Safety Coordinator

About Us

Irby Construction Company has been building infrastructure for the power industry for more than 75 years. Our business values and performance-driven mindset guide our actions. Our approach to work starts with safety, puts people first, seeks to innovate, and promises to perform.

Irby is proud of its inclusive work environment, family-oriented culture, excellent benefits, and clear pathways for career growth. We strive to provide every employee with clear expectations and opportunities for advancement. What’s more, Irby has long long-valued tenure. In fact, many of our executive leaders started with Irby early in their careers and in the field.

When you join our team, you join an established firm, with a culture centered around its people. Teamwork is how we work. There is no other way. Pride is ever-present inside our offices and the bond of brotherhood runs strong among our crews. 

Irby Construction is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quanta Services. That means team Irby gets the benefits of the company culture we’re known for along with the stability and resources of a Fortune 500 organization. (NYSE: PWR). 

Build your career at Irby Construction.

About this Role

A Safety Coordinator for Irby Construction Company should possess a minimum of three (3) years of experience in the Safety and/or Training field and a minimum of two (2) years of continuous Electric Transmission and/ or Substation construction and maintenance experience. Such an employee should also have in depth knowledge of all applicable OSHA codes and standards. THIS JOB OPENING IS FOR South Louisiana.

What You'll Do

• Measures Field Managements work to ensure that it is being performed safely according to specifications. 
• Adheres to all Company Safety policies while in the course of conducting Company business. 
• Observe employees at work and document both positive and constructive feedback on safety behavior using company forms and check sheets.
• Compile crew observation forms, vehicle and equipment forms and submit documents to project supervision and the corporate safety department at required intervals.
• Ensure inspection on equipment, tools, vehicles, working conditions and procedures are being performed for the safety of employees engaged in the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground power and telecommunication systems.
• Inspect climbing equipment, fall protection equipment, rigging practices, rigging equipment, personal protective equipment, rubber, and plastic insulating equipment.
• Removes from service any defective equipment, or equipment not meeting safety requirements.
• Use as a guide all appropriate federal, state and company manuals to determine regulatory and policy compliance.
• Inspect facilities, vehicles, and equipment to ensure the presence of required firefighting equipment, first aid supplies required safety equipment and placards, signs, warning labels and current inspection labels.
• Coordinate with customer representatives, insurance carrier loss consultants and federal or state agencies to perform site inspections.
• When safety policy noncompliance or unsafe behavior is observed, correct issues and report to Superintendent or Project Management.
• Coordinate with project supervision to develop a project safety committee and act as the facilitator on that committee.
• Coordinate with project supervision to schedule weekly project safety meeting, daily job briefing, and tailgate safety meeting as needed.
• Work in conjunction with project safety committee to investigate safety violations, accidents and near miss incidents, determine root cause of accidents, and coordinate with project and senior management to develop corrective and/or preventative measures.
• Performs job hazard analysis to determine site specific hazards and coordinate with all levels of project supervision to eliminate, guard, and protect employees, customers, and the general public from recognized hazards.
• Follow all policies and procedures. 

What You'll Bring

Current certifications or in pursuit of any of the following certifications are preferred: (1) Certified Safety Professional (CSP), (2) Associate Safety Professional (ASP), (3) Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST), or (4) Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP), (5) Board of Certified Safety Professional (BCSP).

• May be required to relocate as work requirements demand.
• Adheres to all Company Safety and Health Policies
• May work in storm restoration operations to rebuild and/or repair damaged power systems.
• May attend training classes or seminars to gather knowledge of new processes, safety regulations and/or refresher training.
• Works with limited supervision.
• Lifting and handling materials up to 60 pounds unassisted.
• Walking and working across uneven terrain.
• Climbing on and off large trucks and equipment.
• Exposure to hot and cold weather conditions.

What You'll Get

• Medical 
• Dental 
• Vision
• 401K

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.