Safety Specialist II

MYR Group • Windham, NH

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About The Position

Safety Specialists work closely with field staff, clients, subcontractors, management, and external organizations throughout all phases of electric construction projects. The role focuses on promoting compliance with safety policies, procedures, and regulations while building positive professional relationships. It is location-based, covering worksites throughout the assigned project area, and involves varying amounts of travel. Essential functions are performed at a company-designated office or field location.

The position conducts field safety observations and assessments, supports project-specific safety planning and training, monitors compliance with applicable occupational safety and environmental regulations, and coaches personnel on safe practices. It also supports incident investigations, corrective actions, case management, and safety performance improvements. The role requires regular and predictable attendance and compliance with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and applicable professional standards.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) field roles.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Problem-solving and situation-analysis skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to influence behavior.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of OSHA and other industry-related safety regulations.
• Ability to work as a team player with coworkers, other departments, and external contacts, and maintain strong relationships.
• Attention to detail.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• At least one safety certification, such as 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).
• Undergraduate degree in Safety Management or a related field; relevant experience and education may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Visit project sites to observe and document safety behaviors and work conditions throughout electric construction projects.
• Coordinate with Operations teams to develop site-specific safety plans and participate in safety meetings reviewing job hazard analyses and hazard-recognition tools.
• Participate in project kick-off and progress meetings.
• Support client-specific safety programs and align client expectations with company rules and applicable safety regulations.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental protection and occupational health and safety regulations.
• Coach and mentor project site personnel on safety practices and behaviors.
• Conduct behavior-based and quality-focused field safety observations and PPE hazard assessments.
• Coordinate or facilitate required employee training with Safety, Safety Training, and Operations teams, including new-hire orientation, quarterly OSHA ETD refreshers, customer-required training, and post-incident training associated with corrective action plans.
• Participate in site-specific safety planning.
• Conduct accident and injury investigations, including root-cause analyses.
• Support Operations with incident case management and documentation.
• Follow up with Operations to ensure corrective actions are completed for accidents and incidents.
• Support company safety committees in assessing safety performance trends and implementing process and tool improvements.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other applicable professional and ethical conduct standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, Teledoc, hearing, prescription, mental health, Employee Assistance Plan, short-term disability, retiree coverage, and life insurance through LINECo, with low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums; the stated employee or employee-plus-family premium is $15 per week.
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program providing $1,200 annually for health- and wellbeing-related purchases.
• Paid time off starting at 15 days annually, plus 10 paid holidays, including a floating Cultural Celebration Day.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% company match up to 6%, immediate vesting, and potential annual profit sharing.
• Educational assistance for educational costs, internal training, and more.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability, life, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
• Voluntary plans including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, identity theft, group legal, group auto and home, and additional voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED