Traveling Safety Representative - HDD and Pipeline Construction (REMOTE)

About the role

Summit Underground Solutions, a United Utility Services Company, is seeking an experienced and proactive Traveling Safety Representative- HDD / Open Cut Pipeline to oversee and uphold safety compliance on pipeline construction projects. We are looking for a highly motivated Traveling Site Safety Representative to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling) and open cut pipeline activities for safety compliance
• Conduct site safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments
• Ensure OSHA and company safety standards are met across all crews and subcontractors
• Be a supportive resource to educate, train, and coach teammates on health and safety related issues
• Work closely with leadership to maintain safety integration with operations
• Lead daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning sessions
• Lead incident investigations in collaboration with operations to identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and ensure timely reporting
• Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to safe work practices
• Perform inspections of company vehicles and equipment to verify required safety equipment is present, operational, and properly maintained
• Coverage emergency response procedures and drills
• Maintain accurate safety documentation and records
• Oversee safety performance during high-risk activities and provide field leadership during critical operations
• Identify and mitigate hazardous working conditions through collaboration with field supervision
• Clarify safety rules and provide technical expertise and solutions to safety challenges on-site
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all on-site safety concerns

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of safety experience in pipeline construction, HDD, or open cut operations
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and PHMSA pipeline safety standards
• Required: Demonstrated knowledge of trenching and trench shoring systems and safety practices
• Experience conducting trenching, excavation, and confined space incident investigations
• OSHA 500 or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Preferred certifications include OSHA 30 Construction, First Aid/CPR Instructor, HAZWOPER, CHST, ASP, or CSP
• Maintain a current, valid driver's license in your state of residence
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including but not limited to: standing or walking for long periods of time, occasionally on uneven terrain, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs and ladders, and/or lifting heavy loads of up to 50 pounds
• Must be willing to travel extensively throughout the United States, including overnight travel and extended assignments lasting several weeks
• Company vehicle, travel expenses, and lodging provided in accordance with company travel policies