Safety Coordinator

Safety Coordinator

Environmental Works, Inc. (EWI) is seeking a Safety Coordinator to support our safety program company-wide. This role will uphold EWI’s safety culture by assisting with safety audits and incident investigations while working closely with Operations to identify hazards and support safe work practices. This position requires an organized, detail-oriented professional who can follow through on multiple priorities, communicate effectively with employees, and use safety data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. The role includes both office-based work and field support, with some travel required. Expected travel is 30–50% for candidates based in Kansas City, and 50–70% for candidates based outside the Kansas City area.

In our 30+ years in business at EWI, we have built a team of driven, capable people who work together to offer inventive, practical solutions for our clients’ needs. EWI provides comprehensive environmental services, from strategic planning and compliance to remediation, field services, drilling, and tank services. We strive to limit unnecessary red tape and trust our team to make the in-the-moment decisions necessary to get the job done.

Essential Functions

Field & Operational Support

• Support with site and shop safety audits to identify hazards and verify compliance with company and regulatory standards
• Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and follow-up discussions
• Support development of site-specific safety plans in collaboration with Operations
• Assist with safety onboarding and field safety orientations
• Travel to field locations as required

Administrative & Data Organization Responsibilities

• Maintain and organize all safety-related documentation, including:
• Incident and accident reports
• Near miss reports
• Corrective action plans
• Training records
• Maintain safety audit database and reporting dashboards
• Ensure ability to trend data and provide actionable insights through accuracy and completeness of information
• Assist with compliance documentation
• Ensure documentation is easily accessible and complete

Training & Program Support

• Assist in coordination of safety training programs
• Track training completion and certification status
• Support CPR/First Aid training coordination (instructor credential a plus)
• Assist in maintaining and updating the Corporate Health & Safety Manual
• Research and support development of new safety policies and procedures

Competencies

• Excellent organizational discipline and attention to detail
• Ability to track multiple initiatives and ensure follow-through
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Professional presence in both field and office environments
• Ability to analyze problems and propose solutions before escalation
• Adaptable in changing environments

Required Education and Experience

• Experience with incident investigations and documentation
• Experience conducting site audits
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• High School diploma or GED equivalent

Preferred Education and Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in safety, environmental health & safety, or related field
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Business, or related field
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification
• HAZWOPER 40-hour certification
• CPR/First Aid Instructor certification
• MSHA training or instructor credential
• BCSP or other safety certifications

Work Environment

• Hybrid role with both office-based administrative work and field exposure
• Exposure to dust, fumes, noise, hazardous materials, and varying weather conditions
• Requires use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas
• Some travel required

Position Type

Full-time position. Standard hours Monday–Friday with flexibility based on operational needs.

Travel

Expected travel is 30–50% for candidates based in Kansas City, and 50–70% for candidates based outside the Kansas City area.

Pay Range

$65,000 – $80,000.

Benefits

• $1,700/$3,400 Deductible Health Insurance Plans Available
• $3,400 plan includes Health Savings Plan (HSA) Company Contribution with Employee Contribution
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401k | Up to 4% Company Match

Voluntary Benefits

• Accident
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness
• Life and AD&D

Company Paid Benefits

• Short - Term Disability
• Long - Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Cost Savings Programs

• SmithRX| Prescription Drug
• ValenzHealth | Surgery and Imaging
• CancerCare
• Healthjoy| Care Navigation Platform

Additional Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career and Personal Development Resources and Training
• Apparel Reimbursement
• Gym Membership Reimbursement

AND MORE

AAP/EEO:

Environmental Works provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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