Safety Engineer (Utility)

Aldridge Electric; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Incentive Programs

Short and Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Legal Assistance

Identity Protection

Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Aldridge Electric is seeking a Safety Engineer (Utility) who will champion the Incident & Injury Free culture across a geographic region and work hands-on with operations to drive safety initiatives. The role requires traveling to job sites, conducting trainings, and coordinating safety programs in compliance with OSHA and corporate standards.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Safety & Health and 1–3 years of construction safety experience, with strong communication and organizational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in OS&H or related field; 1-3 years in construction safety preferred.
• Willingness to travel to various job sites.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Promote and steward the Incident & Injury Free culture.
• Lead safety initiatives and coordinate programs for a geographic region.
• Conduct safety trainings and toolbox talks with crews.
• Perform site inspections to identify unsafe conditions and practices.
• Investigate injuries and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and safety programs.

Skills

Travel readiness

Safety culture champion

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety & Health

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite 2010

Job description

Safety Engineer (Utility)

What we are looking for:

A traveling Safety Professional to join our Power and Utility team. The Safety Professional serves in a dual role; where the initial objective is to operate in a consultative capacity, by providing expert support, guidance, and motivation to operations management and employees at all levels. In addition, along with management, the Safety Professional at AE is expected to be a “hands on” partner in delivering various safety initiatives and programs specifically to develop a safety culture supporting the goal and daily mission of Incident and Injury Free (“Nobody Gets Hurt”) in the course of any work performed by AE.

Your role at Aldridge will be to champion the Incident & Injury Free culture. Lead and coordinate safety initiatives and related programs for a geographic region. Drive communication, planning, implementation, supervision, and measurement in compliance with corporate safety standards and procedures, OSHA and other federal and state regulations.

What you’ll do:

• Promote and be a steward of our organization’s Incident and Injury Free (IIF) Culture and Core Values.
• Administer and provide updated recommendations to both Divisional and Regional Operations regarding the Safety Management System, ensuring that rules and policies are in effect.
• Perform regular safety training sessions and hold toolbox talks with crews at show ups or onjob sites.
• Conduct new employee safety orientations for multiple disciplines within the organization.
• Perform regular job site inspections/observations of all crews to identify unsafe conditions and unsafe work practices, documenting the visits in our LMS and forwarding to various management and administrative personnel.
• Coordinate supplemental inspections whenever new processes, equipment, or substances are introduced or new or previously unrecognized hazards are identified.
• Help complete project safety preplans and hazard analysis with managers, supervisors, and foremen for new jobs.
• Verify that corrective measures are completed in a timely fashion for any hazards identified.
• Assist in investigating injuries and illnesses to determine cause and take action(s) to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with the Hazards Communication Program, Emergency Action Plan, Fire Prevention Plan, Confined Space Entry Program, Trenching and Excavation Program, and any other programs required by OSHA and the Corporate Safety, Health and Environment Department.
• Submit weekly status reports to the Group Safety Manager and RSM specifying projects completed during the week.
• Ensure that adequate First Aid supplies and fire extinguishers are maintained on company vehicles and in local office facilities.
• Act as a liaison between our company and General and Subcontractors.
• Lead change in the safety culture to drive down injury rates and increase morale.
• Maintain PPE order forms and stock.

Who you are:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in an Occupational Safety and Health discipline (e.g. OS&H Management, Human Factors, Construction) from a four-year college or university; and/or minimum of 1-3 years’ direct experience in Construction Safety and Occupational Health disciplines.
• Willingness to travel.
• On the Job experience, professional certifications and a degree in Safety & Health will be considered for purposes of substituting for experience requirements.
• Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal, and OSHA requirements.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Strong work ethic - willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must have a working knowledge of computers and experience in Microsoft Office Suite 2010 (i.e., Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Excel).
• Must be eligible to be granted a security clearance if warranted.

Who we are:

At Aldridge, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team, where your skills are not only valued but crucial to our success. As we pursue our vision to be the First Choice for Energy and Transportation infrastructure projects, we welcome fresh perspectives and prioritize teamwork to drive our industry‑leading safety, innovation, and execution.

Our culture is rooted in family‑centeredness, with third‑generation leadership guiding our unwavering spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. With over 2,000 industry experts dedicated to our vision, we actively contribute to and uplift the communities impacted by our infrastructure projects and our Aldridge family.

Built on collaboration and a commitment to mental wellness, our core values create an unparalleled sense of unity and camaraderie within our organization. Through team‑building events, open‑door policies, and visible executive presence, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive, innovate, and make a meaningful difference. Join us in building the infrastructure that keeps the world moving and connected – become a part of the A‑team to start building and strengthening your career today!

What we offer:

The annual base pay for this role is between $70,000 - $90,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including: location, work experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for a bonus. Aldridge provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Incentive Programs
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Legal Assistance
• Identity Protection
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

This job-specific task list covers only the most important job duties. Employees assigned to this position title will also perform other occasional work assignments not mentioned above, including temporary assignments, training assignments, and other related duties. Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote people in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.