Electrical Safety Manager

Description

The Electrical Safety Manager will provide the safety support needed to help identify gaps in the Electrical Safety Program. They will help implement safety controls associated with electrical work hazards, including field review/validation, process development of hazardous guidelines, and in‑field safety observations. They will also review lock‑out/tag‑out procedures and personal protective equipment for electrical work scopes to prevent electrocution, electric shock, burns, or electrical fires. Consultation on electrical safety issues and the application of standards such as OSHA, NEC (NFPA 70), NFPA 70E, and EM‑385 is also expected.

• Support company Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) program.
• Maintain SME‑level knowledge of NFPA 70E and act as company SME for electrical safety compliance.
• Attend weekly jobsite coordination meetings and discuss safety issues as needed.
• Assist with pre‑job assessments for major electrical projects.
• Answer electrical safety questions and deliver program presentations.
• Maintain the company's electrical safety procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate and conduct safety trainings, including new‑hire safety orientations.
• Provide electrical training to maintain knowledge levels for electrical workers.
• Conduct audits and reviews of electrical equipment, installations, and facilities for NFPA 70E, OSHA, and NEC compliance.
• Develop and maintain electrical safety training for basic and advanced qualified workers.
• Perform job site safety audits on required daily/weekly tasks.
• Build and maintain safety training spreadsheets.
• Conduct job site safety inspections and generate safety reports.
• Audit safety aspects of personnel, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Conduct lockout/tagout reviews as requested.
• Review safe work practices.
• Act as safety liaison and promote company safety efforts and incentive programs.
• Lead or assist with general safety audits and investigations of near‑misses, incidents, and accidents.
• Enforce safe work practices exceeding OSHA minimums, company rules, site‑specific requirements, and disciplinary policies.
• Provide professional development for the safety team as needed.
• Perform other assigned safety functions and work as part of a project team to meet deadlines.
• Climb stairs or ladders and use hands and fingers to handle objects.

Requirements

• Subject Matter Expert (SME) level knowledge in electrical safety and NFPA 70E.
• Thorough understanding of arc flash analysis protocols and concepts.
• Experience in electrical safety and knowledge of OSHA and NFPA 70E standards.
• High‑voltage and low‑voltage electrical safety experience required.
• Journeyman Electrician strongly preferred with at least 10 years of electrical experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management strongly preferred; high school diploma required.
• OSHA‑30, CPR, First‑Aid, Arc Flash (NFPA 70E), Fall Protection, and trench & excavation certifications.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to work accurately under pressure and strict deadlines.
• Ability to read, write, use a computer, analyze, and interpret OSHA standards; produce reports using PlanGrid and safety correspondence.
• Effective presentation skills and ability to respond to questions from workers, supervisors, managers, and customers.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an inclusive, influential style.
• Excellent time and cost management to deliver quality exceeding customer expectations.
• Leadership skills and ability to work well within a professional team.
• Ability to interpret one‑line drawings and operate electrical testing devices.
• Capability to work in a high‑performance, cross‑functional organization with tight timelines.
• Travel up to 50% as required.
• Safety‑conscious, detail‑oriented, highly organized, and able to multitask.
• Ability to train, influence, and motivate team members.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Equipment operator experience required.
• Basic equipment maintenance knowledge.
• Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance as determined by management.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays as needed to meet business needs.
• Ability to attend site‑specific power utility shutdowns.
• Standing, sitting, walking, talking, and hearing required.
• Reach with arms and hands; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds.
• Work in indoor and/or outdoor environments.
• Exposure to hot or cold working conditions.
• Moderate noise levels may be present.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Benefits

Owen Electric offers a complete and comprehensive benefits package.

Training + Development

Interview process

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