The Role
Provides onsite safety leadership for electrical, industrial, and transmission projects. Conducts workplace inspections, delivers construction safety training, investigates incidents, identifies root causes, coordinates employee safety onboarding, and promotes compliance with OSHA standards and company safety programs. The role supports the Safety Manager, requires strong communication and organizational skills, and involves temporary project work with potential travel to multiple jobsites.
Summary Generated by Built In
Sargent Electric is a leading specialty contractor focused on electrical, instrumentation, wireless, utility, and low voltage systems. Founded in Pittsburgh in 1907, we operate from 8 locations across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, delivering projects nationwide for our strategic customers.
We support the breadth of client needs — from routine 24/7 service and emergency restoration to their largest and most complex projects. Our proven safety record, technical depth, and longstanding client relationships have made us a partner of choice for Fortune 500 companies, leading general contractors, and EPC contractors.
We are seeking to hire a Safety Coordinator for the Emerson Creek T-Line Project near Sandusky in Bellevue, Ohio. The position is a temporary (seven to 12 months), or temporary-to-full-time opportunity for a candidate willing to travel to multiple jobsites.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Safety Coordinator provides day-to-day direction, leadership, coaching, and sound judgment to eliminate or reduce at-risk environments and behaviors in the workplace. This full-time, on-site role supports the Safety Department and reports to the Safety Manager.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Sargent Electric Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
We support the breadth of client needs — from routine 24/7 service and emergency restoration to their largest and most complex projects. Our proven safety record, technical depth, and longstanding client relationships have made us a partner of choice for Fortune 500 companies, leading general contractors, and EPC contractors.
We are seeking to hire a Safety Coordinator for the Emerson Creek T-Line Project near Sandusky in Bellevue, Ohio. The position is a temporary (seven to 12 months), or temporary-to-full-time opportunity for a candidate willing to travel to multiple jobsites.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Safety Coordinator provides day-to-day direction, leadership, coaching, and sound judgment to eliminate or reduce at-risk environments and behaviors in the workplace. This full-time, on-site role supports the Safety Department and reports to the Safety Manager.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Champion Safety Culture. Provide day-to-day safety direction, leadership, and coaching while reinforcing safe and healthful conditions for employees.
- Conduct Workplace Inspections. Assist management and supervision with inspections across commercial electrical, heavy industrial, and transmission and distribution operations.
- Deliver Safety Training. Assist with and conduct training related to construction standards and the Sargent Electric Safety Program.
- Investigate Incidents. Conduct accident investigations, identify root causal factors, and implement action items to help prevent recurrence.
- Support Employee Onboarding. Coordinate safety onboarding for new employees assigned to the project.
- Crave Learning. We value people who want to grow through hands-on experience, training, and mentorship. Be active in identifying and engaging in these opportunities.
- Additional Responsibilities. Assume any additional duties and responsibilities as delegated by Sargent Executive Management.
- Bachelor’s degree in safety sciences or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Working knowledge of CFR 1910 and 1926 requirements.
- Strong planning, prioritization, and presentation skills.
- Familiarity with hazards associated with electric transmission and distribution work is preferred.
- OSHA 500 Outreach Instructor authorization and CHST, CUSP, ASP, or CSP certification are preferred.
- Excellent written communication skills and proficiency with computers, particularly Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals.
- The ability to work efficiently under tight timeframes, respond to requests in a timely manner, collaborate as a team player, and manage multiple priorities.
- 1–3 years of relevant safety experience.
- Construction safety experience supporting commercial electrical, heavy industrial, or transmission and distribution operations.
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Established, growing company with a strong industry reputation
- Collaborative, team-driven environment
- Opportunity to directly impact project success and cost efficiency
Sargent Electric Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in safety sciences or equivalent education and relevant experience
- Working knowledge of CFR 1910 and 1926 requirements
- Strong planning, prioritization, and presentation skills
- Excellent written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage tight timeframes, respond promptly, collaborate, and manage multiple priorities
- 1-3 years of relevant safety experience
- Construction safety experience supporting commercial electrical, heavy industrial, or transmission and distribution operations
- Familiarity with hazards associated with electric transmission and distribution work
- OSHA 500 Outreach Instructor authorization
- CHST, CUSP, ASP, or CSP certification
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The Company
What We Do
Sargent Electric Company is a leading full-service electrical contractor providing comprehensive electrical, instrumentation, wireless, and tele-data services. Founded in 1907, the company serves various markets, including commercial, infrastructure, industrial, telecommunications, power, utilities, and renewable energy. They are recognized for their commitment to safety, project management excellence, and high-quality workmanship across their operations in the United States.
