Training & Safety Specialist

Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day- to-day work routine for self and others. Supports the Technical Training and Safety Programs for the Company. Facilitates OSHA compliance program management, Operator Qualification (OQ) programs, Apprenticeship programs and Safety related policies and procedures, Accident and Injury database management and reporting. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Highway Administration compliance, contractor safety plan management, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) programs. Consults with field operations to support understanding and compliance with the Training Program and Operator Qualification (OQ) Requirements. Audits company and contractor OQ records to ensure compliance. Responsible to assist in the facilitation of training plans and apprenticeship programs. Responsible for identifying and communicating job safety hazards to reduce operational risks for the protection of our employees, environment, and community.

• A fundamental understanding of instructional design and delivery concepts, standards, and methods; or utility industry safety standards at a level normally acquired through the completion of a two-year degree in education, industrial safety, or a related field; and
• Two years of experience in cathodic protection, natural gas, propane, electric, safety, technical training, education, human relations, customer service, or a related field.

• Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage or unauthorized access.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered.
• Required to maintain a valid driver's license.
• Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
• Requires occasional overnight travel.

• Public speaking.

• Manages multiple Operator Qualification platforms such as NCCER, ISN, Veriforce and Energy Worldnet.
• Is responsible for directly training and qualifying employees under the different OQ platforms.
• Facilitates apprenticeship programs for new employees.
• Provides support for established health and safety programs such as respiratory protection, hearing conservation, UTV training & Driver training ensuring OSHA compliance.
• Maintains accident, injury, and near-miss reporting program, and generates reports, including annual OSHA reports.
• Provides Support to Safety Department as needed.
• Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Offers typically made between $63,860 - $79,830