Safety Coordinator

Kraemer North America is currently looking for a Safety Coordinator to join our team in our Upper Midwest Region - WI/IL/IA area. The Safety Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Project Manager, Regional Manager and Safety Manager and will act as the lead resource for implementation, management, and continuous improvement of safety. This involves coordination and administration of the corporate safety and health programs to minimize the frequency and severity of incidents of loss while maintaining the efficiency of the overall operations. This is a project-specific position based out of Wisconsin and can require up to 75% overnight travel.


We value our people. We work safely. We provide quality and commitment.

We're proud to offer a stable and challenging work environment that supports personal and professional growth. As a family-centered company, Kraemer is committed to delivering technical, innovative, and complete solutions for challenging highway and bridge construction projects. We recognize that our people are our greatest strength, and we're proud to employ some of the most talented professionals in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Work with field supervision to assess and document work practices to ensure that Kraemer policies and procedures are supported by management and practiced by employees
• Follow up and assist with corrective action process to ensure that hazards are effectively eliminated and/or controlled in support of our Safe Life culture
• Coordinate and conduct Kraemer and Owner New Hire Orientation Programs and other safety-related training as needed in accordance with Kraemer policies and procedures
• Act as the project's representative in all areas of occupational safety and health and assist project management in Work Activity Planning and the effective implementation of Kraemer's Safety and Health Programs
• Develop Site Specific Safety Plans for projects
• Monitor site conditions, including air quality, illumination, wind speed, ventilation, and dust
• Ensure a proactive approach to safety by communicating safety-related issues through monthly and weekly safety updates, memos, and staff meetings
• Assist with applying industrial hygiene procedures, techniques, and documentation of work practices to protect employees' health and safety
• Investigate serious incidents of loss in conjunction with management/staff to determine root causes and necessary corrective action to prevent reoccurrence in accordance with Kraemer's Incident Analysis and Reporting Program
• Integrate behavioral based safety practices and assist in providing leadership for the Safe Life culture
• Administer and ensure compliance with Kraemer Safety Programs
• Assist Kraemer personnel with safety related issues
• Identify and provide and/or coordinate required training with assistance of the Regional Safety Manager
• Analyze incidents of loss and statistical information and provide management with recommendations for improved performance
• Work with the Risk Analyst, Safety Director, Safety Managers, and Project Managers to facilitate Kraemer Incident Analysis and Reporting, Medical Case Management, and Crisis Management programs
• Work with the onsite client reps

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety or related field with extensive coursework and/or expertise in Risk Management and Loss Control, Construction Management, and field safety.
• Professional safety certification -- Construction Safety & Health Technician (CSHT) is preferred
• Experience in area of operations (i.e., heavy civil or bridge construction) is preferred
• Basic knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, and FRA Regulations
• Computer literate: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.

Benefits

• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
• Profit Sharing
• Health Care Reimbursement Plan
• Life Insurance & Dependent Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Holidays/Vacation/Sick Pay
• Educational Assistance
• Computer Purchase Program
• Company Vehicle/Fuel Card
• Company Cell Phone/Computer

Hiring Range: $75,000 - $105,000. Base salary is dependent on multiple factors: education, experience, skills, market rates, internal equity and/or location.

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