Safety Coordinator

SCOPE OF WORK Helps to Develop and implement Company-wide safety programs and procedures in order to reduce the frequency of work-related accidents and injuries with emphasis on pro-active prevention efforts for on-the-job accidents and injuries. Extensive travel required. Position reports to Corporate Safety Director. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Uses Gaylor Performance Values as tools to carry out all job responsibilities. Implements appropriate safety programs and procedures in order to reduce the frequency of work-related accidents and injuries with emphasis on pro-active prevention efforts for on-the-job accidents and injuries. Participates in loss control programs: employee injuries, health claims, equipment/vehicle damage, material damage, job site security, and employee safety training. Participates in the development of Company safety policies and procedures as well as assigned special projects. Prepares statistical reports as requested. Maintains all necessary records and files for reporting and auditing purposes. Handles safety inquiries/situations through direct personal interaction. Prepares, composes, and initiates correspondence, memoranda, presentation material, and reports for branch locations. Participates/assists the Education Department with supervisory training, employee training, OSHA training, task training, and safety certifications. Makes routine job site safety inspections, including reporting results to the appropriate parties and recommending corrective action. May serve as liaison with the community or other external agencies with regard to Company/Department activities, programs, and needs. Organizes and prioritizes workload to meet deadlines. Answers safety related inquiries, provides information, or redirects calls as appropriate. Assists branches/department members with a variety of project-related safety activities. Recommends safety related expenditures, as necessary to Corporate Safety Director or appropriate Branch Manager. Conducts timely incident/accident investigations and takes appropriate action as defined by Company policy. Keeps current with regulatory updates. Attends OSHA related business as necessary. Serves as a liaison for Corporate Safety Director with the directed care program for the Company. Completes safety related forms as needed for bidding documents for new construction and for existing customers as requested. Also assists Estimating Department with hazard analysis and special safety requirements prior to bid. Offers "Light Duty" programs after injuries when appropriate. Assists with Company vehicle safety. Provides safety guidance to subcontractors as needed. Oversees PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) for the Company (i.e. hard hats, safety glasses, ear plugs, safety goggles, lock out tags, pathogen kits, safety belts, lanyards, first aid kits, gloves, etc.). Engages local/regional safety community in positioning Company as industry leader in construction safety. Assists management in recognizing Company and employee safety awards and bonuses (i.e. ABC STEP Award, ABC Awards of Excellence, MICCS Eagle Award, employee awards, etc.). Arranges meetings and conferences as necessary. Maintains appropriate records, documentation, etc. Maintains confidentiality of all Company information. Assists the Corporate Safety Director with the development of presentations and organization of Company events. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment but may involve exposure to moderate noise levels from high-speed computer printers and other peripherals.  Work involves operation of personal computer equipment for six to over ten hours daily.  Occasional travel to various worksites or other locations may also be required, depending on customer needs. Position Qualifications Accountability - Responsible for personal and department actions. Accuracy - Perform work accurately and thoroughly. Active Listening - Actively attend to, convey and understand the comments and questions of others. Analytical Skills - Synthesize complex or diverse information.  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Autonomy - Work independently with minimal supervision. Communication - Communicate effectively and timely. Customer Oriented - Meet internal and external customers' needs while following company procedures. Decision Making - Make critical decisions while following company procedures. Diversity Oriented - Commitment to understanding and valuing differences among people. Ethical - Demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards. Financial Aptitude - Understand and explain economic and accounting information, prepare and manage budgets, and make sound long-term investment decisions. Healthy, Sustainable Work - Commitment to fostering a healthy, safe workplace in which team members can deliver quality services that best utilize the resources (people, property, and financial assets) of the company and minimize the impact on the environment. Honesty/Integrity - Truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. Initiative - Make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. Organized - Possess the trait of being able to follow a systematic method of performing a task. Research Skills - Design and conduct a systematic, objective, and critical investigation. Time Management - Organize and complete work within given deadlines. Well Workplace - Improve the informational, behavioral, and physical components of work which positively impact individual and team member health, wellness, and safety. EDUCATION High school graduate, holder of G.E.D., or equivalent studies/experience. EXPERIENCE Previous Safety management/administration experience Knowledge of construction OSHA rules, regulations, and records keeping. Strong administrative, computer, organizational, and communication skills required.