Utility Construction Safety Specialist

Jobtailor; Gardiner (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Safety Professional to assist in developing and enforcing safety initiatives across utility construction and maintenance projects. The role requires strong risk assessment, training, and compliance capabilities, with extensive travel and field work.

Ideal candidates will have relevant degrees, 4–6 years in corporate safety, and certifications such as CUSP, CSP, or CIH. A valid license and DOT card are preferred, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and field equipment

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in safety engineering or related field highly preferred
• 4–6 years’ experience in a corporate safety environment and/or leadership position
• First Aid/CPR/AED skills and ability to conduct training
• CUSP, CSP, or CIH certification preferred
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred
• Knowledge of safety and health standards, codes, policies, and guidelines for utility construction and maintenance
• Ability to read and interpret regulations, industry standards, and contractual requirements
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite products required
• Ability to obtain and maintain required licenses, certifications, and documents
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication, public speaking, analytical, and strategic-thinking abilities
• Ability to operate or drive trade-related equipment and vehicles preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Examiner’s Card
• Ability to operate a computer terminal for approximately 2–4 non-consecutive hours per day
• Ability to work sustained periods with concentrated attention to detail
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including standing, walking, and working on uneven ground for the full workday
• Ability to see and distinguish colors and hear clearly
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work overtime and emergency duty, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Assist and support the development, training, and enforcement of occupational safety and health initiatives for utility construction and maintenance services
• Maintain knowledge of utility construction safety and maintenance standards, codes, policies, and guidelines
• Work with the Safety & Workforce Development Manager to monitor, analyze, and interpret changing standards and requirements
• Communicate and collaborate with internal and external teams to provide safety guidance and support
• Provide risk assessment and analysis support
• Assist with developing, implementing, and ensuring compliance with safety policies, practices, and training
• Support field safety audits, incident and accident investigations, inspections, and routine crew visits
• Perform safety training and coach or mentor employees
• Monitor completion of safety training requirements
• Maintain safety reporting systems, files, and records and provide reports as requested
• Coordinate safety and training concerns across business units to promote safety awareness and productivity
• Travel extensively, including overnight travel
• Work flexible schedules, overtime, and emergency duty as requested
• Perform other assigned duties

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Public speaking

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Risk assessment

Safety training

Education

Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in safety engineering or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Trade equipment operation

DOT Medical Examiner’s Card

Job description

• Assist and support the development, training, and enforcement of occupational safety and health initiatives for utility construction and maintenance services


• Maintain knowledge of utility construction safety and maintenance standards, codes, policies, and guidelines


• Work with the Safety & Workforce Development Manager to monitor, analyze, and interpret changing standards and requirements


• Communicate and collaborate with internal and external teams to provide safety guidance and support


• Provide risk assessment and analysis support


• Assist with developing, implementing, and ensuring compliance with safety policies, practices, and training


• Support field safety audits, incident and accident investigations, inspections, and routine crew visits


• Perform safety training and coach or mentor employees


• Monitor completion of safety training requirements


• Maintain safety reporting systems, files, and records and provide reports as requested


• Coordinate safety and training concerns across business units to promote safety awareness and productivity


• Travel extensively, including overnight travel


• Work flexible schedules, overtime, and emergency duty as requested


• Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required


• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in safety engineering or related field highly preferred


• 4–6 years’ experience in a corporate safety environment and/or leadership position


• First Aid/CPR/AED skills and ability to conduct training


• CUSP, CSP, or CIH certification preferred


• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred


• Knowledge of safety and health standards, codes, policies, and guidelines for utility construction and maintenance


• Ability to read and interpret regulations, industry standards, and contractual requirements


• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite products required


• Ability to obtain and/or maintain required licenses, certifications, and documents


• Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication, public speaking, analytical, and strategic-thinking abilities


• Ability to operate or drive trade-related equipment and vehicles preferred


• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Examiner’s Card


• Ability to operate a computer terminal for approximately 2–4 non-consecutive hours per day


• Ability to work sustained periods with concentrated attention to detail


• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including standing, walking, and working on uneven ground for the full workday


• Ability to see and distinguish colors and hear clearly


• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds


• Ability to work overtime and emergency duty, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as requested

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in occupational safety and health initiatives, with a strong focus on utility construction and maintenance standards. Proficient in risk assessment, safety training, and compliance with safety policies and regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Occupational Safety And Health Initiatives


• Risk Assessment And Analysis


• CUSP, CSP, Or CIH Certification


• Safety Training And Coaching


• Knowledge Of Utility Construction Safety Standards

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Risk Assessment


• Safety Policy Development


• Safety Training


• Safety Audits


• Incident Investigation


• Regulation Interpretation


• Microsoft Suite Proficiency


• Ability To Operate Trade-Related Equipment


• Ability To Lift Up To 50 Pounds


• DOT Medical Examiner’s Card

Soft Skills

• Leadership


• Interpersonal Communication


• Public Speaking


• Analytical Thinking


• Strategic Thinking

Certifications & Qualifications

• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification


• CUSP Certification


• CSP Certification


• CIH Certification

Industry Keywords

• Utility Construction


• Safety Standards


• Health Codes


• Compliance


• Safety Guidelines