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About the Role

The Safety Coordinator is the company’s first line for communications and training relating to our safety programs and for ensuring that the company fully complies with all respective local, state, and federal regulations and our customer’s requirements. The safety coordinator actively directs the administration of project safety, accident prevention, and hazard communication programs to maintain safe work environments.

Responsibilities

Conducts regular worksite surveillance inspections, air samplings tests and comprehensive safety training for employees
Documents unsafe conditions, safety violations, accidents and near misses
Investigates all surrounding circumstances through employee interviews, equipment inspections and site inspections, reviewing the integrity of personal protective equipment, materials, and job-site specific gear
Determines safety needs and corrects unsafe employee activities, procedures, and practices
Ensures that all required records and reports are complete, accurate and correctly submitted to comply with all internal processes and comply with all local, state and federal regulations and customer requirements
Plans and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state and federal regulations with special emphasis on FRA and OSHA requirements, as well as customer requirements
Trains and coaches hourly labor, foremen, supervisors and local managers in work site safety practices, fire prevention and correct handling techniques for toxins, equipment, and other materials
Inspects the jobsite to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards, determining corrective or preventative measures where indicated, and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented
Leads investigations of near misses and incidents and cooperates in the preparation of materials and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations
Submits incident reports complying with all local, state, and federal regulations, customer, and corporate requirements
Maintains safety files and records
Oversees administration related to the company’s Workers’ Compensation program on the specific project
Provides informational signs, posters, barriers, and other materials to warn of potential and actual safety hazards and to prevent access to hazardous conditions
Assists the Regional Safety Director and Corporate Safety Director as requested with the corporate safety management system

Requirements

2 to 4 years work experience in a heavy labor environment necessary
Construction Industry experience is a plus
Strong analytical skills with the ability to write reports
Strong computer skills are mandatory, significant experience and abilities with Microsoft Office Suite are necessary
Experience with OSHA reporting necessary
Must have excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
Strong interpersonal skills are necessary; ability to interact and with all levels of the company in field sites, corporate, and customers
Must possess the character and unquestionable integrity to represent the Company and provide credibility for all work, reports and analysis that is provided through the safety department
Must have the ability to grasp facts, processes, procedures in a changing environment very quickly, a quick learner
Works in a proactive manner, a self-starter who approaches his/her work with a sense of urgency
Ability to meet deadlines under pressure in short time frames
Ability to multi-task and thrive in an environment where numerous tasks and projects are occurring simultaneously
Works in an office environment
Frequently sits for long periods of time
Frequently speaks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard
May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending
Must have a valid driving license with a clean driving record and ability to travel as required
Must be physically able to wear respiratory protection, climb ladders, work in tunnels, work at heights, work outdoors in both hot and cold conditions and walk remote jobsites
Must be able to obtain TWIX card for access to ports as well as pass other security screenings as determined by our clients

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite
OSHA reporting
Analytical skills
Communication skills (verbal and written)
Interpersonal skills

Location

Remote

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

2 to 4 years

Salary/Compensations

$70000 - $85000 / year

Benefits

Competitive pay
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Additional performance incentives

About the Company

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider.
With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company.
We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity.
We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.