Safety Coordinator
The Safety Coordinator supports the implementation of safety programs on electrical construction projects by conducting jobsite inspections, identifying hazards, and assisting with safety documentation and training. This entry-level role involves close collaboration with project teams to ensure compliance with OSHA and client safety requirements, fostering a strong safety culture in a dynamic construction environment.
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What You’ll Do
The Confidential Client is hiring a Contract Safety Coordinator for onsite electrical construction projects in Boise, ID. This entry-level role is an excellent opportunity to build a career in construction safety with hands-on field experience supporting project teams, electricians, and safety leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine jobsite safety walks and inspections with project and safety leadership to identify hazards and improvement opportunities.
- Observe field work, identify unsafe conditions or behaviors, and communicate concerns to field supervision for timely correction.
- Assist with Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and pre-task planning to ensure safe execution of work.
- Support safety practices for electrical construction tasks, including energized work, lockout/tagout (LOTO), temporary power, arc-flash awareness, fall protection, ladders/scaffolds, material handling, and PPE compliance.
- Assist with new-hire and site-specific safety orientations and participate in toolbox talks, daily safety meetings, and pre-task planning.
- Maintain safety documentation: inspection reports, training records, corrective-action logs, and incident/near-miss records.
- Support incident documentation and basic investigations under the direction of safety leadership.
- Track required employee training and certifications to ensure project and regulatory compliance.
- Help implement corrective actions and follow up with field teams to ensure sustained compliance.
- Build positive working relationships with electricians, foremen, superintendents, subcontractors, project management, and client safety representatives.
Essential Qualifications
- OSHA 10 Construction certification.
- 0–2 years of construction, trades, or field safety experience (entry-level OK).
- Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
- Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety procedures.
- Experience or comfort with document control and recordkeeping for safety programs.
- Familiarity with JHAs/JSAs, pre-task planning, and jobsite safety inspections.
- Exposure to NFPA 70E or electrical safety concepts (energized work, arc-flash awareness) is a plus.
- Strong observation, written communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to build collaborative working relationships across field and project teams.
Preferred / Additional Qualifications
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field.
- OSHA 30 Construction or advanced OSHA training (beneficial).
- Prior internship or field experience supporting health & safety programs in construction, industrial, or electrical environments.
- Demonstrated interest in a long-term career in construction safety and professional development participation.
Work Environment & Schedule
- Fully onsite at large electrical construction projects in Boise, ID. Significant time spent walking active jobsites and interacting with field personnel.
- Typical construction-site conditions: noise, moving equipment, elevated work areas, changing weather—proper PPE required.
- Work hours generally follow project schedules and include attendance at daily safety meetings and toolbox talks.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay range: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour (Contract).
- Actual compensation within this range will depend on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors.
- If eligible, temporary-role benefits may include: medical, dental & vision; critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; voluntary life & AD&D; short- and long-term disability; HSA; transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; and Paid Time Off (subject to eligibility and plan terms).
Position Details
- Employment type: Contract (onsite).
- Location: Boise, ID (fully onsite).
- Anticipated application close date: Oct 30, 2026.
About the Employer
This opportunity is managed through Careertakes on behalf of a Confidential Client in Engineering & Sciences Services. The Confidential Client is focused on delivering engineering and technical services across large-scale construction projects and values safety, professional development, and collaborative field relationships.
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