Manager, Safety Training

MYR Group

11h•$100,000 - $135,000

About The Position

The Safety Training Manager is responsible for managing the creation, delivery and completion of Company's OSHA and safety training program for specified Lineman training programs. The Safety Training Manager will manage the development and implementation of impactful safety and craft-specific training content (virtual and in-person) and manage training sessions to support company safety processes, safety leadership development, and trade-specific technical skills of employees. Travel will be necessary to conduct the duties of this job, and the Safety Training Manager must have the ability to drive and have proper licensing. The individual in this position must be capable of up to 75% travel (e.g., 3 weeks or 15 days per month). Company Overview With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group is a publicly traded holding company of 13 specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group and our subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally. Throughout our history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most notable projects including transmission/distribution/substation, commercial and industrial, storm restoration, and renewable (solar and wind farms) energy.

Requirements

Minimum 7 - 10 years of experience with related transmission and distribution construction experience is required.
Must hold a current Journeyman Lineman designation or a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience supporting transmission and distribution projects in a safety focused role.
OSHA ET&D Partnership 10 and 20 hour Instructor
OSHA 500 Outreach Instructor certification is required.
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Education, or closely related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree.
Must be capable of up to 75% travel (e.g., 3 weeks or 15 days per month), by automobile (as driver and passenger), commercial airlines, rental vehicles and public transportation and be able to lodge in public facilities. Travel will be necessary to conduct the duties of this job, and the employee must have the ability to drive and have proper licensing.
Passion for learning, training, and developing others
Excellent presentation, and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to communicate with management and all levels within the company
Demonstrated safety leadership skills and ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
Proven ability to learn complex concepts quickly and communicate those concepts in an easy-to-understand manner as well as champion change
Expertise in EPZ Bonding and Grounding
U.S. OSHA/DOT related experience
Solid knowledge of OSHA VPP and OSHA ET&D Strategic Partnerships
Advanced knowledge of electrical, utility and construction safety programs
Knowledge of and experience with Energy-based Safety
Intermediate computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (including Office, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

Experience creating and delivering training content, guides, multimedia training materials through various methods is preferred
Experience adding and managing content and learners in a learning management system (LMS) is preferred
Spanish speaking a plus

Responsibilities

Manage the training component of the Company's Safety Management System
Work with T&D Operations to ensure training needs are being met
Verify field compliance with training requirements in federal, state, provincial and local regulations along with Company Policy, Client requirements and industry best practices
Oversee EICA Crane Certification program and deliver crane operator training
Conduct train-the-trainer, cross-training, and instructor development training in the Safety Department
Assist the T&D Operations and Safety Management teams with methods to improve training on safety practices and procedures
Implement changes in training revealed in inspections, surveys and evaluations
Receive, review and participate with the development of follow up training identified in Incident and Injury Reports
Provide training and technical and professional assistance to T&D Operations to improve Safety
Provide reports on training completions and identify areas of deficiency
Work closely with the Learning Management System Administrator to manage data entry, create standard and custom reports and the creation and inclusion of Computer-based Training packages
May manage / supervise Safety Training Specialists
Schedule, deliver, and facilitate structured training programs and initiatives in support of the company’s Safety and compliance needs
Develop & deliver high quality, innovative and engaging courses
Manage training related tools, content, courses and resources (SharePoint, Articulate, Microsoft 365, Adobe, Quickbase, video, podcast, or other digital/visual/audio medium) to support the Safety training needs and identified objectives and organizational goals
Update materials as dictated by changes to regulations, standards, programs and processes
Maintain technical excellence levels for all US OSHA and manufacture’s training material along with applicable Canadian Provincial requirements
Work with the Safety Department and other training groups within the Company to help establish enterprise level consistency and organization training standards
Participate in training and self-development to continuously enhance instructional delivery and presentation skills
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Corporate Safety Training
Regular and predictable attendance
Essential functions of this position are to be performed at a Company-designated office or field location
Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
Dental – 100% employer-paid premium.
ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.