Field Safety Coordinator

Job Summary:

We are looking for an enthusiastic Field Safety Coordinator that thrives in a fast-paced, field, work environment with a lot of variety.  The right person for this job is dedicated, trainable, and puts the safety of others at the forefront of all they do. 

Bituminous Roadways, Inc. (BR) is a growing and established union highway/heavy contractor looking for a Safety Coordinator to join our team.  This position will work directly with the Safety Manager in maintaining and growing a positive safety culture and program throughout all aspects of the business.  Our main office is in Mendota Heights, MN.  BR also has plant locations in Columbus, Inver Grove Heights, and Shakopee.   

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with job site pre-construction meetings
• Aid in job site morning huddle and hazard identification meetings
• Conduct inspections on trench protection, traffic control, etc.
• Train new foreman and superintendents on field documents
• Help promote a culture that encourages safe behavior for all team members and reinforces the achievement of safety goals and objectives.
• Monitor pre-task planning documentation and track frequency/accuracy
• Provide supervision of confined space work
• Assist with the completion of new employee check-ins
• Audit subcontractor job sites and provide report-based findings
• Assist with the inspection of traffic management on site using online forms
• Aid in the completion of Job Safety Analysis on job sites
• Incident investigating and reporting
• Other projects and duties as needed

Preferred Competencies: 

• Proficient written and oral communications
• Conflict resolution and response
• Strong ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Building Trust & Rapport with all employees
• Driven to overcome obstacles
• Able to spot high risk behavior
• Collaborate with other departments
• Analytically observant
• Software competent / Tech savvy

Preferred Qualifications:

• Construction experience and/or education highly preferred
• Experience working in the construction industry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365, including Word and Excel
• Strong self-awareness, interpersonal skills, and relationship-building abilities

Other Requirements: All candidates are required to pass a thorough Background Check, Physical and Drug Test.  References will also be checked. 

Job type: Seasonal / Full-Time Position (with potential to be year-round)

Work Location: 20% Mendota Heights, MN (The Office) / 80% Field (Twin Cities Metro and surrounding suburbs)

Company Information:

For more than 75 years, Bituminous Roadways has aspired to be your full-service asphalt pavement solutions provider, and contractor of choice, to both work for and with. We are a union contractor with a diverse workforce dedicated to safety, innovation, continual improvement, environmental stewardship and most importantly, superior customer service.

At Bituminous Roadways, we're energetic and passionate about what we do with an excellent reputation for performance and as a place to work.  Because of our continued growth, we seek qualified candidates who share our vision, values, and commitment to superior customer service.

Benefits of Joining our team!

• Base pay with potential for bonus
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Family owned and operated
• Paid Training
• Advancement opportunities – we aim to promote within
• Family Oriented – Annual events

Bituminous Roadways, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.