Safety Specialist - MasTec Inc

Energy Erectors, Inc. (EEI) tackles terrain, technology, and timelines to construct transmission line projects up to 500 kV and has over 30 years of experience building substations and switchyards. With integrated in-house construction, engineering, procurement, and commissioning capabilities, Energy Erectors has the experience and resources to deliver world-class solutions to complex power transmission and distribution projects. Areas of expertise include GIS and VAR compensators. EEI’s mission is to safely deliver the highest quality work, exceed client expectations, and relentlessly maintain a reputation for integrity.

Energy Erectors is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.

Energy Erectors is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. EEI is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

Job Summary

The Field Safety Specialist is responsible for acting as the front-line safety professional conducting safety inspections, observations, investigations, safety training, and regulatory compliance for OSHA, DOT, and EPA. The Safety Specialist anticipates and predicts hazards based on experience, historical data, and other informational sources. He/she identifies and recognizes hazards in existing or future systems, equipment, products, facilities, work sites and operational work procedures. The Field Safety Specialist evaluates and assesses the probability and severity of loss events and accidents which may result from actual or potential hazards. The specialist applies methods of conducting hazard analyses and interprets the results. The safety specialist provides advice and counseling about compliance with safety, health and environmental laws, codes, regulations, standards, and the related company requirements.  Assist Project Safety Director in safety program implementation.

• Working knowledge of OSHA 1910 and 1926.
• Conducts Incident/Accident Investigations and identifies root cause.
• Assist management in the prevention of occupational illness, injury, and safety violations.
• Provide feedback to Project Safety Director relative to job site safety compliance.
• As needed provide safety training to employees in accordance with OSHA/DOT/EPA regulations.
• Assume the duties of Project Safety Director as needed
• Provide support in the implementation and monitoring of the Corporate Safety Program.
• Identifies/mitigates existing and potential employee/public safety concerns.
• Perform Field Safety audits.
• Interfaces with customer on safety issues.
• Conduct OSHA 10-20-30 hour training issues.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.
• Strong organizational and document management skills.
• Ability to multitask and maintain effectiveness with multiple priorities.
• Professional demeanor; remain calm and emotionally controlled under pressure.
• Detailed oriented and high attention to accuracy.
• Solid mathematical skills. 

• Travel 75% of time.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have a current and valid State Driver's License.
• 3-5+ year’s work experience in Substation or Transmission Construction.
• Specific documented evidence of training and experience to satisfy qualifications.
• OSHA 30, OSHA 500, 502

 Preferred

• Possess 2 years of experience as a Field Safety Specialist or Safety Coordinator.
• Some college business courses
• BA/BS in Health or Safety related field.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP).  

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).