Field Safety Specialist

About the role

MGE Underground is a rapidly growing utility infrastructure contractor serving utility companies from our Paso Robles headquarters and regional hubs throughout California. Our mission is to support our clients' expanding utility and infrastructure requirements by positioning MGE as the leading provider of innovative construction solutions at the best value.

Responsibilities

• Read for incident investigations.
• Conduct Loss Prevention Observations (LPOs).
• Investigate safety incidents which result in employee injury, work procedure error, and damage to company and third-party property.
• Aid in the coaching, mentoring, and implementation of the HS&E programs in the field.
• Regularly review and be familiar with all applicable legislation, standards, and company policies, to ensure compliance.
• Inform the Safety Manager of any new or conflicting legislative matters that could impact the company.
• Assist in developing a Safety Management Plan (SMP) for the company to ensure a safe work environment for all company employees, contractors, visitors, and community.
• Regularly audit the SMP for compliance and update to ensure alignment with company’s goals and safety standards.
• Provide direction, support, and resources to Civil Construction Managers, Supervisors, and Foremen.
• Ensure that all incidents are reported immediately to the Safety Manager and/or Safety Director.
• Participate and assist the Supervisors, Foremen, and Safety Director in the investigation of incidents to determine root cause, and corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure incident corrective actions are followed up on and completed.
• Ensure injured workers are offered modified duties and formal documentation has been completed. Monitor and follow-up on modified workers in the field.
• Review safety obligations of the clients and ensure they are carried out as per the terms of the agreement, and communicate to the Project Managers, Supervisors, Foremen, and Crew Members.
• Prepare for and participate in safety audits.
• Communicate, coach, and assist the civil construction staff to ensure that all safety expectations are understood and met.
• Communicate safety trends and recommend safety corrective actions.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5 years of experience in civil construction
• 4-7 years in safety and construction industry experience
• Valid Class C Driver’s License with a clean driving record

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe work practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
• Excellent investigation and analytical skills
• Understand and follow all applicable safety regulations
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Ability to operate a computer/tablet/mobile devices as necessary to perform job duties
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to demonstrate the application of risk assessment to company operations and activities
• Ability to learn all department policies and procedures
• Ability to work safely in a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Ability to travel and stay overnight as required; an average of 2 nights may be expected

Skills

• Knowledge of safe work practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
• Excellent investigation and analytical skills
• Understanding of safety regulations
• Ability to operate computers and mobile devices
• Independence in work tasks
• Clear communication skills
• Risk assessment skills
• Department policy understanding
• Safety awareness in various weather conditions
• Cooperative working relationships
• Travel and overnight stays

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K
• Vacation accruals for all non-exempt employees in addition to ten paid company holidays
• Multiple monitors, standing desks, and other ergonomic equipment to match your work style
• Monthly birthday celebrations, team lunches, company-wide employee recognition events, and other employee engagement opportunities
• Employer-sponsored learning/career development opportunities and conferences/seminars
• Employee Assistance Program: no-cost counseling, legal consultation, financial consultation, ID recovery, emotional well-being resources, dependent care resources, and crisis consultation

Pay

$48.00 - $51.00 per hour

Schedule

Full-Time, On-Site

Equal Opportunity Employer

MGE Underground is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristics.

Pre-Employment and Physical Requirements

Successful applicants must pass a drug screen and background check before beginning employment. Job may require: - Walking, using hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talking or hearing. - Standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; reaching with hands and arms; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. - Lifting up to 50 pounds individually, pushing, pulling or carrying objects, using abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue and to effectively jump, sprint or throw an object. - Bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, and moving as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery. - Visual inspection of machines.

Other Duties

Your duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice, based on the company’s needs.