What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Specialist- Transmissions position at PowerGrid Services?
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Oversee and support safety programs for transmission line construction projects in Alabama, Louisiana and Georgia.
- Conduct routine jobsite safety observations, audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
- Identify hazards associated with transmission construction activities including structure erection, foundations, wire pulling, rigging, heavy equipment operations, and right-of-way work.
- Develop, conduct, and document safety training related to transmission construction activities and safe work practices.
- Conduct incident, injury, property damage, and near-miss investigations and determine root causes.
- Develop and manage corrective and preventive action plans resulting from audits, inspections, and investigations.
- Prepare and maintain Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and Project Emergency Action Plans (EAPs).
- Monitor and evaluate subcontractor safety performance to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Facilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Assist project teams with planning and risk mitigation for transmission construction activities.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, client safety requirements, and industry best practices.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, observations, incidents, training, and corrective actions.
- Promote continuous improvement by coaching, mentoring, and reinforcing safe work behaviors.
- Support emergency response activities and storm restoration efforts as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification required.
- Minimum of five (5) years of construction safety experience.
- Experience supporting transmission, utility, power delivery, heavy civil, industrial, or infrastructure construction projects.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations, incident investigation, hazard recognition, and risk management principles.
- Experience conducting field safety audits, inspections, and safety training.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced construction environment.
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
- Ability to travel extensively throughout Alabama, Louisiana and Georgia.
- Experience supporting transmission line construction projects.
- OSHA 500 and/or OSHA 501 Authorized Trainer Certification.
- CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor Certification.
- Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP).
- Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) Certification.
- Knowledge of transmission line construction methods, utility safety practices, and electrical hazard controls.
- Experience managing subcontractor safety programs.
- Experience supporting storm restoration operations.
- Strong understanding of transmission construction safety practices.
- Knowledge of energized work hazards, grounding, rigging, lifting operations, and equipment safety.
- Ability to identify hazards and implement effective risk mitigation measures.
- Strong incident investigation and root cause analysis skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and leadership abilities.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
- Effective conflict resolution and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple active projects and priorities.
- Commitment to fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
- Remote work with extensive travel throughout Alabama, Louisiana and Georgia.
- Work is primarily performed in active transmission line construction environments.
- Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, uneven terrain, remote work locations, and construction hazards.
- Ability to walk long distances on rights-of-way and construction sites.
- Ability to climb structures, navigate rugged terrain, and access remote project locations as required.
- May be required to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours during critical project activities or storm response efforts.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.