Safety Specialist -Grayson, Fleming, Mason, Ashland KY

Peak Utility Services Group; Clay (KY); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

5 Star Electric, LLC (5 Star) is a premier electrical contractor serving Western Kentucky and beyond. The Safety Specialist role focuses on ensuring safe operations, developing procedures, and documenting processes company-wide.

Travel and relocation may be required; HS E Director reports directly to oversee the program. The position requires knowledge of OSHA directives, strong auditing skills, and experience in safety leadership.

Formación

• Associate degree preferred with 3–5 years of documented safety power line construction experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA Federal Regulations, state and local safety policies and procedures.
• Current OSHA 500, and OSHA 10/30 certifications; BCSP/CUSP credentials preferred.
• Must be certified in urine drug testing collections and STT for alcohol testing (DOT and company).

Responsabilidades

• Understand and communicate all Company safety rules and regulations to personnel.
• Analyze data to identify trends and issues affecting the Safety Program performance.
• Involve others in decision-making and secure buy-in for safety changes.
• Review subcontractor safety policies during pre-qualification and bidding phases.
• Conduct field monitoring for hot work, excavations, crane ops, and equipment handling.
• Audit daily activities of subcontractor personnel and safety compliance.
• Conduct accident investigations and issue reports as needed.
• Take corrective action on unsafe acts and coordinate with management.

Conocimientos

Safety management

Regulatory compliance

Auditing

Incident investigation

Training

Educación

Associate degree

OSHA 500 Certification

OSHA 30 Certification

BCSP/CUSP credential

CPR/First Aid Instructor Certification

DOT/STT certification

Class B CDL

Driver license

Herramientas

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Safety Specialist -Grayson, Fleming, Mason, Ashland KY

• Posted on November 5, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

1710
Clay, KY 42404, USA

• On-site
• Safety Quality and Training
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SAFET006531

Description

5 Star Electric, LLC (5 Star) is a premier full-service provider of electrical construction, maintenance, and repair services with offices in Western Kentucky and Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. 5 Star specializes in Distribution and Transmission Power Line work, Substation, Industrial, Commercial, Streetlighting, and Fiber installations.

Position Title: Safety Specialist

Our Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.

Classification:Non-Exempt

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The primary functions of this position are to ensure the safety and quality of 5 Star Electric, LLC's operations and procedures. Serve as the staff subject matter expert in safety management, developing and carrying out procedures as well as documenting processes within the organization. You will be responsible for the safety control audits of all installation and repair work ensuring compliance as outlined by company and OSHA directives. The position reports to the HSE Director and will require travel and relocation from time to time.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Have a complete understanding of all Company-related safety rules and regulations, and effectively communicate them to all affected personnel so as not to diminish in any way the Company’s established safety goals and objectives.
• Continually examine data to identify operational problems, positive and negative trends and issues, and understands possible cause-effect relationships that have a bearing on the Company’s Safety Program performance. Promptly develop solutions to effectively address any issues that may cause a potential problem and communicate accordingly.
• Actively involve others, as necessary, in the decision-making process. In so doing, ensure all relative safety information is obtained, and alternatives are identified so the best decision[s] are made and appropriate buy-in is obtained.
• Review potential subcontractor's safety policies, procedures, and performance during the pre-qualification/bidding phase to ensure the company meets the established requirements
• Conducting field-monitoring activities associated with hot work permitting, excavation permits, crane operation, equipment loading/unloading, etc.
• Reviewing / auditing daily activity conducted by subcontractor personnel
• Conducting accident investigations and incident reports as needed
• Taking immediate corrective action on any unsafe acts observed, involving the company management and subcontractor management for immediate review
• Follow a “Best Practices” philosophy by being pro-active in making creative, timely and meaningful suggestions as to how best achieve maximum efficiencies and results from the Company’s Safety Program.
• Other responsibilities, as assigned by the Director of Safety.

Success Factors:

• Must be able to work outdoors in diverse terrain and in all weather conditions
• Must be able to stand, sit, or bend for long periods of time. Must be able to walk, kneel, and carry for moderate periods of time.
• Ability to work outdoors conditions.
• Physical capabilities required to safely operate a motor vehicle, in all driving conditions.
• Possess sight, strength, and coordination necessary to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be available for frequent overtime and storm work assignments.
• Must be fully proficient in the MS Office suite. Additional certifications may be required.

Experience and Education:

• Associate degree, preferred with 3 – 5 years of documented safety power line construction experience.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA Federal Regulations, state and local safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Current OSHA 500 certificate and training experience in OSHA 10/30.
• Knowledgeable in bucket, and pole top rescue operations.
• Current OSHA 30 Certification. Must have a qualified credential from BCSP/CUSP or other approved safety organization. Demonstrated ability to review contractor health and safety plans.
• Must be certified in urine drug test collections, as well as Screening Test Technician (STT) for alcohol testing (DOT and company designated).
• Demonstrated experience in conducting field audits, accident investigations and leading safety meetings and training initiatives.

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver License is required.
• Must have Class B CDL (Minimum), valid medical certification and clean driving record.
• Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Must have ability for frequent travel on needed training requirements and potential for overtime including storm work.
• Must be certified in urine drug test collections, as well as Screening Test Technician (STT) for alcohol testing (DOT and company designated).
• Demonstrated experience in conducting field audits, accident investigations and leading safety meetings and training initiatives.
• Must have CPR/First Aid Instructor Certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Must have a class B CDL (minimum), medical certification and clean driving record

Notes:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

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