Safety Director, Power Utilities & Training — Remote

United Utility Services; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Company 401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

United Utility Services is seeking a dynamic Safety Director to lead Health, Safety, & Training across our operating areas. You will direct Safety Managers, drive compliance with OSHA/DOT/EPA, and shape a proactive safety culture through training and investigations.

The role requires 5+ years in utilities and 5-8 years in construction safety, with travel and leadership responsibilities. Remote option available for qualified candidates; strong Excel proficiency is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the utility field.
• Minimum of 5-8 years' safety experience in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT and EPA laws and regulations.
• Current valid driver's license.
• Able to travel regularly with overnights as needed. Flexibility to work additional hours/weekends as required.
• Strong supervisory/management skills, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• A recognized safety certification a plus.
• CSP or CUSP Preferred

Responsibilities

• Directs work areas and equipment to ensure compliance with company, state and federal safety policies and regulations.
• Develop and promote a culture in that deliver's safe workers and a safe work place
• Implement accident prevention activities as directed or needed
• Act as the technical resource in respective Operating Area for safety issues
• Conduct safety orientation and training in a timely, professional manner. Deliver quality presentations.
• Conduct accident investigations on time
• Assist in injury/illness case management. Avoid injuries becoming OSHA recordable' internal and external customer service a top priority
• Assist Operating Area management in executing safety responsibilities and in making safety efforts successful
• Provide positive, proactive leadership by example
• Recommend safety improvement/accident prevention methods
• Work with Operating Area management to integrate safety into daily work procedures
• Complete new hire orientation ensuring all required paperwork is given to safety administrator for record retention.
• Serve as the Operating Area Safety Committee Chairperson

Skills

OSHA/DOT/EPA knowledge

Driver's license

Travel willingness

MS Office (Excel)

Bilingual Spanish (plus)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

United Utility Services is seeking a dynamic Safety Director to lead Health, Safety, & Training across our operating areas. You will direct Safety Managers, drive compliance with OSHA/DOT/EPA, and shape a proactive safety culture through training and investigations.

The role requires 5+ years in utilities and 5-8 years in construction safety, with travel and leadership responsibilities. Remote option available for qualified candidates; strong Excel proficiency is a plus.