IES Communications · 2 months ago
Safety Coordinator- Travel
New Orleans, Louisiana
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expIES Communications is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services. The Safety Coordinator is responsible for implementing and maintaining safety policies and programs, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and conducting safety training and inspections for projects.
Information and Communications Technology (ICT)Information ServicesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Fully support all IES and Site/Customer safety policies, procedures and programs and Federal and State Standards
Ensure implementation and compliance with IES Safety Policies, Procedures and Programs within the Communications Division and Site/Customer Site Specific Policies, Procedures and Programs
Perform safety presentations and develop safety presentations and related training as required
Schedule and perform documented jobsite safety audits/inspections to determine compliance with all IES and Site/Customer safety policies, procedures and programs and federal, state safety standards
Oversee and maintain activities involving confined space entry; along with any documentation or training requirements required
Conduct or direct activities aimed at identifying potential hazards and develop safety action plans to correct any non-compliance issues and work with operations and management for implementation
Develop processes and plans to reduce or eliminate hazards and safety incidents
Deliver safety new employee orientation (NEO), OSHA 10/30 hour and other safety training as needed &/or required by IES, Site/Customer, OSHA, state or local safety standards
Deliver and coordinate safety training for management and field personnel in accident prevention techniques, compliance with IES safety policies, procedures and programs and federal and state standards
As needed, prepare written reports and summaries to provide concise, meaningful information regarding safety audits, investigations and issues
Conduct and coordinate root cause investigations on recordable incidents, near misses and vehicle incidents
Utilize the root cause analysis to help operations identify and implement corrective actions to help prevent future reoccurrence of similar incidents
Participate in and take the lead in any OSHA inspection process as defined in the IES Safety Manual Section 18 and effectively communicate with project stakeholders
Prepare and maintain safety related records and reports
Teach, counsel and mentor all stakeholders to uphold the IES Safety Culture
Coordinate Activities with and support site management
Other responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Associate degree or higher preferred
Must possess a minimum of five (3) years' experience in construction safety, preferably in the telecommunications or electrical industry
Knowledge of the OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction
Current status as an Authorized OSHA OTI 500 Construction Outreach Trainer
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient computer knowledge and experience utilizing MS Office (WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint & Outlook)
Must be detail-oriented with high level organizational skills
Ability to communicate effectively with project stakeholders including field personnel, IES management and customer interfaces
Ability to respond as needed in support of all safety emergency situations with or without advance notice
Must meet Company minimum driving standards
Must have proven ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s)
Must promote Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners
Must be able to act as the Company liaison for interface with customer, vendor, contractor, and IES representative(s)
Must possess proven problem solving and critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s)
Must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed
Must possess the manual dexterity, flexibility and visual acuity to perform inspection functions requiring walking, climbing, squatting, lifting, bending, twisting, etc
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and distinguish all applicable codes, colors and symbols correctly
Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs
Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner
Must possess the ability to learn the Company and customer computer systems
Regular and reliable job attendance required
Preferred
EMT or higher credentials preferred
Knowledge and experience with the Confined Space Entry Standards 1926.1200 Subpart AA preferred
CHST (Construction Health/Safety Technician) Certification or equivalent preferred
Company
IES Communications
IES Communications is a provider of communications technology, systems, and services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Nicholas Palazzolo
Project Manager, FDC Operations
Recent News
Columbia West
2025-10-11
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