Site Safety Lead — Utilities Line Safety

Sargent Electric Company () is a nationally recognized electrical contractor with deep Pittsburgh roots. Founded in 1907, we have grown into one of the region’s largest electrical contracting firms and have been consistently named one of the Fastest Growing Companies by the Pittsburgh Business Times. We are looking for a full‑time Site Safety Coordinator in Holden, Maine to support our Utility division.

This position will provide site safety training for all employees and offer technical and safety support for the project leadership. The role requires the ability to develop and enforce a high‑quality site safety program and maintain an injury‑free work environment. Field visibility expectation is 80%.

• Direct safety oversight for energized transmission line structure replacements, ensuring adherence to live line work methods, minimum approach distances, and utility safety standards during all phases of construction.
• Conduct accident/incident investigations, near‑miss analyses, property damage assessments, assist with claim management, and implement corrective action items to avoid recurrence.
• Perform orientation training for new employees and equipment training competency.
• Monitor safety performance through field audits, safety observations, and corrective action tracking, reinforcing safe work practices and verifying compliance with Versant, OSHA, and Sargent project‑specific requirements.
• Conduct ROW safety assessments covering access routes, vegetation hazards, environmental constraints, and public interface risks, implementing controls to maintain safe work zones and regulatory compliance.
• Assume any additional duties and responsibilities as delegated by Sargent Electrical Management team.

• 10+ years experience in utility, transmission/distribution, or high‑risk construction environments, preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA  and 1926 Subpart V, including minimum approach distances, electrical hazard controls, and live line work practices.
• Experience supporting field crews performing transmission line construction, structure replacements, rigging, crane operations, and ROW activities such as vegetation management and access development.
• Certifications such as OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR/AED, and preferably CHST or CUSP, or the ability to obtain them within a defined timeframe.
• Live Line Bare Hand experience and union lineman experience.
• 1–3 years’ experience in construction safety management.

• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of diverse individuals.
• Excellent communication skills. Proficient with computers, particularly Microsoft Office applications.
• Works efficiently under tight time frames, responds to requests in a timely manner, and communicates effectively as a team player.