Health & Safety Specialist II

GRAND RIVER DAM AUTHORITY•Chouteau, OK

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is seeking a motivated Health & Safety Specialist II to develop, implement, and maintain health and safety programs. This role is crucial for ensuring a safe and compliant work environment by collaborating with departments to identify risks, conduct safety training, and foster a strong safety culture. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of health and safety regulations, exceptional communication abilities, and a proactive approach to managing risks.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety, industrial hygiene, or a related field.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in occupational health & safety, industrial hygiene, or a related field.
Knowledge of substation, relay, metering, vegetation management operations and maintenance practices.
Knowledge or ability to learn about the types of equipment used in transmission & distribution.
Ability to lead and communicate at all levels.
Understanding of electrical hazards, including energized work, minimum approach distances (MAD), grounding practices, and induced voltage.
Strong communication, written, and presentation skills.
Knowledge of safety and health hazards.
Knowledge of chemicals and particulates present in the workplace.
Knowledge of OSHA standards and National Electric Safety Code.
Knowledge of PPE requirements for all trades within transmission & distribution.
Ability to analyze and solve problems.
Ability to identify and anticipate occupation health and safety risks.
Ability to collect and analyze samples to identify levels of pollution at a workplace.
Valid Oklahoma driver’s license, or the ability to convert within 30 days for those with an out-of-state driver’s license who are Oklahoma residents.
OSHA 30 certification.

Nice To Haves

CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist) desired but not required with applicable experience developing noise and air surveys.

Responsibilities

Conduct visual inspections of GRDA equipment and properties.
Support the inspection of contractors for GRDA safety rules and practices.
Generate safety observation communications to facilitate problem resolution.
Identify and correct safety hazards to mitigate risk.
Complete accident and property damage investigations and document preventive measures.
Act as a liaison for safety standards, review tail-board meeting reports, and discuss non-standard topics with crews.
Attend safety committee, steering committee, safety training, and operations coordination meetings.
Develop and present safety presentations, safe work plans, discussion topics, and resolutions.
Review OSHA and PEOSH standards, industry journals, and other documents to ensure compliance.
Manage and/or review key findings from safety observations, job hazard analyses, and tail-board discussions, along with their resolutions.
Provide guidance on personal protection equipment, declining balance cards, and potentially unsafe work environments.
Make recommendations to other safety team members, including the Safety Director, on handling situations.
Plan and execute complicated written safety plans to reduce risk for contractors and team members.
Develop written communication to key leadership regarding Contractor Management.
Serve as GRDA’s representative on the APPA Safety Committee when necessary.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.