Sr. Safety Coordinator- St. Louis

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Senior Safety Coordinator

Mullins Mechanical is a leader in industrial and large commercial mechanical, plumbing, HVAC construction projects. Our projects are often in the industrial and manufacturing environments, such as manufacturing facilities, automotive plants, chemical plants, distribution centers, warehouses, and other large commercial facilities. We are a self-performing specialty contractor specializing in design-build applications, HVAC systems, plumbing, process piping systems, boiler and chiller systems, equipment installation and rigging, plant relocation and maintenance, and metal fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety performance and operations across two (2) or more construction projects.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and development to field safety personnel, including Safety Interns, Safety Technicians, and Safety Coordinators.
• Establish clear expectations and standards for how safety is executed across projects in alignment with company requirements.
• Promote strong morale, engagement, and consistent safety practices across all assigned teams and job sites.
• Serve as a subject matter resource for complex or high-risk safety issues and support resolution efforts.
• Review safety documentation, incident reports, and corrective actions to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely resolution.
• Partner with safety leadership to review and approve critical safety plans, including:
• Critical lifts
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Confined space entry
• Excavation plans requiring engineered systems
• Identify safety trends across projects and develop/implement improvement plans.
• Build credibility with frontline supervision (Crew Leads, Foremen) to encourage proactive hazard identification and incident reporting.
• Develop strong relationships with Project Managers, Superintendents, Field Operations leadership, and Construction leadership to drive a unified approach to safety.
• Ensure project compliance with company safety requirements, including weekly PM/Superintendent walks and weekly safety meetings.
• Partner with safety leadership to develop staffing plans for Safety Coordinators and Safety Technicians based on project scope, contract requirements, and risk level.
• Coordinate with local occupational health clinics to understand available services and support incident response planning.
• Oversee and reinforce overall safety compliance, culture, and performance across assigned projects.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Certification required.
• First Aid / CPR Certification required.
• OSHA 510 Certification required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of safety experience in construction or a related field required.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and develop safety personnel across multiple projects required.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety practices, high-risk activities, and regulatory requirements required.
• Strong communicati

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• Industrial indoor environments such as data centers, manufacturing floors, mechanical rooms, and utility spaces.
• High ‑ noise areas requiring hearing protection.
• Dusty, dirty, or fume ‑ producing environments depending on project scope.
• Tight or congested workspaces with multiple trades working simultaneously.
• Varying lighting conditions including low ‑ light or task ‑ light ‑ only areas.

Cognitive & Safety ‑ Critical Requirements

• Maintain alertness and awareness for long periods.
• Recognize and avoid hazards including fall hazards, electrical hazards, pinch points, and equipment movement.
• Follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Make quick, safe decisions in changing conditions.
• Work independently or as part of a team depending on task needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Mullin Mechanical is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Mullins Mechanical ranked #243 on the 2024 ENR Top Specialty Contractors list, #48 in the Nation and #5 in the Southeast among Firms in Mechanical. We’re proud to be one of the fastest growing privately held companies in America. We’re a self-performing specialty contractor specializing in design-build applications, HVAC systems, plumbing, process piping systems, boiler and chiller systems, equipment installation and rigging, plant relocation and maintenance, fire protection, and metal fabrication. Our projects are often in industrial and heavy commercial environments such as manufacturing facilities, automotive plants, chemical plants, distribution centers, warehouses, data centers, and other large facilities.