Entry Level Safety Coordinator Jobs
New grad safety coordinator jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or hands-on portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Food & Beverage, with employers like Keeley Construction, Jobot, and Perdue hiring at this level now.
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Job Posting End Date
09-04-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Responsible for advising and assisting management on the administration of safety and health (S&H) event policies and procedures, including public safety matters. Responsible to disseminate safety and health information throughout their areas of responsibility, for coordinating the implementation of safety and health programs for use, for conducting safety and health observations and visitations, and for rendering guidance on safety and accident prevention to other members of management.Job Description
This posting represents multiple positions that offer a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Safety and Health Coordinator, with increased requirements for the Safety and Health Coordinator Sr levels.
What you'll do:
Essential Job Functions and Tasks:
Instruct, advise, and assist in carrying out the Company's safety and health, public safety, and S&H event prevention programs, policies and procedures.
Prepare and advise on the use of programs and materials for meetings and conferences in S&H event prevention.
Conduct observations of AEP personnel, tools, equipment and work practices to assure that safe and proper procedures are being observed.
Advise and assist in S&H event analysis and serve as a resource to any event analysis committee.
Maintain a working knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations governing safety and health.
Review and assist as needed with the location's efforts to inspect contractors' adherence to safety regulations.
Promote and enforce the Company's S&H event Prevention and Safety and Health programs.
What we're looking for:
Education requirements are listed below:
Bachelor's degree in safety, health, industrial hygiene/health or relevant field;
OR
Associate degree in relevant field of study with two years’ experience in related electric utility field operations;
OR
High School diploma/GED with four years in S&H administration, field experience or related electric utility field operations experience.
Work Experience requirement listed below:
2 years’ experience in S&H or electric utility operations experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Proficient oral and written skills.
Basic computer skills required.
Position involves daily travel and occasional overnight travel.
Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and independence.
What you’ll get:
Base salary starts at $74,551 – $93,188.50. In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-006Compensation Range:
$74,551.00 - $109,543.00The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.Job Posting End Date
09-04-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Responsible for advising and assisting management on the administration of safety and health (S&H) event policies and procedures, including public safety matters. Responsible to disseminate safety and health information throughout their areas of responsibility, for coordinating the implementation of safety and health programs for use, for conducting safety and health observations and visitations, and for rendering guidance on safety and accident prevention to other members of management.Job Description
This posting represents multiple positions that offer a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Safety and Health Coordinator, with increased requirements for the Safety and Health Coordinator Sr levels.
What you'll do:
Essential Job Functions and Tasks:
Instruct, advise, and assist in carrying out the Company's safety and health, public safety, and S&H event prevention programs, policies and procedures.
Prepare and advise on the use of programs and materials for meetings and conferences in S&H event prevention.
Conduct observations of AEP personnel, tools, equipment and work practices to assure that safe and proper procedures are being observed.
Advise and assist in S&H event analysis and serve as a resource to any event analysis committee.
Maintain a working knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations governing safety and health.
Review and assist as needed with the location's efforts to inspect contractors' adherence to safety regulations.
Promote and enforce the Company's S&H event Prevention and Safety and Health programs.
What we're looking for:
Education requirements are listed below:
Bachelor's degree in safety, health, industrial hygiene/health or relevant field;
OR
Associate degree in relevant field of study with two years’ experience in related electric utility field operations;
OR
High School diploma/GED with four years in S&H administration, field experience or related electric utility field operations experience.
Work Experience requirement listed below:
2 years’ experience in S&H or electric utility operations experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Proficient oral and written skills.
Basic computer skills required.
Position involves daily travel and occasional overnight travel.
Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and independence.
What you’ll get:
Base salary starts at $74,551 – $93,188.50. In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-006Compensation Range:
$74,551.00 - $109,543.00The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.See All 16 Entry Level Safety Coordinator Jobs
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Entry Level Safety Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level safety coordinator job?
Focus on certifications that entry level employers recognize, such as OSHA 10 or OSHA 30, and highlight any internship, lab, or campus safety experience in your application. Employers at this level prioritize candidates who can demonstrate familiarity with hazard identification and incident reporting basics, so a project-based portfolio or a relevant internship carries real weight against candidates with only coursework.
Which companies hire entry level safety coordinators?
Companies hiring entry level safety coordinators right now include Keeley Construction, Jobot, and Perdue, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from manufacturers, construction contractors, logistics operators, and healthcare organizations that maintain dedicated safety programs and need coordinators who can grow into the role.
Are there remote entry level safety coordinator jobs?
Yes, though most safety coordinator work is on-site by nature. About 11% of entry level safety coordinator openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles typically involve documentation, training coordination, or compliance tracking rather than direct floor-level inspections. On-site roles remain the majority at this experience level.
Are these new grad safety coordinator jobs?
Yes, many of these openings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates with zero to two years of experience. A new grad friendly posting typically accepts an internship, co-op, or campus safety project in place of full-time work history, and some list a relevant degree or an OSHA certification as sufficient to apply without prior professional experience.
Which industries hire the most entry level safety coordinators?
Entry Level safety coordinator roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Food & Beverage, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate under strict regulatory safety requirements, face high employee turnover, and need coordinators who can be trained on internal procedures rather than arriving with years of industry-specific experience.