As a Safety Coordinator, you will assist with initiating WC & insurance claims, reporting, tracking, maintaining safety records and assist with safety training.

The Safety Coordinator upholds and supports all safety rules, policies and regulations in the assigned region as set forth by the company standards and under the guidelines of the local branch leadership.

He / she is involved in day-to-day safety trainings, Monthly OSHA trainings, and equipment certification training as needed.

• Must be bilingual in Spanish & English and be proactive in partnering with the crew members and branch management to create a cohesive & continuous safety environment for all.
• Essential Duties of a Safety Coordinator will include, but not limited to :
• Initiates claims (workers comp, insurance carrier, OSHA), writes reports, maintains accident log, provides reoccurring reports, maintains and manages all safety related files
• Assists with ongoing safety training and conducts safety tailgate talks with crews & management
• Works with branch operations team to meet safety goal by attending branch meetings and will travel to field sites to observe, provide feedback & train crew members on safety protocols
• Prepares meeting minutes, producing reports, and other internal support materials as needed
• Assist with any specific safety projects as needed and performs other duties as assigned

Are you the right fit for this role?

• SKILLS & EXPERIENCE that are necessary as a Safety Coordinator will include, but not limited to :
• Strong communications skills; both verbal and written & able to communicate effectively with all team members from crew to management
• Must be proactive in providing safety updates and able to collaborate and partner with branch leadership and crew members on safety practices
• Must be self-driven and work independently with a high attention to detail and able to meet deadlines
• Must possess good time management skills with strong follow-up skills and able to complete reports and claims in a timely manner
• Must be solutions oriented and collaborative when partnering with crews and branch operations in creating a positive safety environment for all
• Proficient skills in MS Office programs Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• High School or GED
• 2 years of related experience in Safety within the landscape or construction industry is highly preferred
• Valid driver's license in good standing
• 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel;

reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.

Perks and pluses :

• Healthcare benefit program & 401K match program
• 9 paid holidays per year with paid vacation & sick leave
• Company paid vehicle, cell phone, laptop
• Fun and fast-paced working environment with a great work-life balance
• Paid training / certification and career advancement
• Gothic’s company culture fosters growth, inspires longevity and rewards mutual loyalty

Hourly Range :

$30.00 - $35.00 (starting rate of pay may vary based on applicants’ qualifications, skills, experience, education & geographic location)

Last updated : 2024-05-09