What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Coordination-Railroad, Bridge & Structures position at Farmer Holding Company?
Build Safety. Protect People. Support Critical Infrastructure.
We are seeking an experienced Safety Coordinator to support railroad, bridge, and structural construction projects. This position works directly with field leadership and crews to promote a strong safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and help deliver projects safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct jobsite safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, railroad, and company safety requirements.
- Support work activities within active railroad rights-of-way.
- Lead safety orientations, toolbox talks, and employee training.
- Assist with Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), pre-task planning, and safety documentation.
- Monitor fall protection, crane operations, excavation, rigging, and structural work activities.
- Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns and implement corrective actions.
- Partner with project managers, superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, and railroad representatives to maintain safe operations.
Qualifications
- 2 years of construction safety experience preferred but not required.
- Experience in railroad, bridge, structural steel, or heavy civil construction preferred.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards.
- Experience conducting field safety inspections and incident investigations.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital safety reporting systems.
Preferred Certifications
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction
- First Aid/CPR/AED
- Fall Protection Competent Person
- Excavation Competent Person
- Railroad safety certifications (RWIC, COSS, or equivalent)
- CHST, ASP, or CSP preferred