HSE Specialist nex (Substation)

Company Summary

Energy Erectors, Inc. (EEI) tackles terrain, technology, and timelines to construct transmission line projects up to 500 kV and has over 30 years of experience building substations and switchyards. With integrated in‑house construction, engineering, procurement, and commissioning capabilities, Energy Erectors delivers world‑class solutions to complex power transmission and distribution projects. Areas of expertise include GIS and VAR compensators.

EEI’s mission is to safely deliver the highest quality work, exceed client expectations, and relentlessly maintain a reputation for integrity. The company is purpose‑driven, with core values that guide strategy, performance, and culture. EEI fosters an inclusive, welcoming environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive, supported by abundant training, tools, and opportunities.

Energy Erectors is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 company, and is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. EEI is certified as a minority‑controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC).

Job Summary

The HSE (Safety) Specialist acts as the front‑line safety professional, conducting safety inspections, observations, investigations, safety training, and regulatory compliance for OSHA, DOT, and EPA. The specialist anticipates and predicts hazards using experience, historical data, and other sources, identifies hazards in systems, equipment, facilities, work sites, and procedures, and evaluates the probability and severity of loss events. They apply hazard‑analysis methods, interpret results, and provide advice and counseling on compliance with safety, health, and environmental laws, codes, regulations, standards, and company requirements. The role also inspects workplace facilities, tools, equipment, and machinery to correct deficiencies and ensure compliance with OSHA/DOT/MasTec Utility Services requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and counseling about regulatory compliance with safety, health and environmental laws, codes, regulations, standards, and related company requirements.
• Inspect workplace facilities, including tools, equipment, and machinery, to identify and correct deficiencies or potential hazards, ensuring compliance with OSHA/DOT/MasTec USG safety and regulatory requirements.
• Assist local management in investigating safety‑related damage incidents, employee injuries or occupational illnesses, and motor vehicle accidents to determine cause and contributing factors.
• Conduct or facilitate safety training and education programs for supervisory and field employees through formal classes, safety meetings, or other venues.
• Recommend safe work processes and demonstrate personal protective equipment safety features to reduce employee exposure to workplace and environmental hazards.
• Ensure tools, equipment, materials, vehicles, and technical instruments are fit‑for‑purpose, functional, calibrated, and equipped with appropriate protective measures, guards, and management systems to reduce or eliminate the risk of injuries or illnesses.
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil construction.
• Fluent in Spanish and English.
• Associate degree or equivalent related work experience of 4 years.
• Knowledge of excavation and trenching.
• Knowledge of safe work practices referencing OSHA standards.
• Preferred: OSHA Outreach Training Instructor (Construction).
• Current certifications or pursuit of: Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST) or Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP).
• Knowledge in accident investigation following root‑cause analysis principles.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position operates in a field environment and routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting (up to 50 lb), standing, and twisting. Work may be performed in inclement weather conditions such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind. The role demands clear vision at 20 feet or more (or 20 inches or less), precise hand‑eye coordination, and the ability to identify and distinguish colors.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Employee Stock Purchase plan