Safety and Technical Specialist

Audubon Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon Companies in Houston is seeking a Safety and Technical Specialist to lead safety training for wind energy teams. You will train new hires, establish safe work behaviors, and develop programs that promote a compliant, injury-free workplace.

Responsibilities include delivering hands-on environmental, occupational health, and technical training on wind turbine systems, evaluating learner understanding, maintaining records and learning management systems, and coordinating refresher courses

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in service, maintenance and repair of wind turbines as a field technician.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's Degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Safety, Environmental Science, Wind Energy Technology or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT/Federal Motor Carrier regulations, standards and best practices as applicable to the wind energy sector.
• Wind Turbine Rescue Trainer qualification through ENSA, Gravitec, GWO or similar body preferred.
• First-Aid/CPR Trainer qualification preferred.
• OSHA 501 and 511 preferred.
• GWO Instructor Qualification Training (IQT) preferred.
• Documented experience delivering curriculum in classroom and real-world environments.
• Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record.
• Willing to relocate to Tonkawa, OK / nearby area or commute as needed.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Able to meet and maintain industry physical fitness requirements.
• Familiarity with planning and presenting EHS training programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Able to deliver training in multiple subjects and assess understanding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training to personnel on environmental, occupational health and safety topics and technical areas related to wind energy systems.
• Evaluate learners' understanding through tests, practical exercises or other methods.
• Provide GWO BST, BTT, ART, and SLS training.
• Provide initial and refresher First-Aid/CPR/AED training.
• Maintain safety-related records and training documentation.
• Develop and maintain learning management system materials and documentation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Training delivery

Public speaking

Curriculum delivery

Multi-subject trainer

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in Safety/Health or Wind Energy

Wind Energy Technology related degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Audubon is currently seeking a Safety and Technical Specialist to join our team in our offsite Office. The Safety and Technical Specialist will get to train new team members and be the first person to establish safe work behaviors for our new employees. This position also develops and implements safety training to promote a safe work environment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver training to personnel on environmental, occupational health, safety related items, and technical topics such as hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems related to wind energy systems


• Ensure the effectiveness of training by evaluating the students' understanding through written tests, practical exercises or other evaluation methods


• Provide GWO initial and refresher training in Basic Safety Training (BST), Basic Technical Training (BTT), Advanced Rescue Training (ART), & Slinger Signalman training (SLS).


• Provide initial and refresher 1st Aid, CPR, & AED training to employees


• Ensure the recording and retention of safety related documents and records


• Develop and maintain training documentation and learning management systems


• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• At least one (1) year experience in service, maintenance and repair of wind turbines as a field technician


• High School Diploma or GED required.


• Associate's Degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Safety, Environmental Science, Wind Energy Technology or related field preferred.


• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT/Federal Motor Carrier regulations, standards and best practices as applicable to the wind energy sector


• Wind Turbine Rescue Trainer through ENSA, Gravitec, GWO or other body preferred


• First-Aid/CPR Trainer through Medic First Aid, Health and Safety Institute, American Red Cross or other body preferred


• OSHA 501 and 511 preferred


• GWO Instructor Qualification Training (IQT)


• Documented experience delivering curriculum in a classroom and real-world environment


• Valid Driver's License & Acceptable driving record


• Reside in the Tonkawa, OK /Nearby area, or willing to relocate


• Ability to travel as needed, up to 30% of the time


• Able to meet and maintain industry physical fitness requirements.


• Familiarity with planning and presenting EHS training programs


• Use of Microsoft Office suite of software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)


• Strong interpersonal communication skills


• Able to deliver training in multiple subjects and check for understanding by trainee

No Recruiters, please!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled