Safety Specialist-Electric Operations

Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)•Orlando, FL

7d•$83,990 - $125,986•Onsite

About The Position

OUC is seeking a field-engaged safety professional to support operational, maintenance, construction, engineering, and contractor activities across utility operations. The role conducts safety assessments and supports risk reduction initiatives, safety programs and procedures, incident investigations, and coaching. It partners with operations, engineering, employees, contractors, and leadership to promote hazard recognition, regulatory compliance, human performance, and continuous improvement. The position conducts field safety observations, inspections, audits, and hazard assessments, with an emphasis on power and water production, transmission, and distribution. It reviews work planning and higher-risk activities, supports investigations and Job Hazard Analyses, delivers safety training and coaching, oversees contractor safety activities, maintains safety documentation, supports regulatory readiness, and monitors safety performance trends. The role routinely works in both office and field environments and requires regular travel to OUC power production facilities and active jobsites by personal or OUC vehicle. It may involve exposure to weather extremes, noise, industrial plant conditions, contractor work, heat, chemicals, pressure systems, and other generation and industrial-maintenance conditions. The position is expected to be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week during routine and emergency conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of experience in occupational safety, environmental health and safety, industrial hygiene, safety systems, program development, or a closely related professional role.
Two years of experience working in or supporting utility, industrial, construction, energy, or other operational field environments.
Experience applying OSHA regulations and industry safety practices relevant to utility or construction operations.
Experience conducting formal root cause analysis or post-incident investigations.
Experience providing training and speaking in front of large groups.
OSHA 500 Certification at hire or to be obtained within six months of hire.
Valid State of Florida Driver’s License.
Knowledge of occupational safety and health principles and practices, particularly in power and water generation, transmission, and distribution.
Practical knowledge of hazardous energy control, permit-required confined space, hot work, arc flash, pressure systems, steam and thermal hazards, hazardous chemicals, respiratory protection, fall protection, cranes and hoists, and contractor safety practices.
Working knowledge of utility operations, construction activities, field hazards, and operational risk controls, particularly in electric and/or water utility environments.
Ability to identify hazards, assess operational risk, and recommend practical corrective actions aligned with regulations and operational needs.
Ability to support safety programs and conduct field observations, inspections, audits, hazard assessments, investigations, training, and coaching.
Ability to build effective working relationships and positively influence operational personnel, contractors, and leadership.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing operational needs, and work independently with limited supervision.
Ability to interpret technical information, regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, drawings, and operational documentation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of reports, procedures, safety communications, presentations, and recommendations.
Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and ability to use electronic systems for inspections, investigations, corrective-action tracking, training records, and safety documentation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience delivering technical safety training, field mentoring, or apprenticeship-related coaching.
Experience participating in regulatory audits, serious-event reviews, or contractor safety oversight.
Safety certification such as ASP, CSP, CUSP, CHST, OHST, or similar.
OSHA 501, train-the-trainer credentials, or equivalent experience providing safety-related training.

Responsibilities

Conduct field safety observations, inspections, audits, and hazard assessments across utility operations, maintenance, contractor work, construction projects, and field environments.
Partner with supervisors, employees, contractors, planners, and leadership to identify hazards, evaluate risk, and implement corrective actions.
Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safety programs, procedures, standards, safe work practices, and operational guidance.
Review work plans, job briefings, outage activities, and higher-risk work to improve hazard recognition, controls, human performance, and decision-making.
Participate in incident, injury, vehicle, property damage, and near-miss investigations; identify contributing factors and root causes; and help develop corrective and preventive actions.
Contribute to Job Hazard Analyses, risk assessments, operational readiness reviews, and evaluations of new or modified work activities, equipment, processes, and facilities.
Conduct safety training, coaching, and employee engagement activities; collaborate with safety and technical training colleagues to develop or update training.
Support contractor safety oversight through field evaluations, observations, coordination, and verification of compliance.
Support regulatory compliance, internal assessments, corrective-action tracking, and preparation for inspections, audits, and organizational reviews.
Maintain records, reports, inspection documentation, investigation findings, corrective actions, and other safety program documentation.
Monitor safety performance trends and support operational learning, risk reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate across departments and business units on safety initiatives, emergency response activities, and enterprise safety objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.
Hybrid Retirement Program with a fully funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching, and a health reimbursement account.
Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
Paid parental leave.
Educational Assistance Program, including tuition reimbursement.
Paid memberships in professional associations.
Paid conference and training opportunities.
Wellness incentives.
Free access to on-site OUC fitness facilities.
Access to family-oriented recreational areas.