Field Safety Lead – Transmission Line Construction

PowerGrid Services, LLC; North Carolina; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerGrid Services, LLC is seeking a Safety Specialist to lead safety programs for transmission line construction projects in Lilesville, NC, providing field leadership for craft personnel and subcontractors. The role emphasizes promoting a strong safety culture, conducting site assessments, and ensuring adherence to company policies and client/regulatory standards.

The position requires OSHA 30 and 5+ years of construction safety experience, with travel throughout the Eastern Region.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of construction safety experience.
• Experience supporting transmission, utility, power delivery, heavy civil, industrial, or infrastructure construction projects.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, incident investigation, hazard recognition, and risk management principles.
• Experience conducting field safety audits, inspections, and safety training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the Eastern Region.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support safety programs for transmission line construction projects in Lilesville, NC.
• Conduct routine jobsite safety observations, audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Identify hazards associated with transmission construction activities including structure erection, foundations, wire pulling, rigging, heavy equipment operations, and right-of-way work.
• Develop, conduct, and document safety training related to transmission construction activities and safe work practices.
• Conduct incident, injury, property damage, and near-miss investigations and determine root causes.
• Develop and manage corrective and preventive action plans resulting from audits, inspections, and investigations.
• Prepare and maintain Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and Project Emergency Action Plans (EAPs).
• Monitor and evaluate subcontractor safety performance to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Facilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Assist project teams with planning and risk mitigation for transmission construction activities.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, client safety requirements, and industry best practices.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, observations, incidents, training, and corrective actions.
• Promote continuous improvement by coaching, mentoring, and reinforcing safe work behaviors.
• Support emergency response activities and storm restoration efforts as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Independent worker

Extensive travel

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

PowerGrid Services, LLC is seeking a Safety Specialist to lead safety programs for transmission line construction projects in Lilesville, NC, providing field leadership for craft personnel and subcontractors. The role emphasizes promoting a strong safety culture, conducting site assessments, and ensuring adherence to company policies and client/regulatory standards.

The position requires OSHA 30 and 5+ years of construction safety experience, with travel throughout the Eastern Region.