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Knobelsdorff

Solar Safety Specialist

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Knobelsdorff

Premier electrical, engineering, automation and renewable‑energy services firm serving North America.

Field safety specialist for solar projects, ensuring compliance and training on job sites.
1 months ago ago
$55,000 - $70,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
East St Louis, IL
Field
Company Size
265 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Electrical
Industrial
Energy
Renewable Energy
Automation
Engineering
Role

Description

field audits
incident investigation
risk mitigation
safety reporting
safety training
site visits
  • Participate in pre-construction meetings to identify project-specific safety needs
  • Coordinate with the Safety Manager on standards, reporting, and updates
  • Serve as a trusted on-site safety resource for field crews
  • Conduct field audits and participate in pre-task planning (e.g., tailgate talks)
  • Assist in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
  • Promote proactive risk identification and mitigation
  • Prepare safety statistics, trip reports, and compliance documentation
  • Travel to active job sites on a regular basis (100% travel-based role)
  • Monitor and audit safety documentation for accuracy and compliance
  • Support job site teams with safety guidance, training, and mentorship

Requirements

osha 30
microsoft office
spanish
safety certs
nfpa
driver's license
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, and walk for long periods
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds
  • OSHA 30 (required); OSHA 510/511/500/501 certifications are a plus
  • Ability to work in outdoor environments, including extreme weather conditions
  • Ability to work independently, travel extensively, and work in field conditions
  • High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in safety or construction a plus.
  • Safety certifications such as GSP, CSP, ASP, CHST are a plus
  • Familiarity with NFPA 70, 70E, 70B, and photovoltaic (solar) construction
  • EEO is the Law poster English– Spanish
  • EEO is the Law Supplement poster English– Spanish
  • Spanish bilingual skills preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • First Aid/CPR/AED and Fall Protection Competent Person certifications (or willingness to obtain)
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • One year of field safety experience preferred (coordinator or specialist)

Benefits

  • 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees
  • Paid weekly with competitive wages
  • Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
  • PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement
  • Profit sharing and performance-based incentives
  • 401(k) with competitive company match
  • Exclusive employee discounts through Working Advantage
  • HSA contributions to support your medical expenses

Training + Development

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Company

Overview

Late '80s Founded
Year Established
The company was initially established in the late 1980s, marking the beginning of its journey from a small family garage to a multi-divisional firm.
$100M Revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates approximately $100 million in annual revenue, reflecting its growth and operational strength across North America.
2019 Rebranded
Year Rebranded
The company rebranded as Knobelsdorff Enterprises in 2019, organizing its operations into three distinct divisions to better align with its evolving capabilities.
  • Grew through bold expansion into a multi-divisional firm.
  • Organized into Electric, Engineering, and Energy divisions to clarify capabilities.
  • Typical projects include industrial and utility-scale electrical construction, panel building, controls engineering, and solar EPC/O&M.
  • Specializes in electrical infrastructure across sectors like industrial, commercial, residential, automation, and renewable energy.
  • Notable for achieving the ABC Accredited Quality Contractor designation and placing its CEO on an NFPA code-making panel.

Culture + Values

  • Culture and values not publicly stated on company website or LinkedIn
  • Employees describe a 'people-first culture' where the team feels like a family
  • Supportive and encouraging workplace: everyone pitches in, work is done hard but culture stays light and fun
  • Strong trust in colleagues and feeling of personal appreciation
  • Learning environment with opportunities to develop and grow
  • Leadership seen as exceptionally hard-working, accessible, and highly engaged

Environment + Sustainability

  • The company has not made its formal sustainability strategy publicly available.
  • The company has not disclosed a net-zero target date or quantified emissions-reduction goals.
  • The company has not reported data on renewable energy use, GHG emissions, or sustainability results.

Inclusion & Diversity

  • No public DEI strategy or gender‑diversity statistics available on company website or LinkedIn
  • No disclosed data on gender balance, hiring targets, or inclusion outcomes
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