Safety Coordinator

Job Description JOB SUMMARY:Reporting to the Safety and Compliance Manager, the Rail Health and Safety Coordinator is responsible for driving safety and health management throughout the rail organization through development and reinforcement of "best practice" operating procedures. This position will support Drummac, as directed by the Safety and Compliance Manager.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Assists in administering Drummac's training and development programs to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory safety requirements.Works closely with Safety, Compliance and Operations management to develop pertinent on-the-job or other "value-added" training appropriate to the needs of each business unit they support.Works in collaboration with Human Resources and Safety training departments to implement New Hire Orientation.Assists with the developing, updating and maintaining of the Corporate Health and Safety Manual, as well as other departmental programs and standard operating procedures (SOP).Creates site-specific Health and Safety Plans per client request or project requirements.Performs hazard evaluations of jobsites, tasks and chemicals including creating a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and assisting with proper PPE selection.Reviews and analyzes job-specific worksheets, JHAs, and other paperwork to complete a gap analysesPerforms onsite safety coverage and other project-specific needs requiring safety oversight.Performs Safety Services project management and client communications.Conducts site safety inspections to audit conditions and safe work practices at jobsites.Supports supervisors and managers during incident investigations and root-cause analyses as necessary.Assists with inspections, maintenance, and familiarization of safety-sensitive equipment, such as atmospheric monitors, SCBAs, fall protection equipment, etc.Stays current on safety and environmental regulations and researches as needed to assure Drummac's compliance throughout organization.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Occasionally engages in strenuous physical labor including pushing, pulling, and frequently lifting and moving up to 50 lbs.Occasionally requires grasping, reaching, crawling, stooping, and crouching in confined spaces. Requires traversing and ladder ascent/decent to access different areas of jobsite. Must be able to remain stationary for long periods of time.Employment is contingent upon a successful pre-hire medical exam.  Wears/uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) up to Level A. This includes respirators, skin, face, hand, and foot protection in a multiple number of combinations.WORK ENVIRONMENT:Works in various temperatures indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold while wearing various levels of personal protective equipment.Works in atmospheres and locations with the potential for exposure to various chemical, physical and biological agents, some of which may be hazardous, toxic, or corrosive.Works in potentially elevated noise levels, confined spaces, including lifting in areas of low clearance.Working at elevations including working from ladders and scaffolding.Must be able to work in excess of regularly scheduled hours when necessary; on occasion this will require work during weekends and holidays.Ability to work in excess of regularly scheduled hours when necessary. This position will require regular work outside of traditional business hours.Ability to travel overnight as required by business needs.QUALIFICATIONS:Preferred experience in the construction and/or Rail industryStrong working knowledge of OSHA 1910, and 1926 standards, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulatory standards.Strong communication (both written and verbal), analytical and persuasive skills and ability to interact effectively with all levels of clients, employees, and management.Must be multi-task oriented and have strong time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills and to manage multiple departmental priorities and requirements.Ability to gather data, analyzes issues, generate alternative courses of action; research best practices and make recommendations to overcome organizational obstacles.Education Requirements:A Bachelor's degree, preferably in safety-related science or other related discipline or equivalent work experienceWhat We Offer:Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceCompany paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance PlansEmployee Assistance, Health Advocate, and Wellness ProgramsGenerous 401(k) Plan with 4% matchCompany paid Financial Advice ProgramPaid Vacation based on years of serviceGenerous Paid Time Off