Senior Safety Specialist

CenterPoint Energy • Houston, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Their vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of their long-term growth strategy, with an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of their diverse workforce. At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward company objectives, striving for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities they serve. The Public Safety Specialist III is responsible for the delivery of electric safety messages and demonstrations to those who work around electric utility systems and facilities. This position will also have responsibilities for incident response, outreach events for the public, and maintenance of the CEHE Public Safety program elements.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Psychology, Engineering, Business, or related technical field.
• In lieu of a degree, two (2) years of related experience may be substituted for one (1) year of education. This is in addition to the minimum experience requirements listed below.
• Requires at least five (5) years of relevant work experience which may include safety, human and organizational performance, incident investigation/management or continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and/or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a point-of-contact for external inquiries about electric utility public safety.
• Deliver electric safety presentations and demonstrations to at-risk work groups, such as contractors, crane operators, first responders, and public works.
• Participate in and deliver electric safety messages at public outreach events.
• Drive the company vehicle and demonstration trailer to work sites or agreed up locations.
• Operate the electric safety demonstration trailer and use live-line tools and appropriate PPE to conduct arcing demonstrations.
• Develop and update electric safety presentations.
• Provides field consultations to workers and the public.
• Conduct periodic reviews of CEHE facilities/equipment.
• Participates in on-site review of incidents involving the public, reviews circumstances and reports findings.
• Provide information and training on the CEHE Public Safety Program to internal work groups.
• CEHE Public Safety Program administration.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees