Cuivre River Electric Cooperative

At Cuivre River Electric Cooperative, safety is not just compliance - it is a commitment to our people, our members, and the communities we serve.

We are looking for a Safety Coordinator who wants to do more than enforce rules. We want someone who can help shape culture, build trust with employees, strengthen engagement, and lead safety initiatives that make a real impact across the cooperative.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about operational safety, employee development, field engagement, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Do

• Lead and strengthen the cooperative's safety culture across all departments
• Partner with employees and leaders to proactively identify hazards and improve processes
• Develop, implement, and maintain safety programs, policies, and procedures
• Conduct field observations, audits, inspections, and incident investigations
• Deliver engaging and practical safety training for operational and office employees
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulations
• Coordinate emergency preparedness efforts and support response activities
• Chair and support Safety Committee initiatives
• Analyze trends, identify opportunities for improvement, and help drive accountability
• Serve as a trusted resource and coach for employees and leadership teams

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking someone who:

• Leads with integrity, professionalism, and accountability
• Builds strong relationships and communicates effectively with employees at all levels
• Is comfortable working in both office and field environments
• Can balance compliance requirements with a people-focused approach
• Thinks proactively and works to prevent incidents before they happen
• Brings energy, initiative, and a passion for continuous improvement
• Understands that strong safety cultures are built through consistency, visibility, and trust

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Safety, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of three years of safety experience preferred
• Utility, construction, industrial, or electric cooperative experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and utility safety regulations
• Strong presentation, communication, investigation, and organizational skills
• Commitment to completing NRECA Safety Program requirements

Why Join Cuivre River Electric Cooperative?

At Cuivre River Electric, Missouri's largest electric distribution cooperative,  employees are part of something bigger. Our work powers homes, businesses, schools, farms, and communities across the region. We invest in our employees, prioritize safety, and foster a culture built on teamwork, service, and respect.

We offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Retirement and pension opportunities
• Professional development and training
• A collaborative, team-focused culture
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve

If you are looking for an opportunity to lead, influence culture, and help create a safer workplace where people genuinely care about one another , we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us continue building a culture where safety comes first and people matter most.

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About Cuivre River Electric Co-op, Inc.

Cuivre River Electric Cooperative, Inc., a Touchstone Energy Cooperative, is Missouri’s largest electric distribution cooperative, serving more than 75,000 individual, family and business members in Lincoln, Pike, St. Charles and Warren counties. Touchstone Energy Cooperative is a major electric utility brand that represents a nationwide alliance made of more than 750 local, member-owned electric cooperatives in 46 states. Touchstone Energy co-ops collectively deliver power and energy solutions to more than 40 million members each day. Electric cooperatives distribute power for 75 percent of the land mass in the United States with over 2.4 million miles of power lines. Electric cooperatives were established to provide electricity to rural America, and now make up the largest electric utility network in the nation. Touchstone Energy®(link is external) is the national brand identity for this exclusive network. Cuivre River Electric Cooperative shares a common promise to provide your residential and commercial energy services while meeting the highest standards of accountability, integrity, innovation and commitment to your community. Our power is generated by Associated E...lectric Cooperative(link is external) and Central Electric Power Cooperative(link is external) using various generation methods including coal, natural gas, and alternative energy production using hydroelectricity, solar and wind power. Electricity for Cuivre River Electric is delivered through Central Electric Power Cooperative. Cuivre River Electric is an equal opportunity employer. We have more than 130 employees who work in of our Troy headquarters and Lake Saint Louis branch offices. These employees live in the communities we serve.

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