Safety Professional

Wright Tree Service•Saint Paul, MN

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting a strong safety culture within the division. The Safety Professional will conduct inspections, investigate incidents, provide training, and support management on safety matters. The position requires a strong understanding of safety policies, hazard identification, and effective communication skills to influence employee behavior and maintain a safe working environment. The role involves travel across the division and requires flexibility to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, especially during storm response or emergency situations.

Requirements

Minimum of 5+ years of related experience in utility vegetation management, tree trimming, line clearance, safety, or a closely related field.
Valid driver's license and medical card required.
Current First Aid and CPR certifications required.
Ability to obtain and maintain ISA Certified Arborist certification.
Experience working on tree trimming or line clearance crews and/or successful completion of applicable performance reviews.
Knowledge of tree identification, growth habits, and arboricultural techniques for trimming, pruning, maintaining, repairing, and removing trees near energized conductors.
Knowledge of ANSI Z133 Safety Requirements for Arboricultural Operations and ANSI A300 Tree Care Standards.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safe work practices applicable to utility vegetation management.
Basic knowledge of electrical circuits and skill in reading and interpreting circuit maps.
Skill in training, coaching, mentoring, and influencing employees to promote safe work practices.
Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with employees, customers, and the public.
Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
Professional demeanor and commitment to representing Wright Tree Service positively.
Proficiency in operating, inspecting, and performing basic service on required tools and equipment.
Flexibility to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, storm response, and emergency call-out situations.
Live within an hour of St. Paul, MN.

Nice To Haves

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

Ensures compliance with Wright Tree Service, OSHA, DOT, and other applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
Conducts safety inspections of work sites and facilities; identifies hazards and verifies corrective actions.
Maintains safety records and documentation in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
Reviews and investigates incidents, accidents, near misses, and damage claims; recommends corrective actions.
Provides safety support through job briefings, work-site observations, hazard identification, and compliance monitoring.
Conducts safety meetings, stand-downs, tailgates, and other training activities to reinforce safe work practices.
Provides on-the-job training, coaching, and feedback to improve employee safety performance and compliance.
Reinforces safe work behaviors, corrects unsafe acts, and exercises stop-work authority when necessary.
Partners with Division Management and Human Resources on safety concerns and disciplinary actions as needed.
Maintains current knowledge of equipment specifications, industry practices, operating procedures, and safety requirements.
Coordinates emergency response activities to mitigate hazards, protect life and property, and support service restoration efforts.
Enforces on-the-job safety standards and promotes a strong safety culture.
Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s culture of safety and employee ownership.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.
Performs other related duties as required or assigned.