Traveling Safety Coordinator
| Hours | Full-time |
|---|---|
| Location | Chehalis, Washington |
About this job
Job Description
Reich Installation Services, Inc. is seeking a Traveling Safety Coordinator to support our rack installation teams on active job sites. This position is onsite and project-based, meaning the Safety Coordinator will be assigned to a job site for the duration of the project and must be comfortable living where the work is located. This role is ideal for a hands-on safety leader who enjoys working directly with crews, solving problems in real time, and teaching safety in the field.
Position OverviewThe Traveling Safety Coordinator will be embedded with RIS installation teams at assigned job sites, working alongside crews daily to promote and maintain a strong safety culture. This is not a remote or office-based role. The ideal candidate leads by example, collaborates closely with project leadership and customers, and is passionate about practical, solutions-focused safety.
Key ResponsibilitiesBe onsite full-time at assigned job sites for the duration of each project
Live where the work is located and relocate as projects change
Actively participate in daily field operations while overseeing safety practices
Lead, promote, and model a proactive, team-focused safety culture
Conduct safety orientations, toolbox talks, and job-specific safety training
Conduct power equipment training for all new employees
Teach, coach, and mentor employees on safe work practices and hazard recognition
Complete and maintain JSAs and JHAs (Job Safety Analysis / Job Hazard Analysis)
Perform daily job site safety audits to ensure customer and regulatory compliance- Examples include LO/TO compliance, live work permits, hot work permits, etc.
Partner with the Project Leader to ensure work areas are safe for employees and customers
Serve as the go-to safety resource when questions arise in the field- Example: determining when to use yellow caution tape vs. red tape to barricade areas
Inspect all tools and equipment used by RIS employees to ensure proper functionality
Submit daily inspection and safety documentation
Communicate hazards, concerns, and corrective actions to the Director of Safety, Project Managers, and Customers
Assist with incident investigations and follow-up corrective actions
Be part of the solution — proactively help resolve safety issues, not just identify problems
OSHA 30 Certification (required or strongly preferred)
Train-the-Trainer certification
Rigging training or certification
Rescue from Heights training or certification
Experience in construction, rack installation, or a similar industrial environment
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred, but not required
Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, field-driven approach
Comfortable traveling and living where projects are located
Willing to work alongside crews, not just observe
Confident teaching, coaching, and developing others in the field
Approachable, collaborative, and respected by both crews and customers
Adaptable and flexible with changing job sites, schedules, and work environments
Full Time- Hours yet to be determined
Competitive hourly pay plus per diem
401K Contribution
Health, Vision, Dental Insurance (Upon Eligibility)