Safety Coordinator

The purpose of your role as a Safety Coordinator

Assist in the supervision and administration of Harris’ health & safety programs to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Contributes to the desired safety and work culture of the organization.

Safety:

• Assist in controlling hazardous working conditions and unsafe employee activities through interface with project management/supervisory personnel


• Assist in supervision and administration of safety/first aid and rescue squad activities.  Assume total responsibility for safety operation when assigned to shift work


• Participate in developing and conducting employee orientation training, task specific training, ongoing supervisor training and assist in developing/training project manager safety


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  Conduct a minimum of (4) site walks for work area surveillance inspections, air-sampling tests for confined space entry, property, damage and personal injury investigations

  
  


• Document all accidents, safety violations, unsafe conditions/activities. Issue confined area entry and “hot work” permits as required


• Accompany safety, health and insurance inspections on walk through tours as required


• Review, capture and assist in preparing written safety plans, Activity Hazard analysis, High Risk Activity schedules and Pre-Plans


• Review safety related journals, catalogues, etc. to keep abreast of changes/improvements in protective safety equipment, materials and gear


• Assist in preparing written appeals for safety violation citations


• Assist in, preparing and reviewing, sign off acceptance of daily Pre-Task Plans for project work crews


• Attend weekly safety committee meetings as assigned by the manager


• Participate in and observe daily morning crew huddles and flex Stretch routine

Tool & PPE Coordination:

• Review tools & PPE orders for shipment to job sites, restock is made available, defective tools are removed and reported


• Assess equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected


• Ensure all items are stored according to fieldwork procedures and company standards

What we're looking for in you

• Associates degree required in Occupational Health and Safety, or related


• Bachelors degree preferred in Occupational Health and Safety, or related


• 2+ years of construction/industrial occupational health and safety experience


• 2+ years of Microsoft Office experience


• Proficient understanding of OSHA standards and guidelines


• Comprehensive knowledge of worker’s compensation documentation


• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance


• Strong communication skills – both verbal and written


• Hold a valid OSHA 30-Hour Certification


• OSHA 510 Certification strongly valued


• Certified in First Aid & CPR required


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  NFPA 70E Awareness Training required

  
  


• Demonstrated experience with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and safety protocols preferred


• Knowledge of Arc Flash hazards and safe work practices


• Familiarity with Bloodborne Pathogens standards and proper safety procedures

Your life at Harris

As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers the stability, resources, and opportunities of a national company along with the team culture, creative spirit, and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and enjoy new challenges, we want to meet you. From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, and concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity across multiple regional locations throughout the country.

Harris Benefits + Compensation

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance


• 401K with company match


• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays


• Paid Parental leave


• Short-Term Incentive Plan

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefits details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance

Pay Range: $65,393 - $98,089 annually 

The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.