Traveling Safety Specialist II (Electrical T&D Construction)

MYR Group • Salt Lake City, UT

27d • Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Specialist II works closely with field staff, clients, subcontractors, management, and external organizations throughout electric construction projects. The role supports the development of site-specific safety plans and mentors other safety professionals. It requires a commitment to safety policies, procedures, and regulations, as well as building positive professional relationships. This is a location-based position covering worksites throughout an assigned project area and requires varying amounts of travel, including extended periods for job-site visits. Essential functions are performed at a company-designated office or field location.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) field roles.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Documented experience with OSHA recordkeeping, reporting, and Method of Procedure (MOP) writing.
• Thorough understanding of construction project management practices and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of local, federal, and state environmental protection and occupational health and safety regulations.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of OSHA and other industry-related safety regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving and situation-analysis skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to influence behavior.
• Ability to work collaboratively with coworkers, departments, and outside contacts and maintain strong relationships.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to travel for job-site visits for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• One or more safety certifications preferred, 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 Occupational Safety & Health Management, Ergonomics, Industrial Hygiene, or a related technical field; relevant experience and education may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Conduct accident and injury investigations, including root cause analyses.
• Support Operations with incident case management and documentation, including final reviews.
• Follow up with Operations to ensure corrective actions are completed for accidents and incidents.
• Support company safety committees by assessing safety performance trends and implementing process and tool improvements.
• Conduct ongoing site visits to observe and document safety behaviors and work conditions throughout electric construction projects.
• Partner with Operations leadership to create site-specific safety plans and participate in safety meetings covering job hazard analysis and hazard recognition tools.
• Participate in project kick-off and progress meetings.
• Coordinate safety department meetings and action planning, providing technical expertise on safety and training topics.
• Support client-specific safety requirements and ensure alignment among client expectations, company rules, and applicable 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 proactive, behavior-based and quality-focused field safety observations and PPE hazard assessments.
• Coordinate with Safety, Safety Training, and Operations teams to schedule or facilitate required training, including new-hire orientation, OSHA ETD quarterly refresher training, customer-required training, and post-incident corrective-action training.
• Participate in site-specific safety planning and provide mentoring and coaching to lower-level Safety personnel.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance; perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and 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; the posting notes a $15 weekly premium for employee or employee-plus-family coverage.
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program: $1,200 annually for health- and wellbeing-related purchases.
• Annual paid time off starting at 15 days, plus 10 paid holidays, including a floating Cultural Celebration Day.
• 401(k) plan with 100% 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 insurance, 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