Safety Coordinator Jobs in Colorado
Safety Coordinator jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo, where construction booms, energy infrastructure, and manufacturing keep demand steady across seniority levels from entry-level site safety associates to senior program managers. Large employers with lasting Colorado footprints, including Xcel Energy, Hensel Phelps, and Lockheed Martin Space, consistently hire safety coordinators across construction, aerospace and defense, and utilities. Construction safety, industrial hygiene, and environmental health compliance are the specialties most in demand statewide. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Overview
The Fleet Safety Coordinator will execute and implement the fleet safety program to include proactive vehicle safety measures, accident prevention, regulatory compliance, accident investigation, Federal Motor Carrier Administration regulation counseling, and development of safety and training materials and programs at the direction of the Fleet Safety Department. The Fleet Safety Coordinator will be able to travel to accident scenes to conduct an accident investigation.
Job Responsibilities & Duties
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Commitment to AFW’s safety policies and procedures and ability to promote awareness.
- Available to all delivery/OTR Personnel who may have questions or concerns.
- Inspects daily VIR’s and ensures a VIR is completed for each truck daily by collecting them at the end of each route.
- Monitor Delivery Dept. log books for employees at their location and ensure any log corrections are made when needed.
- Knowledge and experience using appropriate methods to assess driver skills.
- Periodically follow Delivery or OTR trucks on a rotating basis to monitor and complete observation reports about an employee’s driving behavior, speeds, turn signal usage, courteous driving, intelligent parking locations, spotter usage, etc.
- Appraises employee performance, communicates goals and expectations, provide honest feedback and coaches team members.
- Able to understand and communicate FMCSA regulations.
- Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines and effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Communicates, coordinates, and develops teamwork with the AFW management team.
- Review driver’s infringements arrange re-training when necessary.
- Ensures compliance and communication of applicable state and federal regulations.
- Coordinate with the NON-CDL trainer to schedule necessary training of new employees or further necessary training of an existing employee.
- Randomly pre-trip vehicles to ensure FMCSA compliance.
- Stay on top of regional weather conditions and relay the information to the teams.
- Immediately proceed to an accident scene when practical to gather information, investigate, take pictures, and coordinate with the Accident Investigator regarding drug and alcohol testing, post-accident procedures, etc.
- Other duties to be assigned/directed by supervisor.
- All training will be provided by AFW.
This position has no supervisory responsibilities
Job Requirements
- Previous experience as a Fleet Safety Coordinator/related job or experience working in a deliveries department preferred.
- Positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills.
- Must possess great time management and organizational skills.
- Coordinate and work effectively with multiple departments to continuously improve processes, maximize efficiency and exceed customer service expectations .
- Ability to maintain a clean and professional appearance.
- Ability to have a flexible schedule and work all shifts, holidays, and weekends.
- Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions accurately. Capacity to effectively work independently of direct supervision.
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED is preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience accepted in lieu of diploma.
Compensation
Pay Rate: Starting at $20/hour and up - dependent on experience
Pay Grade C: $17.71-32.89
At AFW we offer great perks: weekly pay, benefits package (medical, dental, vision), 401k matching, and more!
Physical Requirements
- Capacity to maneuver in confined and at times congested areas.
- Capability to stand, walk, stoop, & bend for 8 hours or more daily.
- Lifting, gripping, bending, kneeling, stooping, and moving merchandise 8 hours or more daily.
- Continuous use of arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back.
- Ability to lift, lower, move, carry, push and pull all sizes of merchandise up to 50 lbs. and the skill to handle/manipulate merchandise up to 100 lbs. frequently.
- Able to work in variable environments with different lighting, loud exterior noise, and flooring.
Work Environment
- Fluorescent Lighting
- Concrete Flooring
- Climate affected by outside conditions
- Considerable exterior noise
- Extreme temperature fluctuations in the warehouse
American Furniture Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at American Furniture Warehouse – an Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.
A pre-employment drug screen, background and fit for duty exam check must be passed upon job offer.
Since 1975, our motto has been Under Promise and Over Deliver and this is exactly what we do on a daily basis! At AFW, we strongly believe in recognizing those who exemplify excellence, and reward them for contributing to our collective success. We strive to provide a great work environment for our employees and give them the knowledge and tools needed to provide our customers with an even greater buying experience. At American Furniture Warehouse We Do It Right the First Time!
Job Overview
The Fleet Safety Coordinator will execute and implement the fleet safety program to include proactive vehicle safety measures, accident prevention, regulatory compliance, accident investigation, Federal Motor Carrier Administration regulation counseling, and development of safety and training materials and programs at the direction of the Fleet Safety Department. The Fleet Safety Coordinator will be able to travel to accident scenes to conduct an accident investigation.
Job Responsibilities & Duties
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Commitment to AFW’s safety policies and procedures and ability to promote awareness.
- Available to all delivery/OTR Personnel who may have questions or concerns.
- Inspects daily VIR’s and ensures a VIR is completed for each truck daily by collecting them at the end of each route.
- Monitor Delivery Dept. log books for employees at their location and ensure any log corrections are made when needed.
- Knowledge and experience using appropriate methods to assess driver skills.
- Periodically follow Delivery or OTR trucks on a rotating basis to monitor and complete observation reports about an employee’s driving behavior, speeds, turn signal usage, courteous driving, intelligent parking locations, spotter usage, etc.
- Appraises employee performance, communicates goals and expectations, provide honest feedback and coaches team members.
- Able to understand and communicate FMCSA regulations.
- Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines and effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Communicates, coordinates, and develops teamwork with the AFW management team.
- Review driver’s infringements arrange re-training when necessary.
- Ensures compliance and communication of applicable state and federal regulations.
- Coordinate with the NON-CDL trainer to schedule necessary training of new employees or further necessary training of an existing employee.
- Randomly pre-trip vehicles to ensure FMCSA compliance.
- Stay on top of regional weather conditions and relay the information to the teams.
- Immediately proceed to an accident scene when practical to gather information, investigate, take pictures, and coordinate with the Accident Investigator regarding drug and alcohol testing, post-accident procedures, etc.
- Other duties to be assigned/directed by supervisor.
- All training will be provided by AFW.
This position has no supervisory responsibilities
Job Requirements
- Previous experience as a Fleet Safety Coordinator/related job or experience working in a deliveries department preferred.
- Positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills.
- Must possess great time management and organizational skills.
- Coordinate and work effectively with multiple departments to continuously improve processes, maximize efficiency and exceed customer service expectations .
- Ability to maintain a clean and professional appearance.
- Ability to have a flexible schedule and work all shifts, holidays, and weekends.
- Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions accurately. Capacity to effectively work independently of direct supervision.
Education & Experience
High school diploma or GED is preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience accepted in lieu of diploma.
Compensation
Pay Rate: Starting at $20/hour and up - dependent on experience
Pay Grade C: $17.71-32.89
At AFW we offer great perks: weekly pay, benefits package (medical, dental, vision), 401k matching, and more!
Physical Requirements
- Capacity to maneuver in confined and at times congested areas.
- Capability to stand, walk, stoop, & bend for 8 hours or more daily.
- Lifting, gripping, bending, kneeling, stooping, and moving merchandise 8 hours or more daily.
- Continuous use of arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back.
- Ability to lift, lower, move, carry, push and pull all sizes of merchandise up to 50 lbs. and the skill to handle/manipulate merchandise up to 100 lbs. frequently.
- Able to work in variable environments with different lighting, loud exterior noise, and flooring.
Work Environment
- Fluorescent Lighting
- Concrete Flooring
- Climate affected by outside conditions
- Considerable exterior noise
- Extreme temperature fluctuations in the warehouse
American Furniture Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at American Furniture Warehouse – an Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.
A pre-employment drug screen, background and fit for duty exam check must be passed upon job offer.
Since 1975, our motto has been Under Promise and Over Deliver and this is exactly what we do on a daily basis! At AFW, we strongly believe in recognizing those who exemplify excellence, and reward them for contributing to our collective success. We strive to provide a great work environment for our employees and give them the knowledge and tools needed to provide our customers with an even greater buying experience. At American Furniture Warehouse We Do It Right the First Time!
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in safety coordinator jobs across Colorado.
- OSHA 30-hour construction or general industry certification required by most Colorado employers
- Bachelor's degree in occupational health, safety science, or a related field strongly preferred
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) designation valued
- Minimum two years of workplace safety experience in construction, energy, or manufacturing
- Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA 1926 and 1910 standards applicable to Colorado job sites
- Proficiency with incident reporting software and safety management systems such as Intelex or Cority
Safety Coordinator Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a safety coordinator in Colorado?
Most Colorado employers expect a bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental health, or a closely related field, plus an OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification as a starting point. Colorado does not issue a state-specific safety coordinator license, so national credentials carry the most weight: the Associate Safety Professional designation is the standard entry credential, with the Certified Safety Professional as the next step. Candidates who add First Aid and CPR certification and hands-on site experience through internships or co-ops move faster through hiring.
Which companies hire safety coordinators in Colorado?
Colorado safety coordinator roles are posted by FDRsafety, true, and Amrize and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's concentration of large construction contractors, aerospace and defense primes, and energy utilities means openings appear consistently across the Front Range rather than clustering in a single sector.
Which Colorado cities have the most safety coordinator jobs?
Aurora, Denver, and Colorado Springs account for the largest share of safety coordinator openings in Colorado. Denver drives the most volume through its construction pipeline, corporate headquarters, and regional offices of national energy and infrastructure firms, while Colorado Springs reflects the substantial aerospace, defense contracting, and military installation presence anchored by organizations like Lockheed Martin Space and the U.S. Space Force.
Are there remote safety coordinator jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Safety coordination is an inherently on-site role, requiring walkthroughs, incident response, and direct oversight of workers and job sites. About 33% of safety coordinator openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to involve program management, policy writing, or compliance auditing rather than day-to-day field safety work.
How can I get hired as a safety coordinator in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification paired with a role title one step below, such as safety technician, environmental health technician, or site safety observer. Large Colorado construction contractors and energy companies routinely bring on safety assistants who shadow senior coordinators on active projects. Community College of Denver and Colorado State University both offer occupational safety coursework that Colorado employers recognize. Volunteering with local emergency response teams or completing a safety internship with a Front Range contractor also builds the site-hours record that hiring managers look for.
Where can I find and apply to safety coordinator jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to safety coordinator jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and target industry, and apply directly through the listing. No account creation is required to search or review openings.
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