Safety Specialist I (Transmission and Distribution)

Overview

Ensures safety compliance on electric T&D sites, conducts inspections, training, and investigations.

Key Responsibilities

• safety audits
• incident investigation
• training coordination
• safety planning
• regulatory compliance
• site visits

Tasks

-Support company safety committees by assisting in assessment of safety performance trends, implementing process, and tool improvements -Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards. -Participate in project kick off and progress meetings -Conduct proactive behavior-based and quality-focused field safety observations and PPE hazard assessments -Coach and mentor project site personnel regarding safety practices and behaviors on an ongoing basis -Conduct accident/injury investigations including root cause analyses -Provide support to Operations organization for incident case management and documentation steps -Partner with Safety, Safety Training & Operations teams to schedule or facilitate required employee trainings: New hire orientation, OSHA ETD Quarterly refresher training, Customer required training, Post-incident training as part of a Corrective Action Plan, and Participate in site-specific safety planning. -Coordinate with Operations teams to create site-specific safety plans; actively participate in safety meetings to review job hazard analysis and hazard recognition tools -Follow-up with Operations organization to ensure completion of corrective actions for all accidents and incidents -Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to environmental protection or occupational health and safety -Perform ongoing site visits to observe and document safety behaviors and work conditions to ensure a safety focus throughout all phases of electric construction projects -Supporting client-specific safety requirements programs and ensure alignment and compliance between client expectations, company rules, and applicable safety regulations

Requirements

• osha
• safety cert
• ms office
• 5+ yrs ehs
• safety degree
• problem solving

What You Bring

-Strong knowledge and understanding of OSHA and other industry-related safety regulations -High school diploma or GED equivalent is required -Ability to work independently -Previous lineman experience is a plus -Ability to travel for job site visits for extended periods of time -Regular and predictable attendance -Must be a team player able to work with co-workers, different departments and outside contacts and maintain strong relationships -Undergraduate degree in in Occupational Safety & Health Management, Ergonomics, Industrial Hygiene or related technical field preferred; combination of relevant experience and education considered in lieu of degree -Minimum 2 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) field roles is required -Attentiveness to details -This position will travel throughout the state of Colorado daily, with occasional travel to areas like Salida, Alamosa, and Grand Junction . Safety Specialists are provided a company vehicle, gas card, and purchase card*** -High school diploma or GED equivalent - required -Organizational skills -Minimum 5 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) field roles - required -Problem-solving and situation analysis skills -Basic understanding of electric construction project management practices and procedures -Undergraduate degree in Safety Management or related field preferred; combination of relevant experience and education considered in lieu of degree -Proficiency with MS Office Suite programs, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint -Effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence behavior -Minimum of one (1) safety certification is preferred, examples include: Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO) Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) Safety Management Specialist (SMS), Specialist in Safety and Health (SSH), or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

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Benefits

-Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. -Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment. -Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential. -Salary $85,000 -$115,000 / year -Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!). -Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employee and dependents. -Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, Hearing, Prescriptions, Mental Health, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Short Term Disability, Retiree Coverage, and Life Insurance under LINECo - (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage. -Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday). -Company-paid business travel accident insurance. -ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.

About Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc.

-Provides high-quality electrical solutions across commercial buildings and large infrastructure projects. -Handles complex electrical challenges efficiently and effectively. -Focuses on transportation, utility, and energy sectors, offering services for power distribution and transportation systems. -Combines expertise in traditional electrical work with cutting-edge technology in renewable energy and infrastructure.

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Visa Sponsorship

-myr group does not sponsor work visa applicants.

Security Clearance

-position may require pre‑employment screening, including background check and drug testing.