Electrical Safety Lead for Energized Work

Upchurch; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holiday pay

Professional development and cert. /培训

Job summary

Upchurch is seeking an Energy Marshal to support safe operations around energized electrical systems at sites throughout the southeastern United States. You will help ensure work is planned and executed per site safety requirements and company procedures, collaborating with construction teams, electricians, and safety personnel to reduce energization risk.

Requirements include a high school diploma, electrical safety knowledge (LOTO, arc flash), and strong communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training in electrical systems, construction safety, or a related field preferred.
• Experience on construction sites, industrial facilities, data centers, or commissioning projects preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical safety practices including LOTO, arc flash awareness, and energized work controls.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E, OSHA, or local equivalents preferred.
• Strong communication and observation skills.
• Ability to stop unsafe work and communicate concerns clearly.
• Comfortable working in active construction or industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support work activities involving or adjacent to energized electrical equipment.
• Help enforce electrical safety procedures, lockout/tagout practices, and site-specific energization controls.
• Coordinate with project teams, electrical contractors, and commissioning personnel before energization activities.
• Verify that required permits, hazard assessments, and pre-task plans are completed before work begins.
• Identify unsafe conditions or behaviors and escalate issues promptly.
• Participate in toolbox talks, pre-job briefings, and safety meetings related to electrical work.
• Maintain awareness of energized zones and help control access to restricted areas.
• Document observations, incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.
• Support incident investigations and follow-up actions when needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulatory and client requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Observation skills

Safety awareness

Ability to stop unsafe work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in electrical systems

Tools

NFPA 70E knowledge

OSHA familiarity

Job description

Upchurch is seeking an Energy Marshal to support safe operations around energized electrical systems at sites throughout the southeastern United States. You will help ensure work is planned and executed per site safety requirements and company procedures, collaborating with construction teams, electricians, and safety personnel to reduce energization risk.

Requirements include a high school diploma, electrical safety knowledge (LOTO, arc flash), and strong communication.