Who We Are

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. is a leading distributor of heavy equipment and cranes in the central United States. We are at the forefront of today's construction industry growth and have several exciting job opportunities for talented, energized professionals across the region who want to join our #WeAre1KirbySmith family!

Safety Coordinator Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid time off and vacation
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Growth opportunities
• Paid training
• Family-owned and operated
• Health and wellness
• Above-average industry pay

Safety Coordinator Position Purpose

The Safety Coordinator will be responsible for providing administration and monitoring of safety training programs company-wide for Kirby-Smith Machinery. The Safety Coordinator will also serve as a safety and compliance resource for management and respond to requests for information and assistance with the Company's safety and compliance program.

Safety Coordinator Essential Functions

• Monitor and administer a company-wide safety program
• Partner with Managers in all areas of safety to reduce accident and incident rates
• Conduct training classes utilizing various mediums
• Develop safety tools, which include providing topics for weekly safety meetings, reporting solutions for accident prevention, etc.
• Conduct safety walkthroughs to identify unsafe conditions, and recommend safeguards and solutions
• Administer collection of monthly safety deliverables and other data
• Coordinate required safety evacuation drills for fire or earthquake and safety drills for tornados
• Monitor and administer employee return-to-work programs

Safety Coordinator Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred
• Knowledge of state, federal, and occupational safety, and health regulations
• Must be self-directed and work well in a team environment
• Must be a strategic thinker to understand long-term safety strategies
• Must possess a high energy level and the skills to influence others to achieve results
• Must be patient and possess excellent listening skills
• Ability to understand opposing points of view
• Complex Reading/Writing Skills
• Analysis/Comprehension
• Basic Math Skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Safety Coordinator Physical Requirements

• Seeing, Hearing/Listening, Color Perception (Red, Green, Amber), Clear Speech, Touching (Dexterity, Hand, Finger)
• Pushing/Pulling/Lifting/Carrying 25 pounds, Driving (local/over the road), Sitting Long Periods, Standing Long Periods, Climbing/Descending Ladders

Safety Coordinator Working Environment

• Work with Others, Verbal Contact with Others, Face-to-Face Contact, Inside, Outside
• Mechanical/Electrical/Pressurized Equipment, Moving Objects

This is considered a Safety-Sensitive position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.