Site Safety Technician

About the Role

Ace Electric is seeking a Site Safety Technician to oversee the safety of all assigned job sites within their division. This role ensures compliance with Ace Electric’s Safety Program, the company’s Drug-Free workplace program, and other safety requirements mandated by owners or general contractors.

The Site Safety Tech reports to the Division Safety Professional and plays a key role in fostering a positive safety culture while promoting cooperation and improved morale across the division.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Division Safety Professional, Project Managers, and Superintendents to implement a safety and education training program in compliance with the Ace Safety Program.
• Ensure the Ace Safety Program is understood and adhered to on assigned projects.
• Assist with job site inspections, including color coding, fall protection, equipment inspections, and job hazard assessments (JHAs).
• Identify and implement best safety practices.
• Lead company safety and health activities by providing direction and training to division personnel.
• Support and implement new safety initiatives arising from safety audits, incidents, or other sources.
• Provide technical support to ensure compliance with Federal & State safety & health regulations.
• Remain up-to-date and knowledgeable on all OSHA regulations.
• Issue Safety Alerts for serious incidents (employee injury, property damage, near miss, etc.).
• Ensure all newly hired associates receive thorough orientation on the Ace Safety Program (NESO).
• Conduct frequent and regular job site inspections and audits, focusing on recognizable hazards, unsafe work practices, and corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain project safety records and reports to improve safety performance and comply with government agencies, insurance carriers, and internal procedures.
• Work with Project Managers, Superintendents, and the Division Safety Professional to ensure all necessary safety equipment, manuals, and documents are maintained on projects.
• Develop and implement Site Specific Safety Plans for assigned projects.
• Advise personnel on the use of personal protective equipment, job safety materials, and first-aid equipment.
• Purchase all safety equipment and supplies for assigned projects in coordination with the division safety professional.
• Assist project personnel in preparing permit applications for high-risk activities (e.g., energized work, confined space entry).
• Supervise and assist during high-risk activities.
• Ensure all incidents (injuries, property damage, near misses) are properly reported and investigated, including visiting work areas, interviewing employees, and completing incident investigation forms.
• Administer drug and alcohol screens in cooperation with HR.
• Assist HR with claims management issues (Workers Comp, Vehicle Insurance, General Liability, etc.).
• Be onsite to accompany safety inspections by OSHA, insurance carriers, customers’ safety personnel, or others.
• Work with HR and Headquarters Safety to reduce, contest, or mitigate potential OSHA citations.
• Collaborate with other company safety personnel to audit and improve the Ace Safety Program.
• Assist with the completion of all Customer Safety Prequalification forms as directed.

Requirements

• Valid state driver’s license as required by job conditions or the company.
• OSHA 30 certification within the last 4 years.
• CPR/First Aid training certification.
• High School Graduate or GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of field safety experience, preferably in electrical.

Preferred Skills

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire to learn and willingness to try new techniques.
• Desire to mentor and share knowledge with others.
• Proficient with computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to focus on details while maintaining a big-picture perspective.
• Proven ability to develop and work as a team member.
• Good understanding of CFR 1910, CFR 1926, NFPA-70e, and other applicable safety standards or regulations.
• Ability to demonstrate the proper use and operation of industry-specific safety equipment (Gas Detector, PFAS, Light Meter, PPE, etc.).
• Proven ability to teach safety-related classes on a job site or in a classroom.
• Proven ability to foster a positive and productive safety culture while promoting cooperation and improved morale.

Working Conditions

• Work in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Must be able to utilize construction site sanitary facilities (Porta-Johns).
• Work in restricted areas (switch gear rooms, manholes, utility tunnels, and crawl spaces).
• Wear personal protective equipment as required.
• Able to work 40 hours per week and overtime as required, including night shifts and out-of-town work.
• This position is 90% field safety with 10% office environment for administrative duties.

Physical/Mental Functions

• Train personnel in the safe operation of equipment (trenchers, lift trucks, aerial work platforms, etc.).
• Train personnel on safe work practices as outlined in the Safety Handbook.
• Operate a company truck with manual and automatic transmission.
• Read and interpret maps, manuals, work site directions, and written instructions.
• Must hear and see well (either natural or with correction).
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead.
• Able to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Tolerant to prolonged standing and movement on foot.
• Climb ladders (all types).
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.

Mandatory Hiring Requirements

• References
• Background Check
• Drug Screen Testing
• Valid Driver’s License

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurances
• 401k with Match
• Access to Ace University: Apprenticeship Program, Leadership Training, Skill Building Classes, and more