Orlando Utilities Commission
OUC - The Reliable One
is presently seeking a
Safety Coordinator
to join the Employee Experience division. At OUC, we don’t just work – we’re building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations. We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable professional to support our Commission’s mission of preventing workplace incidents, promoting safe behavior, and ensuring regulatory compliance across all departments. This role plays a critical part in cultivating a safe working environment by delivering safety training, conducting thorough inspections and audits, and partnering with employees and management to identify and mitigate risks. OUC is an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida, committed to innovation, sustainability, and our community. OUC’s mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable, reliable services and solutions. What You Will Do: Develop and facilitate hands-on safety training programs for employees and contractors, covering areas such as lock-out/tag-out, confined space, CPR/AED/1st Aid, trenching and excavation, cargo securement, and more. Conduct accident investigations, hazard mitigation assessments, and area inspections to identify risks and recommend improvements. Lead safety meetings, drills, and emergency response exercises, serving as a liaison to incident command units. Review and evaluate personal protective equipment (PPE), work procedures, and training effectiveness. Perform field audits and facility inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Create and present reports, correspondence, and safety notifications to management and staff. Collaborate with leadership to provide cost-effective solutions for mitigating hazards and enhancing workplace safety. Manage safety records, track recommendations, and maintain documentation in enterprise resource management systems. The ideal candidate will have: High school diploma or GED (required). Advanced education in a related field may substitute for work experience on a 1:1 basis. Minimum of six (6) years in a safety role within military, public safety, utility, construction, manufacturing, or a directly related industry (required). Experience creating, supporting, or implementing safety procedures, audits, drills, and training programs (preferred). Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, federal and local safety codes, PPE, and industry-standard safety practices. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Strong written and verbal communication, ability to analyze data and prepare clear reports, and capability to identify hazards and recommend effective solutions. Valid Driver’s License. OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package.
Our Total Rewards package includes: Competitive compensation Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period. OUC’s Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time Paid parental leave Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities Access to family-oriented recreational areas Paid Conference and Training Opportunities Free downtown parking Salary Range:
$37.30 - $46.63 per hour- commensurate with experience (estimated $77,584.00 - $96,990.40 annually) LOCATION:
Pershing: 6003 Pershing Ave. Orlando, FL 32822 Job Purpose:
Supports the Commission’s goal of preventing incidents and unsafe behavior that result in on-the-job injuries and/or property damage and maintaining regulatory compliance. Primary Functions: In collaboration with department leadership, supports the development and facilitation of safety training using visual tools for record keeping, work site surveillance and inspection, and hazard mitigation records. Writes and presents reports such as incident reports, research findings, special hazards reports, safety notifications, email notifications etc. Engage in emergency response trainings, policies, procedures, drills and serve as liaison to incident command units. Assist in planning, developing and revising procedures, evaluating personal protective equipment, critiquing drill responses, on-site response to medical emergencies, and organizing and scheduling training exercises and drills. Schedule and conduct safety meetings for departments and create debriefing reports post meetings. Conduct unannounced/announced field audits and annual facility inspections. Perform job task evaluations to determine adequacy of safety controls and provide recommendations; Create correspondence to communicate and address safety issues, concerns, requests, questions, etc.; Participate in pre-planning activities for training such as guest requests, room reservations, purchasing food and refreshments, obtaining necessary equipment, developing hands-on demonstrations, etc. Consult with and counsel both OUC management and employees as to preferred methods of achieving cost effective solutions to mitigate or minimize hazards in the workplace; Upload, update, and manage safety recommendations in the enterprise resource management system; Perform other duties as assigned. Technical Requirements: Working knowledge of all, but not limited to, the following: OSHA regulations; Federal and local regulations, codes, and/or standards; Gas Monitoring Equipment; Various Personal Protective Equipment devices (PPE); Power Plant Drawings, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams Good communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written; Ability to create and analyze data and reports; Ability to identify incidents, safety violations and other concerns and communicate findings in a clear and concise manner to all appropriate parties; Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals, compute rates, ratios and percentages; Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) and standard office equipment (computer, telephone, copier, etc.). Education/ Certification/ Years of Experience Requirements: High school or GED (required). Minimum of six (6) years of work experience in a safety role in military, public safety, utility, construction, manufacturing or directly related industry (required). Advanced education in a related field may be substituted for experience requirements on a 1:1 basis. Experience creating or supporting the creation and implementation of safety procedures, audits, drills, and training (preferred). Valid Driver’s License. OSHA 30 Certification at the time of hire or to be obtained within 6 months of hire; Working Conditions:
This job may be frequently exposed to working near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, work in confined spaces, outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat (non-weather), and breathing apparatus. Physical Requirements:
This job requires speaking and hearing, typing, reading, writing, and detailed inspection. This job may consist of standing, walking, sitting, lifting up to 40 lbs., bending/stooping, reaching over head, repetitive motions, climbing (ladders, stairs, hills, etc.), wearing personal protective equipment, and driving a company vehicle. OUC–The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations . EOE M/F/Vets/Disabled
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is presently seeking a
Safety Coordinator
to join the Employee Experience division. At OUC, we don’t just work – we’re building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations. We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable professional to support our Commission’s mission of preventing workplace incidents, promoting safe behavior, and ensuring regulatory compliance across all departments. This role plays a critical part in cultivating a safe working environment by delivering safety training, conducting thorough inspections and audits, and partnering with employees and management to identify and mitigate risks. OUC is an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida, committed to innovation, sustainability, and our community. OUC’s mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable, reliable services and solutions. What You Will Do: Develop and facilitate hands-on safety training programs for employees and contractors, covering areas such as lock-out/tag-out, confined space, CPR/AED/1st Aid, trenching and excavation, cargo securement, and more. Conduct accident investigations, hazard mitigation assessments, and area inspections to identify risks and recommend improvements. Lead safety meetings, drills, and emergency response exercises, serving as a liaison to incident command units. Review and evaluate personal protective equipment (PPE), work procedures, and training effectiveness. Perform field audits and facility inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Create and present reports, correspondence, and safety notifications to management and staff. Collaborate with leadership to provide cost-effective solutions for mitigating hazards and enhancing workplace safety. Manage safety records, track recommendations, and maintain documentation in enterprise resource management systems. The ideal candidate will have: High school diploma or GED (required). Advanced education in a related field may substitute for work experience on a 1:1 basis. Minimum of six (6) years in a safety role within military, public safety, utility, construction, manufacturing, or a directly related industry (required). Experience creating, supporting, or implementing safety procedures, audits, drills, and training programs (preferred). Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, federal and local safety codes, PPE, and industry-standard safety practices. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Strong written and verbal communication, ability to analyze data and prepare clear reports, and capability to identify hazards and recommend effective solutions. Valid Driver’s License. OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package.
Our Total Rewards package includes: Competitive compensation Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period. OUC’s Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time Paid parental leave Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities Access to family-oriented recreational areas Paid Conference and Training Opportunities Free downtown parking Salary Range:
$37.30 - $46.63 per hour- commensurate with experience (estimated $77,584.00 - $96,990.40 annually) LOCATION:
Pershing: 6003 Pershing Ave. Orlando, FL 32822 Job Purpose:
Supports the Commission’s goal of preventing incidents and unsafe behavior that result in on-the-job injuries and/or property damage and maintaining regulatory compliance. Primary Functions: In collaboration with department leadership, supports the development and facilitation of safety training using visual tools for record keeping, work site surveillance and inspection, and hazard mitigation records. Writes and presents reports such as incident reports, research findings, special hazards reports, safety notifications, email notifications etc. Engage in emergency response trainings, policies, procedures, drills and serve as liaison to incident command units. Assist in planning, developing and revising procedures, evaluating personal protective equipment, critiquing drill responses, on-site response to medical emergencies, and organizing and scheduling training exercises and drills. Schedule and conduct safety meetings for departments and create debriefing reports post meetings. Conduct unannounced/announced field audits and annual facility inspections. Perform job task evaluations to determine adequacy of safety controls and provide recommendations; Create correspondence to communicate and address safety issues, concerns, requests, questions, etc.; Participate in pre-planning activities for training such as guest requests, room reservations, purchasing food and refreshments, obtaining necessary equipment, developing hands-on demonstrations, etc. Consult with and counsel both OUC management and employees as to preferred methods of achieving cost effective solutions to mitigate or minimize hazards in the workplace; Upload, update, and manage safety recommendations in the enterprise resource management system; Perform other duties as assigned. Technical Requirements: Working knowledge of all, but not limited to, the following: OSHA regulations; Federal and local regulations, codes, and/or standards; Gas Monitoring Equipment; Various Personal Protective Equipment devices (PPE); Power Plant Drawings, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams Good communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written; Ability to create and analyze data and reports; Ability to identify incidents, safety violations and other concerns and communicate findings in a clear and concise manner to all appropriate parties; Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals, compute rates, ratios and percentages; Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) and standard office equipment (computer, telephone, copier, etc.). Education/ Certification/ Years of Experience Requirements: High school or GED (required). Minimum of six (6) years of work experience in a safety role in military, public safety, utility, construction, manufacturing or directly related industry (required). Advanced education in a related field may be substituted for experience requirements on a 1:1 basis. Experience creating or supporting the creation and implementation of safety procedures, audits, drills, and training (preferred). Valid Driver’s License. OSHA 30 Certification at the time of hire or to be obtained within 6 months of hire; Working Conditions:
This job may be frequently exposed to working near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, work in confined spaces, outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat (non-weather), and breathing apparatus. Physical Requirements:
This job requires speaking and hearing, typing, reading, writing, and detailed inspection. This job may consist of standing, walking, sitting, lifting up to 40 lbs., bending/stooping, reaching over head, repetitive motions, climbing (ladders, stairs, hills, etc.), wearing personal protective equipment, and driving a company vehicle. OUC–The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations . EOE M/F/Vets/Disabled
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