What are the responsibilities and job description for the Telecom Safety Specialist position at Kanaan Communications, LLC?
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At Kanaan Communications, LLC, as a Lead Safety, you’ll serve as a senior safety leader, driving safety strategy, mentoring team members, and coordinating safety practices across field and office environments.
Connecting You To Great Benefits
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.
Building stronger solutions together
Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
At Kanaan Communications, LLC, as a Lead Safety, you’ll serve as a senior safety leader, driving safety strategy, mentoring team members, and coordinating safety practices across field and office environments.
Connecting You To Great Benefits
- Weekly Paychecks
- Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
- Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
- 401(k) w/ Company Match
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Education Reimbursement
- Legal Insurance
- Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!
- Oversee regional or multi-site safety programs
- Mentor and coach analysts and field safety specialists
- Lead investigations for serious incidents and near-misses
- Coordinate internal audits and regulatory inspection readiness
- Develop and deliver custom safety training materials
- Create strategic reports and brief senior leadership
- Represent company in external safety forums and with regulators
- Drive continuous improvement of safety metrics and practices
- Lead implementation of new safety tools and systems
- Foster a strong safety culture across all levels of the business
- To be 18 years of age or older
- Authorization to work in the United States for this company
- High school diploma or GED; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
- 3 years of experience in safety leadership, field safety operations, or data-driven program management
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, utility safety regulations, and field conditions
- Certifications such as CSP, CHST, or OSHA 30 preferred
- Proven ability to influence culture and lead cross-functional initiatives
- Valid driver’s license; must travel to various job sites
- Must maintain a satisfactory driving record while in the position, as consistent safe driving behavior is essential when training or setting an example for others
- Routinely: Climb stairs, complete and maintain training, use keyboard/mouse, lift 10–25 pounds, stand, walk, work alone in remote locations, operate vehicles
- Occasionally: Lift 26–55 pounds, bend/stoop, perform repetitive hand movements, use portable ladders, work at heights, work in confined spaces, work with arms above shoulder level, operate heavy machinery
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.
Building stronger solutions together
Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.