Safety Specialist I or II

MYR Group•Atlanta, GA

48d•$75,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Safety Specialists work closely with field staff, clients and subcontractors, all levels of management, and personnel from external organizations during all phases of electric construction projects. Safety Specialists must be committed to ensuring adherence to safety-related policies, procedures, and regulations while developing positive professional relationships. This is a location-based position encompassing worksites throughout the assigned project area and requires varying amounts of travel. Established in 1977, Great Southwestern Construction, Inc. (Great Southwestern) - a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. - has successfully completed hundreds of transmission, distribution, substation, live line, and clean energy projects nationwide. We are well positioned as a contractor of choice for providing transmission, distribution, and substation construction, telecommunication systems, maintenance, and emergency restoration services. Weâ¯utilizeâ¯ourâ¯well-established, long-standing reputation to create enduring relationships. We have built this reputation by meeting the needs of our clients and team members in a safe and innovative work atmosphere. Our leadership team is second to none in providingâ¯supportâ¯andâ¯opportunitiesâ¯for growth, with over half of our senior management team having been promoted within the company. We believe in creating a balanced work-life environment built on our culture and values of safety, integrity, respect, and initiative. With industry leading benefits and compensation, weâ¯showcaseâ¯the true value of our craft workers and truly put our People First. Are you ready to grow?

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) field roles is required
High school diploma or GED equivalent is required
Minimum of one (1) safety certification is preferred, examples include: Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO) Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) Safety Management Specialist (SMS), Specialist in Safety and Health (SSH), or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Problem-solving and situation analysis skills
Proficiency with MS Office Suite programs, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence behavior
Strong knowledge and understanding of OSHA and other industry-related safety regulations
Must be a team player able to work with co-workers, different departments and outside contacts and maintain strong relationships
Attentiveness to details
Organizational skills
Ability to work independently
Basic understanding of electric construction project management practices and procedures
Ability to travel for job site visits for extended periods of time

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree in Safety Management or related field preferred; combination of relevant experience and education considered in lieu of degree

Responsibilities

Perform ongoing site visits to observe and document safety behaviors and work conditions to ensure a safety focus throughout all phases of electric construction projects. You will cover Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas. Overnight travel weekly is required.
Coordinate with Operations teams to create site-specific safety plans; actively participate in safety meetings to review job hazard analysis and hazard recognition tools
Participate in project kick off and progress meetings
Supporting client-specific safety requirements programs and ensure alignment and compliance between client expectations, company rules, and applicable safety regulations
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to environmental protection or occupational health and safety
Coach and mentor project site personnel regarding safety practices and behaviors on an ongoing basis
Conduct proactive behavior-based and quality-focused field safety observations and PPE hazard assessments
Partner with Safety, Safety Training & Operations teams to schedule or facilitate required employee trainings: New hire orientation, OSHA ETD Quarterly refresher training, Customer required training, Post-incident training as part of a Corrective Action Plan, and Participate in site-specific safety planning.
Conduct accident/injury investigations including root cause analyses
Provide support to Operations organization for incident case management and documentation steps
Follow-up with Operations organization to ensure completion of corrective actions for all accidents and incidents
Support company safety committees by assisting in assessment of safety performance trends, implementing process, and tool improvements
Regular and predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned
Essential functions of this position are to be performance 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

Salary commensurate with experience and location, paid weekly via direct deposit.
Salary $75,000 - $95,000 / year
Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Two days per week remote work option for non-field roles depending on position and performance.
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.