Field Safety Professional - NC; Bird Electric)

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Date: Oct 26, 2026

Location: Hickory, NC, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company :Bird Electric Enterprises

Opportunity Type :Staff

Project Only Hire :No

Join the Bird Electric (a Black & Veatch company) team and
build with pride
. As a 100% employee‑owned company, every role matters — you
own
your work, your impact, and your future. We lead with
care
, and
safety is non‑negotiable and embedded into every role, site and decision
, ensuring our teams return home safe, every day.

From field engineering to project management to quality and startup, you’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, learn from seasoned experts, and grow through real‑world, hands‑on experience. With a strong backlog across power, water, grid, and industrial markets, you’ll have the stability to grow and the opportunity to
shape what comes next.

#LI-AS3

The Field Safety Professional is accountable for implementing and maintaining the company's Safety and Health Procedures. The position performs first aid treatment and routine, less complex tasks as assigned.

• May perform drug and alcohol screens in accordance with company substance abuse policies, procedures .
• Conducts employee safety and health training .
• Conducts routine site safety and health inspections .
• Conducts record keeping / filing functions .
• Implements project security programs and procedures .
• Acts as on-site first aid and medical provider .
• Enters safety and health data into word processing and spreadsheet type programs .
• Communicates with company worker's compensation manager .

• 3+ years of safety-related experience
• 2+ years field medical response and treatment
• Candidates must hold at least one of the following credentials
  • Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
  • Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP)
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
  • Construction Site Safety Technician (CSST)
  • Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP)
  • Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST)
  • Certified Occupational Safety Manager (COSM)
  • Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS)
  • OSHA 510 for the Construction Industry
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Preferred
  
  Skills:
  • Knowledge of safety and health standards and practices . Knowledge of company substance abuse policies and procedures . Knowledge of worker's compensation policies and procedures . Communication skills . Ability to perform first aid/medical functions . Word processing and spreadsheet computer software programs

First Aid, CPR, Drug testing certified, Safety and Health program administration, OSHA 10 hour

Physical Demands:

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and…