Safety Coordinator
The Safety Coordinator is responsible for implementing and supporting safety programs on electrical construction projects, focusing on hazard identification, safety compliance, and documentation. This entry-level, onsite contract role involves conducting safety inspections, facilitating training, and collaborating with field teams to ensure adherence to OSHA and client safety standards, providing valuable hands-on experience in construction safety.
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Responsibilities
The Safety Coordinator supports onsite safety program delivery on active electrical construction projects. This role focuses on field-based observation, hazard identification, documentation, and supporting safety leadership to maintain 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 safety requirements (electrical hazards, Lockout/Tagout, temporary power, arc-flash awareness)
- Monitor fall protection, ladder and scaffold safety, material handling, and PPE compliance
- Facilitate new-hire and site-specific safety orientations
- Participate in toolbox talks, pre-task planning, and daily safety meetings
- Maintain safety documentation, inspection reports, training records, and corrective-action logs
- Assist with incident and near-miss documentation and investigations under safety leadership direction
- Follow up with field teams to ensure corrective actions are completed
- Track required employee training and certifications
- Collaborate with Safety Managers, project leadership, subcontractors, and client safety representatives
- Build positive working relationships with electricians, foremen, superintendents, and project teams
- Engage in ongoing safety training and professional development
Essential Skills
- 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 general safety procedures
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field (preferred)
- OSHA 30 or OSHA 500 Construction certifications (a plus)
- Previous field, electrical, industrial, or internship experience
- Knowledge of JHAs, JSAs, pre-task planning, and jobsite inspections
- Exposure to NFPA 70E or electrical-safety practices is a benefit
Work Environment
This role is fully onsite supporting a confidential client project in Ustick, ID. Expect extensive fieldwork on active electrical construction sites with opportunities for hands-on experience and professional growth as the client expands project work.
Job Type & Location
- Contract position
- Workplace: Fully onsite in Ustick, ID
Pay and Benefits
- Pay range: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour (hourly, contract)
- Final individual pay within this range will depend on qualifications, experience, location, and other job-related factors.
- If eligible, benefits for this temporary role may include: medical, dental & vision; critical illness, accident, and hospital plans; 401(k) retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth options may apply); voluntary life & AD&D; short- and long-term disability; HSA; transportation benefits; employee assistance program; and paid time off options. Eligibility may depend on job classification and length of assignment.
Application Timeline & Other Info
- Anticipated application close date: Nov 9, 2026
- This listing will be managed by Careertakes; the hiring employer is a confidential client in the Engineering sector.
- Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please request it.
About the Employer
This opportunity is posted on behalf of a confidential client in the Engineering industry. The client engages in large-scale electrical construction projects and is seeking candidates interested in building a career in construction safety through hands-on, field-based roles.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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