Safety Specialist- Transmissions

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and support safety programs for transmission line construction projects in Alabama, Louisiana and Georgia.


• Conduct routine jobsite safety observations, audits, inspections, and risk assessments.


• Identify hazards associated with transmission construction activities including structure erection, foundations, wire pulling, rigging, heavy equipment operations, and right-of-way work.


• Develop, conduct, and document safety training related to transmission construction activities and safe work practices.


• Conduct incident, injury, property damage, and near-miss investigations and determine root causes.


• Develop and manage corrective and preventive action plans resulting from audits, inspections, and investigations.


• Prepare and maintain Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and Project Emergency Action Plans (EAPs).


• Monitor and evaluate subcontractor safety performance to ensure compliance with project requirements.


• Facilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks, and employee engagement initiatives.


• Assist project teams with planning and risk mitigation for transmission construction activities.


• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, client safety requirements, and industry best practices.


• Maintain accurate records of inspections, observations, incidents, training, and corrective actions.


• Promote continuous improvement by coaching, mentoring, and reinforcing safe work behaviors.


• Support emergency response activities and storm restoration efforts as needed.


• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification required.


• Minimum of five (5) years of construction safety experience.


• Experience supporting transmission, utility, power delivery, heavy civil, industrial, or infrastructure construction projects.


• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, incident investigation, hazard recognition, and risk management principles.


• Experience conducting field safety audits, inspections, and safety training.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced construction environment.


• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.


• Ability to travel extensively throughout Alabama, Louisiana and Georgia.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting transmission line construction projects.


• OSHA 500 and/or OSHA 501 Authorized Trainer Certification.


• CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor Certification.


• Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP).


• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) Certification.


• Knowledge of transmission line construction methods, utility safety practices, and electrical hazard controls.


• Experience managing subcontractor safety programs.


• Experience supporting storm restoration operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of transmission construction safety practices.


• Knowledge of energized work hazards, grounding, rigging, lifting operations, and equipment safety.


• Ability to identify hazards and implement effective risk mitigation measures.


• Strong incident investigation and root cause analysis skills.


• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and leadership abilities.


• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.


• Effective conflict resolution and communication skills.


• Ability to manage multiple active projects and priorities.


• Commitment to fostering a culture of safety and accountability.

Working Conditions

• Remote work with extensive travel throughout Alabama, Louisiana and Georgia.


• Work is primarily performed in active transmission line construction environments.


• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, uneven terrain, remote work locations, and construction hazards.


• Ability to walk long distances on rights-of-way and construction sites.


• Ability to climb structures, navigate rugged terrain, and access remote project locations as required.


• May be required to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours during critical project activities or storm response efforts.


• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.