Sr Safety Administrator; Underground

Overview

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?

As the Sr Safety Administrator (Underground), you will design, develop, implement, and oversee the organization’s health and safety programs (work environment), policies, and procedures to safeguard associates and surrounding communities to ensure that all facilities are in compliance with current and future OSHA, EPA, ADA, DOL, and DOT regulations and laws. This position also partners with the company’s Field Services & Outside Plant Construction groups and serves as the subject matter expert (SME) on current safety training requirements of our field associates, including processes, safety equipment such as fire suppression, and video surveillance.

It is further responsible for the evaluating the effectiveness of current standards and procedures.

This position targets opportunities for mitigating risks and creating efficiencies related to safety procedures throughout the organization. It designs and oversees the rollout of emergency response strategies and manages the administration of and coordination of safety supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE) to the organization.

This position will be based out of our Monroe, WI office.

• Plan, manage, develop, and implement best practice safety programs. This includes 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 makes recommendations, which could include going through the medical accommodation process.

• Bachelors’ 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.
• Sup…