Safety Specialist I or II

About the Role: The Safety Specialist II works closely with field staff, clients and subcontractors, all levels of management, and personnel from external organizations during all phases of electric construction projects. Safety Specialist II's will support the creation of site-specific plans and be a mentor to other safety professionals within the company. The Specialist must be committed to ensuring adherence to safety-related policies, procedures, and regulations while developing positive professional relationships. This is a location-based position encompassing worksites throughout the assigned project area and requires varying amounts of travel. Company Overview Since 1912, Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc., a subsidiary of MYR Group, Inc, has provided comprehensive electrical construction services to clients throughout the western U.S. Sturgeon Electric has two divisions, offering both power line construction and commercial/industrial electrical construction, making it a full-service electrical provider. Sturgeon Electric’s powerline, or Transmission and Distribution (T&D) construction division provides a full range of capabilities related to transmission, distribution, and substation construction. Essential FunctionsConduct accident/injury investigations including root cause analysesProvide support to Operations organization for incident case management and documentation stepsFollow-up with Operations organization to ensure completion of corrective actions for all accidents and incidentsComplete final review incident case management and documentationSupport company safety committees with assessment of safety performance trends, implementing process, and tool improvementsPerform ongoing site visits to observe and document safety behaviors and work conditions to ensure a safety focus throughout all phases of electric construction projectsPartner with Operations leadership to create site-specific safety plans; actively participate in safety meetings to review job hazard analysis and hazard recognition toolsParticipate in project kick off and progress meetingsCoordinate safety department meetings and action planning to provide technical expertise regarding safety and training topicsSupport client-specific safety requirements programs and ensure alignment and compliance between client expectations, company rules, and applicable safety regulationsEnsure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to environmental protection or occupational health and safetyCoach and mentor project site personnel regarding safety practices and behaviors on an ongoing basisConduct proactive behavior-based and quality-focused field safety observations and PPE hazard assessmentsCoordinate with Safety, Safety Training & Operations teams to schedule or facilitate required employee trainingsNew hire orientationOSHA ETD Quarterly refresher trainingCustomer required trainingPost-incident training as part of a Corrective Action PlanParticipate in site-specific safety planningProvide mentoring and coaching to lower level Safety personnelParticipate in safety department meetings and action planning to provide technical expertise regarding safety and training topicsRegular and predictable attendanceOther duties as assignedEssential functions of this position are to be performance at a Company-designated office or field locationUnderstand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards About You: Qualifications (Level I)Minimum 2 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) field roles is requiredHigh school diploma or GED equivalent is requiredMinimum 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)Undergraduate degree in Safety Management or related field preferred; combination of relevant experience and education considered in lieu of degreeQualifications (Level II)Minimum 5 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) field roles - requiredHigh school diploma or GED equivalent - requiredMinimum 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)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 degreeKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesDocumented experience with OSHA recordkeeping, reporting and Method of Procedure (MOP) writingThorough understanding of construction project management practices and proceduresAdvanced knowledge of local, federal and state regulations pertaining to environmental protection or occupational health and safetyExcellent problem-solving and situation analysis skillsAdvanced proficiency with MS Office Suite programs, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPointEffective verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence behaviorStrong knowledge and understanding of OSHA and other industry-related safety regulationsMust be a team player with proven ability to work with co-workers, different departments and outside contacts and maintain strong relationshipsAttentiveness to detailsOrganizational skillsAbility to work independentlyAbility to travel for job site visits for extended periods of time What We Offer: Eligibility: You will become initially eligible on the first day of the benefit month corresponding to the eligibility month in which you first accumulate at least 125 credited hours.  https://www.lineco.org/html/bthw01.htm Compensation & BenefitsSalary $85,000-$110,000 / yearCommensurate 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. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​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.ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more). ​​​​​​​Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.Company-paid business travel accident insurance.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. Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321. MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. 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