Safety Specialist I (Transmission & Distribution)

About The Role

Safety Specialists work closely with field staff, clients and subcontractors, all levels of management, and personnel from external organizations during all phases of electric construction projects. Safety Specialists must be committed to ensuring adherence to safety-related policies, procedures, and regulations while developing positive professional relationships. This is a location-based position encompassing worksites throughout the assigned project area and requires varying amounts of travel.

Company Overview

Established in 1891, The L.E. Myers Co. (L.E. Myers) – the oldest MYR Group Inc. subsidiary – is recognized as a premier electrical contractor of large utility construction projects across the nation. We are proud to offer our employees the opportunity to complete training, projects, and collaborative learning alongside our family of subsidiaries. We offer stability, with long-term clients and continuous expansion, which allows our tenured employees and new team members space to grow. At L.E. Myers, we provide structured and strategic occupational growth opportunities for our valued staff. Comprised of long- and short-tenured employees, we are interactive amongst our growing family of subsidiaries, which allows employees to participate in clean energy projects, as well as complete our long-time transmission and distribution projects

Essential Functions

• Perform ongoing site visits to observe and document safety behaviors and work conditions to ensure a safety focus throughout all phases of electric construction projects
• Cook and mentor project site personnel regarding safety practices and behaviors on an ongoing basis
• Conduct proactive behavior-based and quality-focused field safety observations and PPE hazard assessments
• Supporting client-specific safety requirements programs and ensure alignment and compliance between client expectations, company rules, and applicable safety regulations
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to environmental protection or occupational health and safety
• Conduct accident/injury investigations including root cause analyses
• Support company safety committees by assisting in assessment of safety performance trends, implementing process, and tool improvements
• Follow-up with Operations organization to ensure completion of corrective actions for all accidents and incidents

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) field roles is required
• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required
• A minimum of one (1) safety certification is preferred, examples include: Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Safety Management Specialist (SMS), Specialist in Safety and Health (SSH), or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• An undergraduate degree in Safety Management or related field is preferred; combination of relevant experience and education considered in lieu of degree

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Problem-solving and situation analysis skills
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite programs, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence behavior
• Strong knowledge and understanding of OSHA and other industry-related safety regulations
• Must be a team player able to work with co-workers, different departments and outside contacts and maintain strong relationships
• Attentiveness to details
• Organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Basic understanding of electric construction project management practices and procedures
• Ability to travel for job site visits for extended periods of time

What We Offer

• Salary commensurate with experience, paid weekly
• Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, Hearing, Prescriptions, Mental Health, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Short Term Disability, Retiree Coverage, and Life Insurance under LINECo – (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums)
• TrovePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases
• Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday)
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential
• Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!)
• Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance
• Variety of voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employee and dependents