Job Position: Electrical Trainer/Safety

Purpose: Under the direction of the Safety Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of safety performance, reporting, and adherence on the job site. You will utilize an in-depth understanding of both OSHA and NFPA70-E-B safety practices, training, requirements, and Knobelsdorff processes and procedures to assist General Superintendents, Construction Managers, and the Project Team complete projects safely. This is a mid-level hourly safety position designed for those in backgrounds of safety, training, human resources, administration, and field personnel to develop into a more strategic safety role. This position will require overnight travel to multiple states outside of Minnesota on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside and advise/mentor the project team on Knobelsdorff's safety policies, training requirements, and procedures. 
• Provide education, and training to the project team, as needed. 
• Provide customer specific safety training on topics related to LOTO, Proper PPE Usage, Arc Flash, OSHA and NFPA 70E and NFPA 70B
• Oversee and audit project-level safety documentation, adhering to Knobelsdorff standards.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and OSHA Regulations.
• Ability to conduct safety audits, and incident investigations.
• Supervise employee adherence to all safety rules and regulations, and take appropriate action for violations.
• Create, prepare and coordinate: mandated safety statistics reports required for compliance. 
• Knowledge of Risk Assessment procedures, and mitigation strategy implementation.
• Assist field personnel on-site with mitigation strategies for EHS/OHS challenges. 
• Attend “Tailgate” meetings prior to work to discuss job site hazards, JHA completion, daily objections, and best practices, and coach/mentor the team.
• Assist with pre-construction preparation and coordination from a Safety perspective.
• Exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel and work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Develop and build a working relationship with all project team members (field). 

Qualifications

• The requirements listed in job descriptions are guidelines, not fixed rules. You do not have to satisfy every requirement or meet every qualification listed. If you feel you are an excellent candidate, we encourage you to apply!
• Must be available to travel within the US, including overnight stays for up to a week at a time. 
• Advanced working knowledge and instructor experience with NFPA 70E and NFPA 70B
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• First Aid/CPR/AED/Fall Protection Competent Person Certified or willingness to obtain upon hire 
• OSHA 30 Certified or wiliness to obtain upon hire
• Prefer five years of experience as a Safety Coordinator or similar role.
• Prefer experience in the electrical industry as a working electrician
• Willingness to achieve BCSP STS in occupational health and safety within six months of hire
• Experience with basic Project and Construction field administration.
• Knowledge of electrical, and/or photovoltaic (solar) construction.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that represents a history of safe & competent driving.
• Competency in Microsoft applications (i.e., Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Ability to satisfactory pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Prefer bilingual language skills, Spanish preferred but not required.
• An Associate degree in Safety Management or Construction Management is a preferred but not required.
• Must have the ability to travel overnight on short notice if needed!

• Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, and sit for long periods of time.
• Must be capable of working in inclement conditions including extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 80 lbs.
• Must be willing “to lend a hand and get dirty” if needed.

• Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at 651-923-4970 or via email at HR@KEway.com.

Why Work for Knobelsdorff

In the early 1980s, in a small garage on a plot of family-owned land, Knobelsdorff Enterprises began. At the beginning KE was a small operation, serving local agricultural and industrial facilities. Three decades of hard work, and a commitment to excellence has grown KE into four divisions. Teamwork, and dedication to our core values has expanded our operations nationwide and have grown to surpass 350 employees. We continue to grow, and drive success with the same steadfast dedication, and core values since the start. Join us today!

• We offer our employees a career with plenty of room to grow. We offer customizable training programs, and educational stipends so employees can continue to develop.
• Great benefits with a wide selection of options to choose from. Our benefit package includes a competitive compensation and benefits package, including paid health, dental, life, long-term disability, vacation, and a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match
• We offer an unparalleled culture that allows employees a work/home balance that fits their lifestyle choices. We have paid vacation based on years of service, as well as unpaid vacation to meet your own work/life balance choices.
• We have full time work booked years in advance to offer you sustainable employment.
• For more about our culture visit our careers page at https://www.knobelsdorffenterprises.com/careers

EEO

• Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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• Pay Transparency Policy Statement English
• Knobelsdorff is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

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