What are the responsibilities and job description for the Site Safety Coordinator position at Lochridge Priest?
Lochridge-Priest is a family owned and operated company that has served the Central Texas area for over 60 years. Offices in Waco, Temple, and Fort Worth with over 400 dedicated employees. At LPI, our strength lies in our people—Texans committed to excellence in every project. Be part of a company where your skills make a difference and your work builds communities.
Job Summary
The Project Safety Coordinator conducts on-site safety inspections of buildings, facilities, tools, and equipment to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards. Delivers site-specific safety orientations and training tailored to work processes and job hazards. Investigates incidents to identify root causes and contributing factors, providing recommendations and follow-up actions to prevent recurrence. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of OSHA and other applicable safety regulations to support a safe and compliant work environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin or grow their career in workplace safety and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment.
Company Benefits
- Medical, Dental Vision, and Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401K with Company Match
- Continuous Training
Key Responsibilities
- Assigned to a single location approximately 30 minutes from Waco.
- Help superintendents maintain adequate supply of safety equipment and PPE
- Conduct Incident investigations.
- Assist in safety planning of daily tasks
- Perform Job Site Safety Inspections and work with employees communicating safe work practice.
- Work with Safety Director on monitoring; tracking and eliminating potential risk factors for the jobsite.
Minimum Requirements
- Associate’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety related field is preferred.
- Construction Health and Safety Technician Certification (CHST) or Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST) is preferred.
- Ideal candidates may have 2-5 years of relevant experience, but we also welcome applications from those with varying levels of experience.
- Proficiency in using technology such as computers and complex testing equipment.
- Solid understanding of construction safety standards and government regulations.
- Ability to use problem-solving skills to find solutions to unsafe working conditions and environmental concerns.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Detail oriented
Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.