Position Summary
This position provides direct technical expertise and administrative support to the ES work units (Cogeneration Systems Electric Distribution Systems Chilled Water Systems WWSW Systems (Water Wastewater & Stormwater) and ES Administration) in coordinating a safety and health program of moderate scope dynamics variety and complexity requiring analysis to identify potential and/or existing safety or health opportunities and determine corrective actions to be taken. This position will partner with ES managers and supervisors EHS and other departments to ensure each groups has an effective safety program for all employees. Some elements: * Assist in the coordination of the health and safety program(s) for ES workgroups. Examples partners with supervisors/managers to ensure general industry safety state and federal regulations are followed and prepares reports as requested concerning federal and state regulations. Note: specific safety rules/regulations are the responsibility of the assigned supervisor as the subject matter expert SME . * On a continuous rotational basis conduct evaluations to identify general industry safety deficiencies. Inspect facilities and equipment etc. to detect potential safety hazards. Recommend corrective actions to be taken to rectify known deficiencies to the appropriate manager. * Partner with ES Managers and Supervisors for employee engagement concerning preventative safety measures as well as general safety training. (Examples: Hearing Tests Respirator Fit Testing Immunization Reviews; and upon request any other training programs identified). * Conduct physical inspections within Energy Services work groups to ensure adherence to general safety policies and procedures. When requested provide safety expertise in support of Energy Services and University policies. * Provide consultative services to management on safety matters when requested. * Participates as a member of the Energy Services Safety Committee. Upon request could be asked to schedule meetings manage member recruitment and rotation process and participates in the selection of committee chair. Assists to keep committee on task with responsibilities. * Assists with accident/incident/near miss investigations to determine cause and corrective action to be taken. * Conducts quarterly reviews of reported Workers Compensation accidents/incidents/near misses to identify trends and make recommendations to ES management for improvement. * Work with EHS Workplace Safety Manager in managing the ReturntoWork Program for employees who are authorized by a physician to return t work following an onthejob injury. * Assist workgroups with development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) as requested to ensure adherence to general industry safety regulations (Example OSHA State Federal and University safety guidelines legislation or regulations). * As requested partner with supervisors/manager in policy development regarding safety. * Attend University Safety Meetings in discussion of accidents throughout University. * Report significant safety or health violations to appropriate manager for immediate action. Stopping work immediately if endangering employee(s).
Required Qualifications Competencies And Experience
Four year degree with a preference for a related major in a physical science biological science environmental science/engineering occupational safety industrial technology or closely related science; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred Qualifications Competencies And Experience
Four year degree with a preference for a related major in a physical science biological science environmental science/engineering occupational safety industrial technology or closely related science; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Utilities Industrial or construction safety experience a plus. Working knowledge and understanding of principles practices and equipment to determine if proper methods and procedures are utilized and to assure compliance with Federal State local and Industrial regulations.
Work Schedule
Primarily Monday through Friday Business Hours. Position could be required to temporarily work a differing schedule should business needs dictate (example 2nd or 3rd shift) in order to meet the demands of the position. Severe Weather Essential position (must report to or remain at work during periods of adverse weather). Communicable Disease Mandatory Onsite Primary position (must report to work or remain at work during a public health emergency).
Required Experience:
Staff IC