Safety Director: Training, Compliance & Field Leadership

United Utility Services, LLC; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and 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 is seeking a dynamic Safety Director to lead health, safety, and training across the operating area. You will direct Safety Managers and Representatives, drive compliance, and champion a safety-first culture while coordinating with field operations.

Office-based role with travel as needed; requires 5+ years in utilities and 5–8 years in construction safety, a Bachelor’s, and strong Excel skills. CSP/CUSP is preferred. Internal posting and competitive compensation await.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the utility field.
• 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.
• Strong supervisory/management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
• 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 that delivers safe workers and a safe workplace.
• 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.
• Conduct accident investigations on time.
• Assist in injury/illness case management.
• Assist Operating Area management in executing safety responsibilities.
• 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

Safety leadership

Supervisory/management

Microsoft Excel

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CSP or CUSP preferred

Job description

United Utility Services is seeking a dynamic Safety Director to lead health, safety, and training across the operating area. You will direct Safety Managers and Representatives, drive compliance, and champion a safety-first culture while coordinating with field operations.

Office-based role with travel as needed; requires 5+ years in utilities and 5–8 years in construction safety, a Bachelor’s, and strong Excel skills. CSP/CUSP is preferred. Internal posting and competitive compensation await.