Utility Construction Safety Specialist

• Assist and support the development, training, and enforcement of occupational safety and health initiatives for utility construction and maintenance services
• Maintain knowledge of utility construction safety and maintenance standards, codes, policies, and guidelines
• Work with the Safety & Workforce Development Manager to monitor, analyze, and interpret changing standards and requirements
• Communicate and collaborate with internal and external teams to provide safety guidance and support
• Provide risk assessment and analysis support
• Assist with developing, implementing, and ensuring compliance with safety policies, practices, and training
• Support field safety audits, incident and accident investigations, inspections, and routine crew visits
• Perform safety training and coach or mentor employees
• Monitor completion of safety training requirements
• Maintain safety reporting systems, files, and records and provide reports as requested
• Coordinate safety and training concerns across business units to promote safety awareness and productivity
• Travel extensively, including overnight travel
• Work flexible schedules, overtime, and emergency duty as requested
• Perform other assigned duties

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in safety engineering or related field highly preferred
• 4–6 years’ experience in a corporate safety environment and/or leadership position
• First Aid/CPR/AED skills and ability to conduct training
• CUSP, CSP, or CIH certification preferred
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred
• Knowledge of safety and health standards, codes, policies, and guidelines for utility construction and maintenance
• Ability to read and interpret regulations, industry standards, and contractual requirements
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite products required
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain required licenses, certifications, and documents
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication, public speaking, analytical, and strategic-thinking abilities
• Ability to operate or drive trade-related equipment and vehicles preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Examiner’s Card
• Ability to operate a computer terminal for approximately 2–4 non-consecutive hours per day
• Ability to work sustained periods with concentrated attention to detail
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including standing, walking, and working on uneven ground for the full workday
• Ability to see and distinguish colors and hear clearly
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work overtime and emergency duty, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as requested

Demonstrates expertise in occupational safety and health initiatives, with a strong focus on utility construction and maintenance standards. Proficient in risk assessment, safety training, and compliance with safety policies and regulations.

• Occupational Safety And Health Initiatives
• Risk Assessment And Analysis
• CUSP, CSP, Or CIH Certification
• Safety Training And Coaching
• Knowledge Of Utility Construction Safety Standards

• Risk Assessment
• Safety Policy Development
• Safety Training
• Safety Audits
• Incident Investigation
• Regulation Interpretation
• Microsoft Suite Proficiency
• Ability To Operate Trade-Related Equipment
• Ability To Lift Up To 50 Pounds
• DOT Medical Examiner’s Card

• Leadership
• Interpersonal Communication
• Public Speaking
• Analytical Thinking
• Strategic Thinking

• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
• CUSP Certification
• CSP Certification
• CIH Certification

• Utility Construction
• Safety Standards
• Health Codes
• Compliance
• Safety Guidelines