Field Safety Specialist — Electric Utilities

United Utility Services; Florida; On-site; USD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA and FSA options

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Short and long-term disability

Job summary

United Utility Services in Florida is seeking a Safety Specialist to support safe, compliant operations across the organization, conducting field observations, leading safety discussions, and reinforcing policy compliance among distribution line crews.

You will serve as a key resource for field personnel and leadership, promote hazard recognition and incident prevention, and help drive corrective actions, training, and safety initiatives throughout the region.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a journeyman lineman in electric distribution.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, industry safety practices, and utility safety policies.
• Effective communicator with demonstrated leadership in field environments.

Responsibilities

• Field Safety Observations: conduct regular observations to evaluate crew compliance with safety standards and procedures.
• Training & Communication: lead safety discussions, tailgate meetings, daily briefings, and safety stand-downs; reinforce safety topics and policies.
• Incident Response & Analysis: respond to incidents, assist with investigations, document findings, and support corrective actions.
• Policy & Regulatory Compliance: verify compliance with OSHA, DOT, customer requirements, and internal safety policies.

Skills

Journeyman lineman

OSHA regulations

Leadership in field

Travel readiness

Safety documentation

Job description

United Utility Services in Florida is seeking a Safety Specialist to support safe, compliant operations across the organization, conducting field observations, leading safety discussions, and reinforcing policy compliance among distribution line crews.

You will serve as a key resource for field personnel and leadership, promote hazard recognition and incident prevention, and help drive corrective actions, training, and safety initiatives throughout the region.