At Interstates, we don't just show up to work, we show up for each other. From our headquarters in Iowa to job sites across the country, we're doing award-winning electrical, controls, automation, and OT work that powers industrial facilities for clients here in the U.S. and around the world. Whether you're bending conduit, wiring panels, writing code, supporting projects, or helping things run behind the scenes, you'll be part of a crew that works hard, shares laughs, and takes pride in doing quality work. We believe in building strong teams, doing the right thing, and making a difference in the communities where we live. If you want to grow and do meaningful work, you'll feel at home here.
Build a Safety Career That Makes a Real Impact
As a Safety Technician II at Interstates, you'll help protect people, support field teams, and strengthen a culture where safety comes first. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being in the field, solving problems, and building trusted relationships across the job site.
You'll partner with site leadership and field teams to identify hazards, strengthen safety practices, and help ensure every person on site has the tools and support needed to work safely.
What You'll Do
- Oversee day-to-day safety operations on a construction site
- Instruct site management to identify and immediately correct unsafe working conditions or equipment
- Lead investigations of unsafe acts and accidents to determine root cause and corrective actions
- Monitor and promote on-site safety audits
- Lead site safety meetings
- Train interns or Safety Technician I team members
- Work with site management to ensure safety equipment and supplies are available on site
- Assist with root cause analysis meetings and documentation
- Manage site-specific injuries and accidents with limited direction
Travel Requirements
- This role requires 100% travel within the United States.
- Projects may require travel for extended periods of time, depending on scope and schedule.
- Work across a variety of industries and project types
- This position is ideal for someone who enjoys travel, variety, and field-based work.
What Success Looks Like in This Role
- Lead independently and make sound decisions
- Stay visible and engaged in the field
- Drive investigations and corrective actions
- Support training and compliance
- Build trust with crews and site leadership
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in safety, Occupational Safety & Health, or related field
- OR OSHA 510 certification
- OR equivalent combination of education and field experience
- Construction safety experience
- NFPA/70E training
- 30-hour OSHA training
- Willingness to travel nationwide
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and regulations
- Ability to write reports and procedures
- Ability to calculate OSHA incident rates and percentages
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, SharePoint, and general computer applications
- Sound judgment, strong prioritization skills, and ability to work well under pressure
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous construction safety experience
- CPR and First Aid certification
- Experience supporting incident investigations
- Comfort presenting to groups or leading toolbox talks
- Experience training interns or junior team members
- Familiarity with behavioral-based safety practices
Compensation
- $33 - $36/hr, compensation is based on experience and may vary based on skill level, certifications, and project responsibilities
- Bonus potential
- Per diem, as applicable
- Opportunities for increased responsibility and compensation growth
Why Interstates?
- We describe our culture as family-like, and we mean it
- You're treated as an individual, not a number
- Supportive co-workers who genuinely care
- Opportunities to grow your career and expand your impact
- A company committed to safety, teamwork, and doing the right thing
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
- Bonus incentives and merit increases
- Career coaching and professional development
- Advancement opportunities
Who Thrives in This Role?
- People who are proactive, dependable, and detail-oriented
- Strong communicators who can coach and influence others
- Team members who enjoy field work and hands-on problem-solving
- Safety-minded professionals who want to make a measurable impact on every jobsite
Interstates may collect personal information as part of your job application, such as your contact details, work history, education, and any information you provide. This information is used only for recruitment, to evaluate your candidacy, and to meet legal requirements. For details about our privacy practices and your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please see our Privacy Policy. By applying, you acknowledge that you have reviewed this notice.
Interstates is an EEO provider and offers a drug-free workplace. Employment at Interstates is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without notice or cause, except as otherwise provided by law.
