Utility Construction Safety Specialist

Location: 599 Water St Gardiner ME 04345

Company Overview

Is it time to elevate your career with a company dedicated to being the best in the industry; that values integrity dedication and hard work If so On Target wants you to join their ranks! We offer competitive pay a generous benefits package and opportunities for advancement.

At On Target we are a fast-growing company that provides a variety of utility construction services such as power line telecommunications metering and smart grid services throughout the Northeast. Relocation assistance is available.

We are looking for a Safety Specialist to assist and support the development training and enforcement of all occupational safety and health initiatives required and/or related to utility construction and maintenance services including but not limited to transmission distribution and telecommunications lines and related equipment/structures/facilities both overhead and underground.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a thorough knowledge of all relevant utility construction safety and maintenance operating standards/codes/policies/guidelines in accordance with Federal State Company and customer standards.
• Work directly with the Safety & Workforce Development Manager to monitor analyze and interpret new and/or changing standards/codes/policies/guidelines.
• Communicate and collaborate with internal and external team to provide direction and support on all relevant safety and maintenance standards/codes/policies/guidelines. Tasks will include but are not limited to:
  • Provide risk assessment and analysis support.
  • Assist with the development implementation and compliance of safety policies/practices/training.
  • Assist with compliance requirements such as but not limited to field safety audits incident/accident investigations various inspections routine crew visits etc.
  • Perform safety trainings.
  • Coach/mentor employees to encourage and ensure safety initiatives.
  • Monitor completion of safety training requirements and communicate as necessary to ensure timely completion.
  • Maintain and monitor internal and/or external safety reporting systems/files/records and provide reports as requested.
  • Coordinate and consolidate information on all safety and training concerns from all business units to ensure swift resolution and consistency throughout the organization to promote a culture of safety awareness while maintaining optimal productivity.
• Works and communicates with internal and external team in a courteous and professional manner.
• Travel extensively including overnight.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet customer demands/schedule including overtime and emergency duty as requested (nights weekends holidays).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent; BS and/or masters degree in safety engineering or related field highly preferred.
• 4-6 years experience in corporate safety environment and/or leadership position.
• First Aid/CPR/AED skills and training ability.
• CUSP (Certified Utility Safety Professional) CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist) certification preferred.
• Valid Drivers License required; CDL (Commercial Drivers License) preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge/understanding of safety and health standards/codes/policies/guidelines for relevant utility construction and maintenance including relevant equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as regulations industry standards and contractual requirements.
• Strong computer skills: working knowledge of Microsoft Suite products required.
• Ability to successfully obtain and/or maintain required licenses/certifications/documents.

• Strong leadership skills with excellent interpersonal and communication skills (including public speaking) both verbal and written; a strong work ethic and be self-motivated.
• Strong analytical abilities and the ability to think strategically.
• Ability to operate/drive trade related equipment/vehicles preferred.

• Ability to obtain/maintain a DOT Medical Examiners Card (DOT Card).
• Operate a computer terminal for approximately 2-4 non-consecutive hours per day.
• Work for sustained periods of time maintaining concentrated attention to detail.
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather conditions including standing walking and working on uneven ground for the full workday.
• Must have the ability to see/distinguish colors and to hear clearly.
• Lift push and/or pull up to 50 pounds.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.