Safety Specialist - Electric Power; Colorado

Safety Specialist - Electric Power (Colorado)

Since 1913, Hooper has grown to become a well‑respected electric power and mechanical contractor. With headquarters in Wisconsin and regional offices in Colorado, Florida, and Ohio, we provide a wide range of services to support commercial and residential clients. We offer competitive compensation and a supportive benefits package, including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance; a Matching 401(k) plan;
Paid Time Off; 9 paid holidays;
Identity Theft Protection;
Life Insurance; as well as Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability coverage.

Assist in planning, implementing, and supervising all field projects related to safety programs and policies. Qualified candidates will display exceptional leadership and communication skills to procure a high level of cultural safety awareness throughout the organization. Overhead Distribution, Transmission, or Substation experience is required.

• Provide unwavering leadership for safety in the organization; control and eliminate hazards of the working environment; support field crews in all aspects of safety, employee engagement, and safety goals and objectives of the Company.
• Train field personnel in OSHA and company policies and procedures.
• Conduct all aspects of new employee orientation and training programs for field employees.
• Participate with project management and field crews in pre‑planning job site safety activities.
• Enforce safety policies, advise on and facilitate employee disciplinary actions as warranted.
• Conduct and document site safety inspections to ensure compliance with safety and health programs; identify unsafe working conditions; initiate corrective actions; complete detailed safety audit reports and distribute them to appropriate parties.
• Conduct timely incident investigations and root‑cause‑analysis (RCA) investigations as needed; file all appropriate reports and communicate with management as required.
• Maintain knowledge of the latest developments in construction industry safety; develop safety training/education programs and implement them professionally; document training and education programs per Hooper Corporation system requirements.
• Act as OSHA liaison to outside parties, insurance representatives, etc.; coordinate and facilitate regulator (OSHA) inspections, including preparation of written appeals in response to citations.
• Perform other duties/special projects as assigned.

• 80% field construction site work and 20% office environment; perform safety related tasks in all weather conditions.
• When in the office, work from a sitting position with a computer; repetitive typing and computer use required.
• Regular bending, twisting, and light lifting are common.
• Ability to climb ladders and steps, work on uneven or slippery ground, and in icy conditions.
• Drive short, medium, and long distances.
• Travel with some overnight stays required throughout the state of Colorado.
• Extended or non‑standard hours as required.

• BS Degree in occupational safety/health or four‑year equivalent industry experience.
• CPR/First Aid/AED Trainer.
• OSHA 500 Construction Trainer and CUSP (Certified Utility Safety Professional) desired but not mandatory.
• One to five years of electric power construction or industrial safety experience with a strong interest in safety field.
• Working knowledge and ability to enforce all federal, state, local and company safety regulations; knowledge of OSHA  Subpart V Electrical Power Transmission & Distribution desired.
• Ability to recognize unsafe or hazardous working conditions and implement corrective measures as necessary.
• Strong interpersonal and group presentation skills required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Hooper is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer. This company considers candidates regardless of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.