Safety Training Coordinator

Job Description

Salary: $25 $34/hour

Position Summary

The Safety and Training Coordinator is responsible for developing, delivering, and managing United Dredgings safety, compliance, and training programs. This includes overseeing OSHA and MSHA compliance, coordinating all new hire orientation and operational onboarding, and building a proactive, safety-first culture across shop and field operations. This role is key to ensuring all team members are prepared, qualified, and aligned with company expectations from day one.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Safety Program Management

Implement and manage safety programs in alignment with OSHA regulations and company policies.

Conduct field inspections, toolbox talks, and safety meetings in collaboration with field leaders.

Investigate incidents and near misses; coordinate corrective actions and retraining as needed.

Orientation & New Hire Training

Plan and lead Operations-specific onboarding and orientation for new hires, covering topics such as:

Company values and expectations

Basic field protocols and reporting structure

PPE, equipment use, and hazard awareness

Safety documentation and daily routines

Coordinate job-specific training with supervisors and ensure all new team members are certified and fully integrated before being assigned to field work.

Provide follow-up support and refresher training during the first 90 days of employment.

MSHA Compliance

Schedule and facilitate MSHA Part 46/48 New Miner, Annual Refresher, Task Training, and Site-Specific instruction.

Maintain all MSHA compliance documentation and act as liaison with external training providers or regulators.

Ensure field teams meet all site-entry training requirements and document task-specific qualifications.

Training Coordination

Maintain a company-wide training matrix and ensure all team members remain up-to-date on required certifications.

Schedule and document third-party trainings (CPR/First Aid, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, etc.).

Adapt training materials to meet job-specific, location-specific, and regulatory needs.

Documentation and Reporting

Ensure accurate and timely entry of all training data into company systems (e.g., BambooHR).

Prepare compliance reports and support audits or inspections.

Track upcoming renewal dates and communicate requirements with affected team members and managers.

Culture and Accountability

Set the tone for safety and professionalism through your conduct and leadership.

Reinforce accountability by modeling high standards and coaching others to meet them.

Support supervisors in managing team performance related to safety, training, and policy adherence.

Key Performance Indicators

100% onboarding completion within the first week of hire

Full compliance with OSHA and MSHA documentation standards

Reduction in safety incidents and near misses

High engagement in training sessions and toolbox talks

Positive feedback from new hires on onboarding experience

Qualifications

High school diploma required; degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or related field preferred

2+ years in safety, training, or compliance roles within construction, mining, or industrial settings

Knowledge of OSHA and MSHA Part 46/48 regulations

Experience conducting group training and onboarding sessions

MSHA Instructor certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)

Strong communication, presentation, and documentation skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, BambooHR, and training management tools

Working Conditions

Field and office-based role with regular visits to job sites and shops

Must be able to present training indoors and outdoors, occasionally in variable weather

Travel between project locations required

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and move comfortably through job sites and equipment yards

Full-time