Safety Representative

Overview

Field safety oversight for utility crews, ensuring compliance and safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• safety inspections
• incident investigation
• compliance docs
• field coaching
• ppe monitoring
• safety audits

Tasks

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Safety Representative to provide field-level safety oversight for our utility crews. This position is not a trainer role; instead, the Safety Representative will work directly in the field, at job sites and yards, to ensure compliance with company policies, client requirements, and regulatory standards. The role involves conducting inspections, monitoring work practices, supporting incident response, and reinforcing our commitment to a strong safety culture across all operations. -Monitor crews during daily operations, ensuring proper use of PPE, tools, and equipment. -Stay current on applicable safety regulations and industry best practices. -Participate in incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action planning. -Complete and maintain inspection reports, hazard assessments, and corrective action documentation. -Communicate findings and recommendations to management and crews in a clear, constructive manner. -Assist with maintaining compliance records, permits, and other regulatory documentation. -Conduct field safety observations and provide real-time coaching to employees when unsafe conditions or behaviors are identified. -Support supervisors and foremen in reinforcing safe work practices during job execution. -Perform job-site safety inspections and yard audits to verify compliance with OSHA, DOT, NFPA, ANSI, and company safety standards. -Serve as a visible safety presence in the field, reinforcing the company’s safety culture.

Requirements

• safety experience
• osha knowledge
• high school
• communication
• outdoor work
• relationship building

What You Bring

This position operates primarily in the field at active job sites and company yards. Exposure to varying temperatures, weather conditions, noise levels, and construction hazards is expected. The role requires regular travel between project locations and involves routine use of standard communication and reporting tools (laptops, tablets, phones, etc.). Physical Activity Frequency Stand Frequently (F) Walk Frequently (F) Sit Occasionally (O) Kneel/Squat Occasionally (O) Climb Stairs/Ladders Occasionally (O) Lift/Carry up to 50 lbs Occasionally (O) -Ability to build relationships and influence crews to work safely without compromising productivity. -Minimum 2 years of safety experience in utility, construction, or energy industry preferred. -Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and at active construction sites. -High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or related field preferred. -Excellent observation, communication, and documentation skills. -Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, DOT regulations, and utility construction safety requirements.

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