Undergraduate degree in Safety Management or related field preferred, or relevant experience in lieu of degree
Strong knowledge of OSHA and industry safety regulations
Responsibilities
Perform ongoing site visits to observe and document safety behaviors and work conditions
Coordinate with Operations teams to create site-specific safety plans
Participate in project kick-off and progress meetings
Support client-specific safety requirements and ensure compliance
Coach and mentor project site personnel on safety practices
Conduct proactive behavior-based safety observations and PPE hazard assessments
Conduct accident/injury investigations and root cause analyses
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program of $1,200 annually
Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid holidays
Generous 401(k) plan with 100% match up to 6% and immediate vesting
Superior educational assistance program for training and educational costs
Full Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE
Safety Specialists work closely with field staff, clients and subcontractors, all levels of management, and personnel from external organizations during all phases of electric construction projects. Safety Specialists must be committed to ensuring adherence to safety-related policies, procedures, and regulations while developing positive professional relationships. This is a location-based position encompassing worksites throughout the assigned project area and requires varying amounts of travel.
Essential Functions
Perform ongoing site visits to observe and document safety behaviors and work conditions to ensure a safety focus throughout all phases of electric construction projects
Coordinate with Operations teams to create site-specific safety plans; actively participate in safety meetings to review job hazard analysis and hazard recognition tools
Participate in project kick off and progress meetings
Supporting client-specific safety requirements programs and ensure alignment and compliance between client expectations, company rules, and applicable safety regulations
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to environmental protection or occupational health and safety
Coach and mentor project site personnel regarding safety practices and behaviors on an ongoing basis
Conduct proactive behavior-based and quality-focused field safety observations and PPE hazard assessments
Partner with Safety, Safety Training & Operations teams to schedule or facilitate required employee trainings: New hire orientation, OSHA ETD Quarterly refresher training, Customer required training, Post-incident training as part of a Corrective Action Plan, and Participate in site-specific safety planning.
Conduct accident/injury investigations including root cause analyses
Provide support to Operations organization for incident case management and documentation steps
Follow-up with Operations organization to ensure completion of corrective actions for all accidents and incidents
Support company safety committees by assisting in assessment of safety performance trends, implementing process, and tool improvements
Regular and predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned
Essential functions of this position are to be performance at a Company-designated office or field location
Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards.
ABOUT YOU
Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) field roles is required
High school diploma or GED equivalent is required
Minimum of one (1) safety certification is preferred, examples include: 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 related field preferred; combination of relevant experience and education considered in lieu of degree
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Problem-solving and situation analysis skills
Proficiency with MS Office Suite programs, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence behavior
Strong knowledge and understanding of OSHA and other industry-related safety regulations
Must be a team player able to work with co-workers, different departments and outside contacts and maintain strong relationships
Attentiveness to details
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 of time
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation & Benefits
Salary $75,000-$110,000 / year
Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, Hearing, Prescriptions, Mental Health, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Short Term Disability, Retiree Coverage, and Life Insurance under LINECo - (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
Generous 401(k) Plan with100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employee and dependents.
This position will remain posted for a minimum of three days. The posting will remain active and automatically extend until the vacancy is filled.
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.
About MYR
MYR Group Inc. is a leading specialty contractor serving the electrical infrastructure market in the United States and Canada. The company provides a wide range of services, including transmission and distribution line construction, substation construction, and commercial and industrial electrical contracting. MYR Group was founded in 1891 as the Chicago Electrical Works and has since grown through a series of acquisitions to become a leading provider of electrical construction services. The company is headquartered in Rolling Meadows, Illinois and has more than 7,000 employees across the United States and Canada.
