Field Safety Specialist II – Electric Construction

MYR Group Inc.; Windham (NH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

PTO & Holidays: 15 days + 10 holidays

401(k) with 100% match up to 6%

Educational assistance program

Life insurance & disability coverage

Job summary

Harlan Electric Company, a MYR Group Inc. subsidiary, is seeking a Safety Specialist to support field teams across electric construction projects with a strong focus on enforcing safety policies, conducting site observations, and coordinating site-specific safety plans with Operations.

Travel to various worksites is required to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. The role requires at least 2 years in EHS roles, a high school diploma or GED, and at least one safety certification; a

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) field roles is required.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Minimum of one (1) safety certification is preferred, examples include: CSHO, CHST, SMS, SSH, CSP.
• Undergraduate degree in Safety Management or related field preferred; combination of relevant experience and education considered in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform ongoing site visits to observe safety behaviors and work conditions to ensure a safety focus throughout all phases of electric construction projects
• Coordinate with Operations teams to create site-specific safety plans; actively participate in safety meetings to review job hazard analysis and hazard recognition tools
• Participate in project kick off and progress meetings
• Support client-specific safety requirements programs and ensure alignment and compliance between client expectations, company rules, and applicable safety regulations
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to environmental protection or occupational health and safety
• Coach and mentor project site personnel regarding safety practices and behaviors on an ongoing basis
• Conduct proactive behavior-based and quality-focused field safety observations and PPE hazard assessments
• Partner with Safety, Safety Training & Operations teams to schedule or facilitate required employee trainings
• Conduct accident/injury investigations including root cause analyses
• Provide support to Operations organization for incident case management and documentation steps
• Follow-up with Operations organization to ensure completion of corrective actions for all accidents and incidents
• Support company safety committees by assisting in assessment of safety performance trends, implementing process, and tool improvements
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed at a Company-designated office or field location
• Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

MS Office

Communication

OSHA knowledge

Team player

Attention to detail

Organization

Independence

Travel willingness

Field safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Safety certification (CSHO/CHST/SMS/SSH/CSP)

Safety management degree preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Harlan Electric Company, a MYR Group Inc. subsidiary, is seeking a Safety Specialist to support field teams across electric construction projects with a strong focus on enforcing safety policies, conducting site observations, and coordinating site-specific safety plans with Operations.

Travel to various worksites is required to ensure compliance and continuous improvement. The role requires at least 2 years in EHS roles, a high school diploma or GED, and at least one safety certification; a