Senior Utility Construction Safety Specialist

at On Target Utility Services in; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Competitive pay & benefits

Job summary

On Target is seeking a Utility Construction Safety Specialist to support development, training, and enforcement of safety initiatives across utility construction and maintenance projects in the Northeast. The role emphasizes risk assessment, policy implementation, audits, investigations, and training, with travel and flexible hours required.

Qualifications include 4–6 years in safety leadership, BS/MS in safety engineering (preferred), and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in safety engineering or related field preferred.
• 4–6 years' experience in corporate safety environment or leadership role.
• First Aid/CPR/AED training.
• CUSP/CSP/CIH certification preferred.
• Valid Driver's License; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of safety standards/codes/policies applicable to utility construction and maintenance.
• Collaborate with Safety & Workforce Development Manager to monitor and interpret standards.
• Provide risk assessment and analysis support; assist with safety policy/training development and enforcement.
• Assist with compliance activities: field safety audits, investigations, inspections, visits.
• Conduct safety trainings and mentor employees to promote safety initiatives.
• Monitor training completion and maintain safety reporting systems.
• Coordinate information on safety/training concerns across units to ensure consistency.
• Travel extensively; work flexible hours including nights, weekends, holidays.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Public speaking

Analytical thinking

Safety awareness

Education

BS in safety engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

On Target is seeking a Utility Construction Safety Specialist to support development, training, and enforcement of safety initiatives across utility construction and maintenance projects in the Northeast. The role emphasizes risk assessment, policy implementation, audits, investigations, and training, with travel and flexible hours required.

Qualifications include 4–6 years in safety leadership, BS/MS in safety engineering (preferred), and relevant certifications.