Safety Coordinator

Seeking Safety Coordinator for large MEP Fabrication Shop supporting a Data Center in Columbus, Ohio.

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Compensation: This is a salaried role. Pay is dependent on experience.

Job Site: Fabrication shop with potential to fill in on site as needed.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Safety Coordinator to support operations at a warehouse facility tied to a

large-scale data center project. This role will focus on overseeing safety for material

receiving, staging, and outbound logistics. The environment will involve frequent use of

forklifts, telehandlers, and trailer loading/unloading activities.

This individual will play a key role in maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient warehouse

operation while working closely with site leadership, operators, and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide day-to-day safety oversight for warehouse operations including material

receiving, staging, and outbound logistics

Monitor and enforce safe operation of forklifts, telehandlers, and other material

handling equipment

Conduct and coordinate operator training for forklifts and Mobile Elevating Work

Platforms (MEWP), including hands-on evaluations and documentation

Ensure all equipment operators are properly trained, evaluated, and authorized per

OSHA and site requirements

Conduct routine safety inspections of equipment, work areas, and storage practices

Lead daily safety briefings / toolbox talks

Ensure proper traffic flow and pedestrian safety

Identify hazards and implement corrective actions

Support incident investigations and near-miss reporting

Maintain training records and compliance documentation

Assist with JHAs, SOPs, and inspection logs

Work closely with site leadership to align safety with project goals

Qualifications:

OSHA 510 REQUIRED

2+ years of safety experience in construction, warehouse, or industrial environments

Experience with forklift and/or MEWP training

Strong understanding of material handling equipment safety

Strong xywuqvp communication skills and field presence

Preferred Experience:

Data center or mission-critical project experience

High-volume warehouse or logistics environments

Experience delivering operator training and evaluations

Work Environment:

Active warehouse and yard setting with high equipment traffic and a fast-paced material

flow environment.

What Success Looks Like:

Safe and efficient material flow

Well-trained and competent operators

Strong engagement with warehouse staff

Proactive hazard identification

Clear communication and accountability