Safety Coordinator

At Horwitz, we don't just offer jobs-we build careers. For over 100 years, we've been a leader in HVAC, plumbing, electrical services, delivering exceptional service while fostering a supportive and innovative workplace. Joining our team means working with passionate professionals in a culture built on safety, accountability, professionalism, motivation, curiosity, and a can-do attitude.

We're committed to your growth with training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities. Along with competitive benefits-you'll be part of a company that values its employees and makes a positive impact in the community. Join Horwitz and become part of a legacy of excellence and opportunity.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Safety Coordinator will provide support to office and field personnel located on various project sites. This person will also assist the Safety Department to enforce the Company Safety policies and procedures. In addition to the project site safety responsibilities, they shall participate in and complete all tasks assigned to them by the Safety Department.

RESPONSIBLITIES/DUTIES:

These responsibilities generally describe the nature of the position and may not be all inclusive:

• Assist in the development and enforce the Safety Program and Site-Specific Safety and Health Plans.
• Provides technical safety advice, coaching, guidance, and mentoring to all employees regarding Horwitz safety policies and procedures.
• Responsible to stay updated in all necessary State and Federal rules and regulations relevant to our scope of work.
• Assists the Safety Director, Safety Department with performing in-house training with regard to site safety and safety related regulations.
• Assists with writing new company safety policies and procedures.
• Assists with reporting, handling, and monitoring of worker's compensation, property, and general liability insurance claims.
• Assist in conducting new hire orientations for every new employee.
• Conduct weekly site safety inspections on Horwitz job sites.
• Assist in investigating all accidents, incidents, and near misses.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Conduct yourself in accordance with Horwitz core values: Safe, Accountable, Professional, Motivated, Can Do and Curious.

SKILLS/ABILITES:

• Entry to intermediate level knowledge of State and Federal environmental, health, and safety standards and regulations.
• Intermediate knowledge of commonly used computer programs (MS Office - Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Uses time productively, maximize efficiency and meet challenging work goals.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Possess and maintain an exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• EHS related undergraduate degree program
• Intermediate experience with managing a HVAC Service or Construction safety program preferred but not required.
• or a combination of both a minor in an EHS field and 2 years of construction safety experience where construction safety was your primary responsibility (75% is the minimum).
• or board-certified Construction Health and Safety Technician®, (CHST®)
• OSHA 30 Certification preferred but not required. Ability to complete within first 10 days of employment.