behaviors and communicate concerns to field supervision
- Assist in developing and reviewing Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and pre-task plans
- Support electrical-construction-specific safety tasks: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), temporary power, arc-flash awareness, fall protection, ladder and scaffold safety, material handling, and PPE compliance
- Facilitate new-hire and site-specific safety orientations and participate in toolbox talks, pre-task planning, and daily safety meetings
- Maintain inspection reports, training records, corrective-action logs, and other safety documentation
- Assist with incident and near-miss documentation and investigations under the direction of safety leadership
- Track required employee training and certifications and follow up with field teams to ensure corrective actions are completed
- Build positive working relationships with electricians, foremen, superintendents, project management, subcontractors, and client safety representatives
- Engage in ongoing safety training and professional development
Qualifications
Essential skills and certifications:
- 0–2 years of construction or trades safety experience
- OSHA 10 Certification
- First Aid / CPR / AED certification
- Experience in document control and recordkeeping
- Familiarity with OSHA regulations and standard safety procedures
- Strong observation, communication, and report-writing skills
Preferred (Nice-to-Have)
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field
- OSHA 30 or OSHA 500 Construction certifications
- Previous construction, electrical, industrial, internship, or field experience
- Knowledge of JHAs, JSAs, pre-task planning, and jobsite inspections
- Exposure to NFPA 70E or electrical-safety practices
Work Environment
This position is fully onsite at a Confidential Client project in Boise, ID. Expect a dynamic construction environment with frequent outdoor and field-based activities and routine interactions with multiple trade partners and project staff.
Pay & Benefits
- Hourly pay range: $50.00 - $55.00 / hour (Contract)
- Individual pay within the range will depend on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors
- If eligible, temporary role benefits may include: medical, dental & vision; 401(k) options; voluntary life & AD&D; short- and long-term disability; HSA; transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; and paid time off. Eligibility and specific benefits are subject to change and plan terms.
Employment Type & Location
- Employment type: Contract (Onsite)
- Workplace type: Fully onsite in Boise, ID (Boise, Idaho)
- Employer listed as: Confidential Client
Application Deadline
This posting is anticipated to close on 2026-11-09.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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