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Position Description

SAFETY COORDINATOR (ENTRY-LEVEL) – Heavy Civil Construction
State Utility Contractors, Inc. – Monroe, NC

About the Role

State Utility Contractors, Inc. is seeking a Safety Coordinator to support and strengthen our company-wide safety program across active job sites. This role is ideal for someone early in their safety career who enjoys working directly with field crews, promoting safe work practices, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and company standards.

Why State Utility?

State Utility Contractors is a top-tier Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build contractor with over 40+ years of specialized experience in water and wastewater treatment plant and pipeline construction across NC, SC, and VA. Our projects range from $500,000 to $100 million and include treatment facilities, pump stations, and major pipeline infrastructure.

What You’ll Do

You will be involved in the daily execution of State Utility Contractors safety program across active projects.

You will:
• Conduct regular and unannounced jobsite inspections to identify unsafe conditions and behaviors
• Assist in developing, implementing, and enforcing OSHA and company safety policies and procedures
• Organize and conduct safety training, orientations, and skill assessments
• Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, incident investigations, near misses, and training records
• Serve as a point of contact between employees and management on safety matters in both English and Spanish
• Evaluate equipment and work processes to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical training or associate degree preferred)
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• OSHA 10 or 30-hour certification preferred (First Aid, CPR, and AED recommended)
• 6+ months of experience in safety, health, or environmental roles (construction or industrial experience preferred)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic safety record-keeping systems
• Strong observation, communication, and organizational skills

• Clean driving record with 5 years of driving experience

Why You’ll Love Working Here

✔ 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP)
✔ Competitive Salary
✔ Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
✔ 401(k) with Employer Match
✔ Paid Time Off & Holidays
✔ Career development and advancement opportunities
✔ Stable, full-time position (Monday–Friday with occasional weekend work)