Sr Safety Administrator; Underground

Sr Safety Administrator (Underground) – TDS Telecommunications LLC

Monroe, WI office.

At TDS Telecom, connecting people is at the heart of everything we do. We are forward thinkers who leverage cutting‑edge fiber internet technology to strengthen communities. We are dedicated to excellence, which drives us to succeed together, creating a better world through meaningful connections. Ready to make an impact?

• Plan, manage, develop, and implement best practice safety programs, including written safety programs, proactive development of safety agenda topics for team meetings, and coordination of safety training for field associates (e.g., Safety training course, outdoor heat exposure, fall protection, etc.). Complete field audits and inspections to ensure compliance with department policy and government regulations.
• Conduct safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and unsafe equipment, working practices, or working conditions. Research, select, and standardize new safety equipment with continued monitoring. May implement hazardous waste control and disposal activities including training, collection, disposal, and records maintenance, as well as conservation programs within the organization as the result of audit, inspection and/or research. Promote safety and health awareness through internal communications, newsletters, and training.
• Manage the company’s DOT program in conjunction with TDS Fleet Department, including coordination of DOT driver requirements through an approved vendor.
• Review injury/illness and non‑injury incident reports to identify root causes and recommend solutions. This could include investigation of accidents, completion or verification of accident reports, and liaison with specialists and health and safety authorities to identify the causes of accidents and prevent their recurrence.
• Manage emergency action plans. Ensure inventory of all safety related items by facility location (i.e. first aid supplies, etc.).
• Monitor, update and manage safety policies within the Safety Handbook to ensure a safe workplace environment which is compliant with OSHA, EPA, and applicable city, county, state, and federal safety and health regulations. Understand federal and state occupational safety and health regulations and monitor regulatory changes as they occur; and maintain safety resources. Work closely with the Leave Administration Team to monitor lost‑time injuries/illnesses and worker’s compensation claims.
• Manage office ergonomics assessments and accommodation review processes. Meet with associates to assess workstation concerns and make recommendations, which could include going through the medical accommodation process.

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years’ professional work experience.
• 2+ years’ experience in a safety‑sensitive position – OR – 2+ years experience in safety and security program management.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.

• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Horizontal directional drilling experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or commitment to obtain the same.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, First Aid, and Ergonomics.
• A current CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) is preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a safety science‑related discipline is a plus.
• Facilities background a plus.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to make difficult decisions concerning complex issues, often in areas where there is no precedent.
• Ability to organize priorities to achieve maximum performance in a cost‑effective manner.
• Ability to multi‑task a variety of projects with diverse groups.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The associate is frequently required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The associate must also be able to climb poles, ladders, towers or other structures. The associate is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and taste or smell.

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