Safety Coordinator (Santa Barbara) at Progressive Safety

Progressive Safety Services is seeking an experienced Construction Safety Coordinator to oversee on-site safety operations for a large higher education construction project in Santa Barbara, California. This role is critical in ensuring compliance, fostering a strong safety culture, and protecting the well-being of all personnel on the project.No per diem or relocation offered. Contractor requires local candidates within a reasonable commute to the site.Hours are 6am -2:30pm; Monday-Friday. 🔹 Preferred QualificationsAcademic degree in Safety or related field.Professional designation such as ASP, CHST, or CSP.OR minimum of 5 years of prior experience as a designated construction safety coordinator.Proven ability to conduct multiple safety trainings across diverse topics.🔹 Required QualificationsCurrent certifications in First Aid, CPR, and AED.Possession of an OSHA 30-hour card.Demonstrated ability to identify hazards and enforce corrective measures.🔹 What Were Looking ForWe seek a hands-on leader who is:Passionate about safety and compliance.Skilled in communication and training delivery.Able to balance technical expertise with practical, on-site decision-making.Committed to fostering a culture where safety is a shared responsibility.🔹 Key ResponsibilitiesRecognize, evaluate, and mitigate safety hazards across the construction site.Exercise authority to take immediate corrective action when unsafe conditions are identified.Lead and deliver safety trainings including (but not limited to):Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT)Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP)Fall ProtectionTrenching & ExcavationGeneral Safety & OnboardingHand Tools and other task-specific safety topicsCollaborate with project leadership to ensure compliance with OSHA standards and client-specific safety requirements.Promote a proactive safety culture through coaching, mentoring, and daily engagement with crews.