EHS Division Coordinator - South Texas

TRP Construction Group, LLC is a rapidly growing pavement marking and road safety service company with career advancement opportunities. TRP is seeking an EHS Regional Coordinator to become part of our team, and to share our core values of increasing road safety for the traveling public and delivering the highest level of precision and excellence. The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator – South Texas is responsible for supporting the implementation, execution, monitoring, and continuous improvement of TRP Infrastructure Services' EHS programs across assigned branches, field operations, and project locations throughout South Texas. This position serves as a frontline EHS resource, partnering directly with Operations leadership, Branch Managers, Supervisors, Foremen, and field employees to ensure safe work practices, regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, and operational accountability. The EHS Coordinator plays a critical role in translating enterprise EHS expectations into consistent field execution through jobsite inspections, employee engagement, safety training, incident investigations, fleet safety monitoring, branch audits, and corrective action management. The ideal candidate is a hands-on safety professional with experience in roadway construction, highway infrastructure, traffic control, pavement markings, guardrail installation, transportation, or similar field-based operations. This position requires a strong field presence, practical problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to build positive relationships while holding employees and leaders accountable for safe work practices. The primary objective of this position is to prevent incidents, strengthen frontline safety leadership, and ensure consistent execution of the TRP EHS Management System throughout South Texas operations.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Field Safety Leadership & Operational Support

• Serve as the primary field-level EHS resource for assigned South Texas branches and operating locations.
• Establish a consistent and visible EHS presence at branches, projects, and active worksites.
• Partner with Branch Managers, Supervisors, Foremen, and field employees to implement TRP EHS policies, procedures, and expectations.
• Conduct routine field visits to identify hazards, evaluate work practices, and provide immediate coaching.
• Promote proactive hazard recognition, risk assessment, and incident prevention.
• Exercise and reinforce Stop Work Authority when unsafe conditions or activities are identified.
• Support operational leaders in developing practical solutions to field safety challenges.

2. Regulatory Compliance & EHS Program Implementation

• Support compliance with applicable OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, EPA, Texas, and other regulatory requirements.
• Assist branches in implementing enterprise EHS policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Conduct routine compliance inspections of facilities, equipment, vehicles, and jobsites.
• Identify regulatory deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions with Operations leadership.
• Support regulatory inspections, documentation requests, and compliance reviews.
• Monitor implementation of applicable safety requirements for roadway construction and maintenance operations.
• Assist with required EHS documentation, inspections, and recordkeeping.

3. Roadway Construction, Traffic Control & Work Zone Safety

• Conduct field inspections of active roadway construction and maintenance operations.
• Evaluate traffic control setups, work zone protection, and employee exposure to moving traffic.
• Verify implementation of applicable MUTCD requirements, approved traffic control plans, and project-specific safety requirements.
• Evaluate work activities involving:
• Temporary traffic control installation and removal
• Pavement marking and striping operations
• Thermoplastic application and material handling
• Guardrail installation and removal
• Roadway sign installation and maintenance
• Mobile and stationary work zones
• Truck-mounted attenuators (TMAs)
• Verify proper use of high-visibility apparel, PPE, and protective equipment.
• Evaluate struck-by, caught-between, backing, and equipment movement hazards.
• Support the implementation of appropriate protective measures for employees working near live traffic.
• Assist supervisors in addressing unsafe work practices and changing field conditions.

4. SAFE8 – Life Saving Rules Implementation

• Promote and reinforce TRP's SAFE8 – Life Saving Rules throughout assigned operations.
• Conduct field observations and coaching focused on critical risk activities.
• Verify employee understanding and application of:

1. Personal Protective Equipment
2. No Live Traffic Without Protection
3. Spotters During Backing and Equipment Movement
4. Seat Belt Compliance
5. No Distracted Driving
6. Control Hazards Before Work Begins
7. Heat Stress Prevention
8. Stop Work Authority

• Identify SAFE8 violations and support timely intervention and corrective action.
• Promote positive recognition of employees demonstrating SAFE8 behaviors.
• Report recurring critical risk exposures to regional EHS and Operations leadership.

5. Incident Reporting, Investigation & Corrective Actions

• Respond to and support investigations involving injuries, illnesses, vehicle collisions, property damage, near misses, and high-potential incidents.
• Ensure incidents are promptly communicated and documented according to TRP requirements.
• Assist with collecting photographs, witness statements, evidence, and supporting documentation.
• Participate in root cause analysis and identification of contributing factors.
• Develop and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Track corrective action completion and verify implementation effectiveness.
• Support the communication of lessons learned and safety alerts.

6. Fleet Safety, Driver Behavior & DOT Support

• Support implementation of TRP fleet safety and driver accountability programs.
• Conduct vehicle and equipment safety inspections.
• Monitor compliance with seat belt, distracted driving, backing, and safe driving requirements.
• Partner with Fleet and Operations leadership to address vehicle telematics findings.
• Support driver coaching related to speeding, harsh braking, harsh acceleration, and other identified driving behaviors.
• Assist with motor vehicle collision investigations and preventive action development.
• Verify completion of required vehicle inspections and documentation.
• Identify recurring driver safety concerns and escalate significant risks.
• Promote positive driver recognition and safe driving practices.

7. Safety Training, Orientation & Competency Verification

• Conduct and support employee safety training at branches and field locations.
• Assist with new hire EHS orientation and onboarding.
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, and focused safety awareness training.
• Support TRP University training initiatives and employee development pathways.
• Assist with training and competency verification for high-risk work activities.
• Coordinate required training for employees, supervisors, and equipment operators.
• Support practical demonstrations and field competency assessments.
• Support training effectiveness through field observations and employee coaching.

8. Branch EHS Management System & Audits

• Support implementation of TRP's Branch EHS Management System across assigned locations.
• Conduct branch EHS inspections and participate in formal branch audits.
• Verify compliance with minimum branch EHS requirements.
• Support the establishment and effectiveness of Branch Safety Committees.
• Assist in identifying and developing Branch Safety Champions.
• Monitor completion of required safety meetings, inspections, training, and documentation.
• Maintain branch corrective action tracking and follow-up.
• Support branch leadership in developing EHS improvement plans.
• Evaluate branch housekeeping, material storage, equipment safety, fire protection, and emergency preparedness.
• Identify recurring compliance gaps and escalate unresolved deficiencies.
• Support preparation for regional and enterprise EHS performance reviews.

9. EHS Reporting, Systems & Performance Monitoring

• Maintain accurate and timely EHS documentation within VelocityEHS and other designated systems.
• Document field inspections, safety observations, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Track branch and regional EHS performance indicators.
• Support reporting of:
• TRIR and injury trends
• Motor vehicle collisions
• Near misses and hazard observations
• SAFE8 compliance
• Training completion
• Branch audit performance
• Corrective action completion
• Fleet safety observations
• Prepare weekly and monthly summaries of field activities, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Identify trends requiring targeted leadership intervention.
• Participate in regional EHS meetings and enterprise safety initiatives.
• Provide accurate information supporting EHS leadership reviews and continuous improvement efforts.

Required Qualifications Education

• Associate degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Construction Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related discipline strongly preferred.
• An equivalent combination of relevant field experience, education, and professional safety training may be considered.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in environmental, health, and safety, construction safety, transportation safety, industrial safety, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on field safety experience in construction, roadway infrastructure, traffic control, transportation, utilities, or similar operations preferred.
• Demonstrated experience conducting field safety inspections, hazard assessments, and employee safety observations.
• Experience supporting incident investigations and corrective action processes.
• Experience delivering safety training, toolbox talks, and employee coaching.
• Experience working directly with supervisors, foremen, and field employees.
• Familiarity with fleet safety, vehicle inspections, and DOT requirements preferred.
• Experience supporting multiple branches or geographically dispersed operations preferred.

Regulatory & Technical Knowledge

• Candidates should demonstrate working knowledge of:
• OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Safety Standards
• Applicable OSHA 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Standards
• MUTCD Part 6 – Temporary Traffic Control
• Work zone safety and roadway construction hazards
• Personal protective equipment requirements
• Hazard recognition and job hazard analysis
• Incident reporting and investigation
• Root cause analysis and corrective action management
• Equipment and vehicle safety
• Heat illness prevention
• Emergency preparedness and response
• Basic DOT and FMCSA safety requirements
• Environmental awareness and spill prevention

Preferred Professional Certifications

• The following certifications and training credentials are preferred:
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
• OSHA 510 – Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
• ATSSA Traffic Control Technician (TCT)
• ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS)
• First Aid / CPR / AED Certification
• OSHA-authorized outreach trainer credentials
• Defensive Driving Instructor Certification
• Relevant equipment safety or operator trainer qualifications
• ATSSA credentials and traffic control training should align with applicable Texas DOT and project-specific requirements.

Benefits

· Health Insurance · Dental Insurance · Vision Insurance · Life Insurance · Short-Term Disability Insurance · Long-Term Disability Insurance · 401k