Safety Coordinator

Sargent Electric Company (www.sargentelectric.com) - Consistently named one of the Top Fastest Growing Companies in Pittsburgh, PA.  Also, Awarded Safety recognition by Specialty Trades Insurance Company for the large company bracket and The Association of Union Constructors!  Established in 1907, Sargent Electric Company has since evolved into one of the largest electrical contracting companies in the area, providing comprehensive services to our clients.

We are looking for a SAFETY COORDINATOR forour Pittsburgh, PA Corporate Office at the PA Chemicals site in Monaca, PA. This individual will report to and assist the Pittsburgh Regional Safety Manager/Pittsburgh Safety Staff with development of project specific plans and permits.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• On-board newly hired craft personnel on company safety policies and expectations. Employee may also need to conduct routine site-specific safety training.
• Conduct daily project safety walk-through’s and audits.  Report findings to site management and regional safety management.
• Promote/conduct daily/weekly safety briefings, toolbox talks, and site observations.
• Lead/manage incident investigation including finding of causes and corrective measures with on-site management team.
• Represent Sargent Electric Company in on-site project meetings.
• Develop/revise Job Hazard Analysis and other safety related documents per site requirements.
• Additional responsibilities may be administered.

SKILLS:

• Excellent written communication skills.  Proficient with computers, particularly Microsoft Office applications, including the ability to type.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of diverse individuals.
• Works efficiently under tight time frames, responds to requests in a timely manner, and communicates effectively as a team player.
• Understands the importance of being able to multi-task.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4 - year college degree in safety management/sciences. If no 4-year college degree 5 years’ experience working in construction safety.
• OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR/AED trained.
• 2-5 years of Safety construction experience.
• Experience in construction safety-auditing, incident investigations, safety training, electrical safety fundamentals, and scaffolding safety.
• Must be willing to work 2nd shift and work weekends.
• Must be able to work out of the Pittsburgh, PA office and must have valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to work in varying weather elements, physically able to climb ladders/scaffolding, stand for long periods of time.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• OSHA 500/502.
• Safety Certifications including CHST, STSC, etc
• NFPA 70E trained.