Safety Specialist

General Responsibilities

Maintain open communication lines with all working relationships
Follow up to ensure items for which the job is accountable are performed
Earn and maintain customer’s trust
Uphold the core values of the organization
Work well with others to accomplish the mission of the organization and of the job

Specific Responsibilities

Maintain company policies adhering to local, state and federal health and safety regulations
Assist Safety and Health Manager in the implementation of internal safety policies and procedures to be followed by employees
Assist Safety and Health Manager in analyzing safety data to lead and coordinate the safety effort for continual improvement
Participate on teams and in meetings, as needed, to assist in the development of the company’s health and safety policies and procedures
Assist Safety and Health Manager in recording and implementing the Company’s Safety Committee
Represent the organization in the community and / or on industry safety groups and programs
Review jobsites and conducts audits for compliance with health and safety regulations making recommendations accordingly
Serve field employees as primary customer contact, generating good will when making recommendations related to health and safety improvements
Conduct safety and health related training as needed serving as back up for orientation
Stay current on any changes to laws and regulations that impact the organization relating to health and safety
Travel by vehicle frequently to different jobsites and locations throughout the State of Wyoming and into other states where Encore has a presence
Assist Safety and Health Manager in identifying and analyzing trends relating to health and safety

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Health and Safety regulations relating to the work assignment
Health and Safety in construction, maintenance and service
Commonly used practices and procedures within a particular field
Modern training techniques related to health and safety
Maintaining a safety program
Conducting health and safety jobsite audits and inspections
Adapting to new and changing requirements, environments, and/or information
Estimating resources needed to complete required tasks
Using communication software
Business writing
Effective written and oral communication sufficient to be able to elicit and communicate information and achieve understanding
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with customers, vendors, consultants, management, and employees

Physical Requirements

Climbing multiple stories of stairs in high-rise buildings
Climbing up ladders
Climbing into and out of, jobsite vehicles
Twisting, bending, and stretching with unimpeded mobility
Navigating narrow walkways and/or trenches or other tight spaces
Walk through hazardous and confined areas with ease
Pushing and pulling heavy electrical equipment
Crawling
Distracted free driving of cars, trucks, and multipurpose jobsite vehicles
Standing for extended periods of time
Sitting
Stooping
Dexterous hands and fingers
Vision acuity, both near and far
Speak clearly in English
Hearing acuity
Walking significant distances, up to several miles, on rough terrain
Maintain balance while walking uphill
Withstand extreme heat and extreme cold
Carry up to 50 pounds to specified delivery point
Ability to handle stressful situations
Alert to changing weather conditions

Compensation

$40.00 - $45.00 per hour (plus an hourly job site incentive)

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Disability
Life insurance
Employee-matched 401(k)
Paid time off (PTO)
Employee assistance program that includes counseling, legal, and financial advice
Employee referral program
Access to technical, safety, personal finance, and leadership training through Encore University, Encore’s in house training program
Cell phone allowances
Job site incentive pay
The short-term incentive program
Housing available for qualifying candidates

Contact Information

To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact HR@EncoreElectric.com.
For questions about this job, please contact Recruiting@EncoreElectric.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Encore Electric, Inc. is an EOE, including disability/vets.