Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $79,800 - $105,500

Safety Coordinator | Bouten Construction Company | Richland, WA - requires 100% travel and allows you to live anywhere in Central Washington

Are you interested in joining an exceptional team where our mission is the steadfast pursuit of better ways to build places that matter and relationships that last? Do you want to live in a community where you spend less time commuting and more time with your family and in the beautiful outdoors? Bouten Construction, a leading General Contractor with an 80-year history spanning iconic projects across the Inland Northwest, is looking for a Safety Coordinator.

The Safety Coordinator will be dedicated to educating and promoting a positive, cohesive safety culture across our organization. The Safety Coordinator will report to our Director of Safety and support our project teams in the proactive implementation of Bouten’s safety protocols to identify and eliminate job site hazards. This position involves daily travel to various job sites, with the office being entirely mobile while officing at project jobsites.

Job Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the essential duties/responsibilities listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties/responsibilities of this job.

• Assist the Director of Safety with program development including research and document and training material preparation.
• Support field leadership by conducting research, visiting projects, attending meetings, addressing safety concerns, and making recommendations for improvement.

• Use knowledge and independent judgment to provide direction and advice to workers regarding safety practices, policies, and procedures. Determine and implement appropriate corrective measures. Communicate these measures with a positive and educational spirit.
• Conduct safety-related training and lead safety meetings, as needed, in support of Director of Safety and site supervision. Public speaking skills desired.
• Maintain safety related records and assist with company notifications as needed.
• Assist the Director of Safety with incident response and investigation, including taking statements, attending appointments with injured workers, and assisting with reports.
• Periodically attend DIRT card meetings to ensure proper implementation of the documentation and process. Conduct spot checks regularly.
• Become familiar with WAC’s (Washington Administrative Code) 296-155, OSHA 29 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) 1926, and OAR (Oregon Administrative Rules) Division 3, and all other pertinent safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate with trade partners and represent Bouten to resolve potential hazards/hazardous situations. Partner with project teams to ensure timely resolution.
• Conduct routine site inspections, documenting safety related deficiencies. Communicate and follow-up on action items.
• Obtain additional certification and attend professional education opportunities related to safety.
• This position requires regular project site visits to ensure project teams are supported and we are effectively educating and promoting our safety culture. Bouten currently performs work in Northern Idaho, Eastern Washington, Central Washington, and Northeast Oregon.

Desired Attributes

• Hard working and committed
• Excellent follow-up
• Sense of urgency on important matters
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Team-oriented, collaborative, resourceful, and positive attitude
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain focus on goals, combined with the flexibility to pivot when necessary
• A self-starter, results-oriented individual
  

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a safety role in the construction industry. Commercial construction preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in safety management preferred
• Health and Safety (EHS) education and/or certification (CHST, OHST, ASP or CSP) preferred
• Working knowledge of safety/environmental principles and techniques, Worker’s Compensation regulations, claims management, and ability to identify and resolves safety hazards
• Travel to project sites in the regions that we serve
• Proficient computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint)
  

Salary Range & Benefits

• Salary Range: $79,800 - $105,500
• Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
• Vehicle Allowance
• 100% Company Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Premiums for Employee and Family
• 401k with company match $1 for $1 up to 6%
• 3 weeks’ vacation and 12 paid sick days
• Paid holidays
  

Location: Richland, WA (100% travel; office being entirely mobile) See

Equal Opportunities

All employees and job applicants are guaranteed an equal employment opportunity. Bouten will not discriminate against any individual based on a protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, or any other protected status under Federal, State, or local laws.

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