Safety Specialist

Summit Underground Services; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

United Utility Services currently seeks a Safety Representative to safeguard workers and communities in Amarillo, TX and surrounding NM areas. The role emphasizes live line transmission and barehand safety, driving a culture of safety and compliance across construction projects.

The position requires strong safety expertise, leadership, and Spanish language ability, with responsibilities covering training, inspections, incident investigations, and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in live line transmission, barehand, and distribution industries.
• 2 years in safety experience or roles.

Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee safety programs and policies on construction sites.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, identify hazards, and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct live line training.
• Provide safety training to employees and contractors.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, analyze root causes and preventative measures.
• Stay updated on industry regulations and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate safety into all aspects of construction.

Skills

Live line transmission

Barehand work

Safety

Leadership

Bilingual (Spanish)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Us

Welcome to United Utility Services, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility Services, we craft power delivery solutions –

About Us

Welcome to United Utility Services, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility Services, we craft power delivery solutions – built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand – fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions.

About The Role

As a Safety Representative at United Utility, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our team members and the communities we serve. Your expertise in live line transmission work or bare hand work will directly impact our business by upholding the highest safety standards, fostering a culture of safety awareness, and helping us maintain our industry-leading position. Join us and be a part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in the construction industry. This position will be responsible for the Amarillo, TX and New Mexico area.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee safety programs and policies on construction sites.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, identify hazards, and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct live line training.
• Provide safety training to employees and contractors.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, analyzing root causes and recommending preventative measures.
• Stay updated on industry regulations and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate safety into all aspects of construction.

Key Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years' experience in the live line transmission, barehand, and distribution industry and 2 years in safety.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and best practices.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish preferred)
• Proficiency in using Microsoft office.
• A commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Key Nice-To-Haves

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP)
• Certified Occupational safety Specialist (COSS)
• Excel experience

Accessibility

If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact email: [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.