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This role focuses on excavation and trenching safety, confined spaces, heavy equipment operations, and regulatory compliance while promoting a strong safety-first culture across Texas jobsites ...

This role focuses on excavation and trenching safety, confined spaces, heavy equipment operations, and regulatory compliance while promoting a strong safety-first culture across Texas jobsites ...

This role focuses on excavation and trenching safety, confined spaces, heavy equipment operations, and regulatory compliance while promoting a strong safety-first culture across Texas jobsites ...

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Construction Safety Officer

Reno, NV ยท On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Promote and reinforce a safety-first culture across all levels of the organization. * Partner with field leadership to drive accountability and consistent safety performance. * Lead by example and ...

Maintain safety inventory including PPE, first aid kits, and other essential resources at each site. * Consult with field leadership to maintain safe practices aligned with Canyon State Electric ...

Safety Coordinator

Manchester, NH ยท On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Communicate information to management, employees, and external stakeholders, creating and maintaining a safety-first culture. Requirements: * Exhibit familiarity with manufacturing work and safety ...

Environmental, Health & Safety Manager

Destrehan, LA ยท On-site

$75K - $101K/yr

Champion a safety-first culture across the workforce. * Program Management: Implement, maintain, and update all EHS programs and plans to meet or exceed company standards and all applicable ...

Environmental, Health & Safety Manager

Bellevue, OH ยท On-site

$77K - $105K/yr

Champion a safety-first culture across the workforce. * Program Management: Implement, maintain, and update all EHS programs and plans to meet or exceed company standards and all applicable ...

Champion a safety-first culture across the workforce. * Program Management: Implement, maintain, and update all EHS programs and plans to meet or exceed company standards and all applicable ...

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be a key leader in fostering our safety-first culture. You will champion the execution of all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs and plans ...

Safety Manager

Denver, CO ยท On-site

$105K - $125K/yr

Promote a strong safety-first culture by maintaining visibility in the field, coaching crews, and reinforcing safe work practices. * Conduct routine safety inspections, document observations, track ...

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How much do safety first jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for safety first in the United States is $32.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.48 and $39.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Safety First professionals, and how do they typically address them?

Safety First professionals often encounter challenges such as ensuring compliance across diverse teams, managing resistance to safety protocols, and staying updated with evolving regulations. They address these obstacles by conducting regular training sessions, fostering a strong safety culture, and performing frequent on-site inspections and audits. Collaborating closely with management and employees, they proactively identify risks and implement corrective actions. This proactive and collaborative approach helps maintain a safe working environment for everyone, while also supporting positive relationships across departments.

What is a Safety First job?

A Safety First job focuses on ensuring the health and well-being of employees, customers, or the public by implementing safety protocols and procedures. These roles are common in industries like construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and transportation. Responsibilities may include conducting safety audits, training staff on best practices, and enforcing compliance with safety regulations. The goal is to minimize risks, prevent accidents, and create a safe working environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Safety First position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Safety First professional (such as a Safety Officer or Safety Specialist), you need a strong understanding of occupational health and safety regulations, risk assessment techniques, and often a degree or certification in safety management. Familiarity with safety management systems (SMS), industry-standard audit tools, and certifications like OSHA or NEBOSH are typically required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and situational awareness help you effectively train staff and identify potential hazards. These competencies are vital for promoting a safe work environment and preventing workplace accidents and injuries.

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Gas Safety Coordinator

Gas Safety Coordinator

Northstar Energy Solutions, LLC.

Grand Prairie, TX โ€ข On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Job description

About Us
NorthStar Energy Solutions, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is headquartered in Grand Prairie, TX and operates across the Central Southwest part of the United States. We are leaders specializing in transmission lines, distribution lines, substation construction, foundations, storm damage repairs, and electrical contracting.
Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.
About this Role
NorthStar Energy Solutions is seeking a Gas Safety Coordinator to support safe work practices across natural gas pipeline, distribution, and facility construction projects. This role is intended for individuals with direct, hands-on experience in gas construction environments who understand the operational realities of working on active gas systems.
The Gas Safety Coordinator will work closely with field crews, supervisors, and project leadership to promote safe execution, ensure regulatory compliance, and reinforce a safety-first culture in pipeline and gas utility environments. Craft experience in pipeline construction, gas distribution, or related field operations is highly valued.
What You'll Do
  • Provide on-site safety support for gas distribution projects including main installation, service tie-ins, meter sets, regulator stations, and system upgrades
  • Participate in daily job briefings and hazard assessments focused on live gas environments, excavation safety, and public right-of-way work
  • Monitor and reinforce safe practices during hot taps, purging, pressure testing, and tie-in operations on active distribution systems
  • Support safe excavation practices around existing underground utilities, including trench protection and utility locates
  • Identify unsafe conditions in congested, high-traffic, or residential work zones and coordinate corrective actions with supervisors
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, DOT 49 CFR 192 requirements, company procedures, and client safety expectations
  • Assist with incident, near-miss, and leak response documentation and follow-up
  • Reinforce a safety-first culture through direct field engagement with distribution crews, foremen, and subcontractors

What You'll Bring
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Hands-on experience working in natural gas distribution construction or maintenance environments
  • Craft background such as gas distribution foreman, pipelayer, service technician, gas utility crew member, or similar field role
  • Strong understanding of live gas work practices including service tie-ins, hot taps, purging, pressure testing, and meter/regulator installations
  • Knowledge of trench safety, excavation standards, underground utility coordination, and work within public right-of-way environments
  • Familiarity with DOT 49 CFR 192 requirements and OSHA construction safety standards
  • Ability to identify gas-specific hazards and work safely around active distribution systems
  • Strong communication skills and ability to build trust with field crews and supervisors
  • Willingness to travel to job sites within the service territory as required
  • OSHA 10 or 30, First Aid/CPR, and gas operator qualification (OQ) experience preferred
  • Prior safety coordination experience preferred but not required

What You'll Get
As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.
  • 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
  • Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
    • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
  • Short term and long term benefits
  • Employee discounts on consumer goods

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Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.