Health & Safety Officers

The Safety Coordinator is responsible for implementing, administering, maintaining and coordinating all IES safety policies and programs including safety training and inspections for the assigned project and others as needed. Ensures compliance with all IES and Site/Customer safety policies and procedure, as well as Federal and State Standards. Develops and manages Safety/Health initiatives aimed at preventing and eliminating occupational incidents, injuries and illnesses. Fully support all IES and Site/Customer safety policies, procedures and programs and Federal and State Standards. Ensure implementation and compliance with IES Safety Policies, Procedures and Programs within the Communications Division and Site/Customer Site Specific Policies, Procedures and Programs. Perform safety presentations and develop safety presentations and related training as required. Schedule and perform documented jobsite safety audits/inspections to determine compliance with all IES and Site/Customer safety policies, procedures and programs and federal, state safety standards. along with any documentation or training requirements required. Conduct or direct activities aimed at identifying potential hazards and develop safety action plans to correct any non‑compliance issues and work with operations and management for implementation. Develop processes and plans to reduce or eliminate hazards and safety incidents. Deliver safety new employee orientation (NEO), OSHA 10/30 hour and other safety training as needed &/or required by IES, Site/Customer, OSHA, state or local safety standards. Deliver and coordinate safety training for management and field personnel in accident prevention techniques, compliance with IES safety policies, procedures and programs and federal and state standards. As needed, prepare written reports and summaries to provide concise, meaningful information regarding safety audits, investigations and issues. Utilize the root cause analysis to help operations identify and implement corrective actions to help prevent future reoccurrence of similar incidents. Participate in and take the lead in any OSHA inspection process as defined in the IES Safety Manual Section 18 and effectively communicate with project stakeholders. Prepare and maintain safety related records and reports. Teach, counsel and mentor all stakeholders to uphold the IES Safety Culture. Coordinate Activities with and support site management. Must be self‑motivated, positive in approach, professional and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).

Must be able to act as the Company liaison for interface with customer, vendor, contractor, and IES representative(s).

Must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.

Must possess the manual dexterity, flexibility and visual acuity to perform inspection functions requiring walking, climbing, squatting, lifting, bending, twisting, etc.

Must possess the ability to learn the Company and customer computer systems.

Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Must possess a minimum of five (3) years’ experience in construction safety, preferably in the telecommunications or electrical industry.

Knowledge of the OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction.

Current status as an Authorized OSHA OTI 500 Construction Outreach Trainer

CHST (Construction Health/Safety Technician) Certification or equivalent preferred

Proficient computer knowledge and experience utilizing MS Office (WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint & Outlook)

Ability to communicate effectively with project stakeholders including field personnel, IES management and customer interfaces

Ability to respond as needed in support of all safety emergency situations with or without advance notice.

Must have proven ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States. Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives.

Safety is Priority One - and our record shows it

Company Paid Life Insurance

Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans

Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage

Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage

Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

Disability Accommodation
IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or any IES office to request assistance.

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