Construction Safety Coordinator

Job Summary

DeBra-Kuempel is seeking to fill a Safety Coordinator position in our Columbus, Ohio location. The Safety Coordinator supports job site Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) management and provides safety leadership through job site training and audits.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain and provide proper PPE on job sites.
• Utilize ToolWatch system to keep safety equipment current and on proper inspection cycle.
• Cookordination safety training with Safety Managers.
• Provide training for employees in safe work practices and necessary training per job functions and jobsite requirements.
• Maintain safety files and records.
• Maintain, promote, and enforce project site safety in accordance with company, state and federal policies and procedures.
• Monitor jobsite locations for hazards and safety concerns.
• Take necessary measures to correct/eliminate hazards.
• Provide recommendations and assistance with respect to job site hazards, employee training, new/safe equipment operation and safe material.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of the fundamentals of construction safety, accident prevention, and industry safety.
• 30 hr. OSHA certification.
• Must be able to lead and communicate effectively with trades, subcontractors, supervisors/foreman, project managers, and client representatives.
• Be able to work independently.
• Detail oriented with the ability to multi-task.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer and travel to field locations as needed. While visiting field locations, the employee may be required to work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions, extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including health benefits, paid time off, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, company discounts, and more.
• Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement will receive benefits as negotiated within their specific CBA and may be eligible to participate in our voluntary supplemental union benefits program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DeBra-Kuempel is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.