Safety Coordinator, Self Perform

Description:
The Self Perform Mechanical Safety Coordinator is an hourly field role responsible for driving a strong safety culture across a mechanical installation team of approximately 97 craft workers spanning multiple active job sites in the Reno region. This position works directly alongside field crews, superintendents, and foremen to enforce safe work practices, maintain compliance, and support a zero-incident work environment. This role will be Reno local and will require travel to multiple job sites throughout the Reno Region.

Responsibilities:

Conduct daily safety walks and site inspections across multiple active job sites, documenting observations and corrective actions and provide safe means of work recommendations to field hands

Facilitate toolbox talks, pre-task planning (PTP/JHA), and safety briefings with field crews at the start of each shift

Track and document safety observations, near-misses, incidents, and corrective actions in project safety systems

Coordinate with site superintendents and foremen to enforce safe work practices and Tesla EHS standards

Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action documentation

Assist with onboarding and site-specific safety orientation for new crew members joining the project

Monitor regulatory compliance with OSHA standards, site-specific requirements, and Tesla EHS protocols

Requirements:

OSHA 30 Construction certification required; CHST or STSC certification a plus
3+ years of field safety coordination experience on industrial, mechanical, or large-scale commercial construction projects
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to lead safety conversations with crews of varying experience levels
Familiarity with mechanical, piping, and HVAC trades and associated hazards (pressure testing, overhead work, confined space, chemical handling)
Experience with incident reporting systems and safety documentation platforms
Physical stamina to conduct walking inspections across large, active construction sites on 12-hour shifts
Ability to work in a fast-paced multi-site environment and manage competing priorities across crews