What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Specialist position at Summit Underground Services?
About Us
Welcome to United Utility Services, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility Services, we craft power delivery solutions – built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand – fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions.
About The Role
As a Safety Representative at United Utility, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our team members and the communities we serve. Your expertise in live line transmission work or bare hand work will directly impact our business by upholding the highest safety standards, fostering a culture of safety awareness, and helping us maintain our industry-leading position. Join us and be a part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in the construction industry. This position will be responsible for the Amarillo, TX and New Mexico area.
Key Responsibilities
email: HRSC@unitedutility.com
Equal Opportunity Employer is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
Welcome to United Utility Services, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility Services, we craft power delivery solutions – built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand – fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions.
About The Role
As a Safety Representative at United Utility, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our team members and the communities we serve. Your expertise in live line transmission work or bare hand work will directly impact our business by upholding the highest safety standards, fostering a culture of safety awareness, and helping us maintain our industry-leading position. Join us and be a part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in the construction industry. This position will be responsible for the Amarillo, TX and New Mexico area.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and oversee safety programs and policies on construction sites.
- Conduct regular safety inspections, identify hazards, and recommend corrective actions.
- Conduct live line training.
- Provide safety training to employees and contractors.
- Investigate accidents and incidents, analyzing root causes and recommending preventative measures.
- Stay updated on industry regulations and ensure compliance.
- Collaborate with project teams to integrate safety into all aspects of construction.
- A minimum of 4 years' experience in the live line transmission, barehand, and distribution industry and 2 years in safety.
- Strong knowledge of safety regulations and best practices.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Bilingual (Spanish preferred)
- Proficiency in using Microsoft office.
- A commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment.
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP)
- Certified Occupational safety Specialist (COSS)
- Excel experience
email: HRSC@unitedutility.com
Equal Opportunity Employer is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.