Safety Technician

Elliot Services; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

401K with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Paid Vacation

Uniforms and PPE provided

Job summary

A leading electrical contractor is seeking a Safety Technician based in Lexington, KY. The role involves fostering a strong safety culture, providing safety leadership, and ensuring compliance with regulations across Kentucky. Ideal candidates have a passion for safety, at least 3 years of experience or certification in safety, and excellent organizational and communication skills. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction or related field.
• Ability to plan, delegate, and lead effectively.
• Excellent communication across all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Assist Field Safety Directors in executing safety programs.
• Provide hands-on guidance to field teams on safety initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to OSHA and other regulatory requirements.
• Identify and implement innovative methods to improve safety.
• Promote a proactive safety mindset among employees.
• Work closely with regional teams to deliver measurable safety improvements.

Skills

Safety leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree or certification in safety

Job description

For over seven decades investor‑owned utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and others have entrusted their electrical construction and maintenance needs to Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. (Elliot).

Elliot is a full‑service electrical contractor specializing in overhead and underground distribution, transmission, substations, lighting, traffic signaling, utility locating and industrial/commercial services.

Join a team committed to safety excellence. Davis H. Elliot is seeking a highly motivated Safety Technician to support our Central Region operations. This role is based in Lexington, KY and provides safety leadership and training support across Kentucky and portions of surrounding states.

As a Safety Technician, you will play a critical role in fostering a strong safety culture and driving continuous improvement. Working closely with Field Safety Directors, you will help implement strategic safety initiatives, ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards, and support field crews with training and risk reduction efforts. Your work will directly contribute to injury prevention and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety Leadership: Assist Field Safety Directors in executing safety programs that align with company objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Crew Support: Provide hands‑on guidance to field teams on safety, health, and training initiatives.
• Compliance Management: Ensure adherence to OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal reporting requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement innovative methods to reduce risk and improve safety performance.
• Culture Building: Promote a proactive safety mindset where employees value and practice safe work habits.
• Collaboration: Work closely with regional supervision and compliance teams to deliver measurable safety improvements.

Qualifications

• Passion for safety and leadership.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in construction or a related field, or a degree/certification in safety.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, delegate, and lead.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills across all organizational levels.
• Ability to foster teamwork and drive performance improvement.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on safety culture and operational success.
• Professional development and growth within a respected industry leader.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Today, we are listed among Engineering News‑Records Top 150 Specialty Contracting firms. Our success is based on our customers confidence in us; the loyalty, hard work and performance of our people; and the traditions with which Mr. Davis H. Elliot began the company in 1946. We understand that having the best team requires people being treated like family. Some of the benefits we offer our team include:

• Short‑Term Disability and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance w/ additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K w/ company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• State and Federally accredited Lineman Apprenticeship program
• Paid VacationUniforms and PPE provided

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Phone: 859‑263‑5148 x1504

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