What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Coordinator position at Drake General Contractors LLC?
📍 Location: East Texas (Regional Travel Required) Sulphur Springs, TX - Paris, TX
At Drake, safety is more than a policy it's part of who we are. We're looking for an experienced Safety Coordinator to help lead safety initiatives across roadway construction, transportation, and general construction throughout Texas.
If you're passionate about protecting people, enjoy working in the field, and thrive in a fast paced construction environment, we'd love to hear from you.
As a key member of our Safety team, you'll partner with project managers and field crews to promote a culture of safety while ensuring compliance with OSHA, MSHA, TxDOT, and industry regulations.
You'll be responsible for:
- Conducting job site safety inspections and audits.
- Ensuring compliance with OSHA, MSHA, TxDOT, and MUTCD standards.
- Supporting work zone safety and traffic control operations.
- Investigating incidents and implementing corrective actions.
- Delivering safety orientations and employee training.
- Coaching field personnel and promoting proactive hazard identification.
- Maintaining safety records and compliance documentation.
- Traveling to project sites throughout the region.
✔ 2 years of safety experience in construction, transportation, mining, or industrial operations.
✔ Strong knowledge of OSHA and MSHA regulations.
✔ Experience supporting TxDOT or roadway construction projects.
✔ OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
✔ Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
✔ Valid driver's license and willingness to travel up to 85%.
Preferred:
- CSP certification
- ATSSA Traffic Control certifications
- First Aid/CPR
- Experience with MUTCD standards
When you join Drake Companies, you're joining a team that values Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, and Excellence. We invest in our employees, provide opportunities for growth, and empower our team members to make a real impact on every project.
If you're ready to help build safer job sites and support industry-leading transportation and construction projects, we encourage you to apply today!
Join a company where safety leads the way and where your expertise makes a difference every day.