Safety Specialist I or II – Electrical Construction Position Available In Penobscot, Maine

Safety Specialist I or II

• Electrical Construction
  Bangor, Maine
  Safety
  Harlan Electric Company
  Full-Time
  Onsite
  5749
  ABOUT

THE ROLE

The Safety Specialist works closely with field staff, clients and subcontractors, all levels of management, and personnel from external organizations during all phases of electric construction projects. Safety Specialist II’s will support the creation of site-specific plans and be a mentor to other safety professionals within the company. The Specialist must be committed to ensuring adherence to safety-related policies, procedures, and regulations while developing positive professional relationships. This is a location-based position encompassing worksites throughout the assigned project area and requires varying amounts of travel.
Company Overview
Since 1940, Harlan Electric has provided electric utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, government agencies, and private developers with the resources and experience necessary to execute successful transmission, distribution, substation, and renewable energy projects. We are proud of our outstanding safety culture, built on tenacious management commitment, employee participation, training programs, and continuous improvement. We strive for greatness by keeping our mission, vision, values, and operating principles at the center of everything we do. Our specialized expertise, skilled workforce, and innovative practices enable us to be an industry leader supporting the clean energy transformation.
Essential Functions
Conduct accident/injury investigations including root cause analyses
Provide support to Operations organization for incident case management and documentation steps
Follow-up with Operations organization to ensure completion of corrective actions for all accidents and incidents
Complete final review incident case management and documentation
Support company safety committees with assessment of safety performance trends, implementing process, and tool improvements
Perform ongoing site visits to observe and document safety behaviors and work conditions to ensure a safety focus throughout all phases of electric construction projects
Partner with Operations leadership to create site-specific safety plans; actively participate in safety meetings to review job hazard analysis and hazard recognition tools
Participate in project kick off and progress meetings
Coordinate safety department meetings and action planning to provide technical expertise regarding safety and training topics
Support client-specific safety requirements programs and ensure alignment and compliance between client expectations, company rules, and applicable safety regulations
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to environmental protection or occupational health and safety
Coach and mentor project site personnel regarding safety practices and behaviors on an ongoing basis
Conduct proactive behavior-based and quality-focused field safety observations and PPE hazard assessments
Coordinate with Safety, Safety Training & Operations teams to schedule or facilitate required employee trainings
New hire orientation

OSHA ETD

Quarterly refresher training
Customer required training
Post-incident training as part of a Corrective Action Plan
Participate in site-specific safety planning
Provide mentoring and coaching to lower level Safety personnel
Participate in safety department meetings and action planning to provide technical expertise regarding safety and training topics
Regular and predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned
Essential functions of this position are to be performance at a Company-designated office or field location
Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications (Level I)
Minimum 2 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) field roles is required
High school diploma or GED equivalent is required
Minimum of one (1) safety certification is preferred, examples include: Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO) Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) Safety Management Specialist (SMS), Specialist in Safety and Health (SSH), or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Undergraduate degree in Safety Management or related field preferred; combination of relevant experience and education considered in lieu of degree
Qualifications (Level II)
Minimum 5 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) field roles

• required
  High school diploma or GED equivalent
• required
  Minimum of one (1) safety certification is preferred, examples include: Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO) Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) Safety Management Specialist (SMS), Specialist in Safety and Health (SSH), or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
  Undergraduate degree in in Occupational Safety & Health Management, Ergonomics, Industrial Hygiene or related technical field preferred; combination of relevant experience and education considered in lieu of degree
  Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  Documented experience with OSHA recordkeeping, reporting and Method of Procedure (MOP) writing
  Thorough understanding of construction project management practices and procedures
  Advanced knowledge of local, federal and state regulations pertaining to environmental protection or occupational health and safety
  Excellent problem-solving and situation analysis skills
  Advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite programs, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  Effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence behavior
  Strong knowledge and understanding of OSHA and other industry-related safety regulations
  Must be a team player with proven ability to work with co-workers, different departments and outside contacts and maintain strong relationships
  Attentiveness to details
  Organizational skills
  Ability to work independently
  Ability to travel for job site visits for extended periods of time

WHAT WE OFFER

Compensation & Benefits
Salary Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Comprehensive benefits package

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, Hearing, Prescriptions, Mental Health, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Short Term Disability, Retiree Coverage, and Life Insurance under LINECo
• (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums)
• Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
  ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.

Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!). ​​​​​​​
Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employee and dependents.
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing.

Accessibility:

If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.