What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Coordinator position at Bright Minds?
Safety Coordinator – Electrical Utilities (Transmission & Distribution)
Location: Alexandria, MN
Pay Rate: $43.00-$55.00/hr Health, Dental, Vision, and 401k Benefits
Duration: 6-12 Month Contract to Hire
*Candidates MUST have prior safety experience in electrical utility transmission and distribution construction.
Bright Minds is searching for an experienced Safety Coordinator for a leading electrical utility construction client specializing in transmission, distribution, and substation projects to oversee the best safety practices for new builds in the Alexandria, MN area. This position is responsible for promoting jobsite safety, ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting field inspections, and supporting safety initiatives across active construction projects.
The Safety Coordinator plays a critical role in keeping crews safe on complex electrical transmission, distribution, and substation construction projects. As a Safety Coordinator, you'll be hands-on in the field, partnering with project managers and construction crews to identify hazards, lead safety briefings and inspections, and promote a proactive safety culture. You'll help ensure regulatory compliance, investigate incidents, and implement practical safety solutions that protect employees and keep critical infrastructure projects moving forward safely and efficiently.
Requirements for the Safety Coordinator:
- Previous safety experience in electrical utility transmission and distribution line construction.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in construction safety, workplace safety, or regulatory compliance.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, utility construction safety practices, and DOT regulations.
- Experience conducting safety inspections, incident investigations, and employee training.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively, including overnight stays.
- Ability to work outdoors and navigate active construction sites.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Associate degree or higher in Occupational Safety & Health or a related field is desired.
- Experience supporting high-voltage substation construction projects is highly desired.
For immediate consideration, please send your updated MS Word resume to: AMessina@hirebrightminds.com
Salary : $43 - $55