Solar Safety Specialist

Pearce Services; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading independent service provider for critical telecommunication and renewable energy infrastructure. This remote position with up to 75% travel offers the chance to advance safety objectives in Solar and EV operations. As a Safety Specialist, you'll ensure electrical safety standards, manage EHS programs, and drive a culture of safety across the organization. With a focus on reducing incidents and promoting best practices, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe working environment. This innovative firm offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, fostering a culture of growth and inclusivity.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Company Vehicle

Laptop or Tablet

Safety Equipment

Qualifications

• 3+ years in safety coordination, focusing on electrical and driver safety.
• Strong understanding of OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Exceptional communication skills for team influence.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to achieve safety metrics and reduce incidents.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct field audits to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical Safety

Driver Safety

EHS Coordination

Incident Investigation

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Safety Management or related field

Tools

EHS Management Systems

Job description

Join the nation’s leading independent service provider for critical telecommunication and renewable energy infrastructure. With over 2,000 team members nationwide, Pearce delivers comprehensive engineering, maintenance, repair, and repowering solutions, ensuring the seamless operation of our nation’s wireless and wireline telecom, commercial and utility-scale solar and wind projects, EV charging stations, as well as large-scale power generation and energy storage assets.

This position is Remote with up to 75% travel.

Your Impact:

As a Safety Specialist, you will play a key role in advancing our safety objectives across Solar, ESS, Battery, and EV operations. Your focus will be on ensuring electrical safety standards and reducing vehicle-related incidents. This position will support operational teams, manage environmental, health and safety (EHS) programs, and lead initiatives to maintain a safe working environment. Your expertise in electrical safety and driver safety will be critical in driving our safety culture.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with EHS and operational teams to establish and achieve safety metrics, with a strong emphasis on reducing electrical incidents and vehicle-related safety issues.
2. Promote and drive safety culture initiatives, focusing on zero harm in both electrical work and driving practices.
3. Coach and support operational leadership, managers, and technicians on electrical safety standards and safe driving practices.
4. Oversee and report on key performance metrics related to electrical and driver safety, utilizing management systems for clear communication and progress tracking.
5. Lead incident investigations into electrical accidents and driver safety issues, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
6. Track, report, and manage injuries and illnesses, specifically focusing on electrical and driving incidents to ensure accurate classification and timely resolution.
7. Conduct field audits to ensure compliance with electrical safety regulations and driver safety policies.
8. Identify critical gaps in electrical safety and vehicle safety processes, and develop and execute corrective action plans to address them.
9. Develop specialized training materials focusing on electrical safety risks and safe driving practices, tailored to the unique needs of the Solar, ESS, Battery, and EV industries.
10. Ensure alignment with external customer standards in electrical and driver safety, fostering strong partnerships and compliance.
11. Manage the driver safety program to minimize vehicle-related incidents and reinforce best practices for vehicle safety.
12. Update and develop EHS procedures and policies, focusing on continuous improvement of electrical and driver safety protocols.
13. Facilitate effective EHS communication, including conducting safety meetings and creating content around electrical and driver safety practices.
14. Deliver specialized training on key EHS topics, focusing on electrical and driver safety to ensure comprehensive knowledge across the workforce.

Core Requirements:

• At least three years of experience in safety coordination, particularly in electrical safety and driver safety, within the Solar, ESS, Battery, EV, or related industries.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety practices and specialized driver safety knowledge.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead and influence teams across all levels.
• Proven ability to drive EHS objectives, with a focus on electrical safety and reducing vehicle-related incidents.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state regulations, including OSHA and EPA standards, with familiarity with Cal/OSHA being a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a remote setting.

Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance), PTO, Paid Holidays, and a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance. Also provided are a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet (as required for your role) and all necessary tools and safety equipment.

At PEARCE, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment that empowers employees to excel and make a meaningful impact, providing a dynamic space for field technicians, service specialists, and corporate professionals to flourish and propel their careers forward within our nationwide presence and expansive service offerings.

Learn more about our corporate and telecom division at www.Pearce-Services.com and our renewables division at www.Pearce-Renewables.com.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Leader

Leader

: Inspires teammates to follow them

Team Player

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

Goal Completion

Goal Completion

: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Flexibility

Flexibility

: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Ability to Make an Impact

Ability to Make an Impact

: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer
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