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Job Summary:
Implements safety policies, procedures, and Contractor Health and Safety Program to ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable regulations across field and contractor operations. Coordinates field‑based safety efforts with internal teams to reinforce safety culture and drive continual improvement in incident and injury prevention.Job Description:
Provides expertise in field safety operations to support the development and implementation of effective solutions.
Evaluates field and contractor operations by inspecting workplace environments, equipment, and practices to verify regulatory and policy compliance, and monitors the effectiveness of safety programs, systems, and training to ensure alignment and drive continuous improvement.
Corroborates incident investigations by conducting and facilitating root‑cause analyses, implementing corrective actions, and reviewing contractor investigations to validate findings and corrective measures.
Supports contractor safety initiatives involving injury prevention, task assessment, safety communication, and regulatory compliance, and maintains effective relationships with employees, supervisors, officials, and contractors to reinforce a strong safety culture across field operations.
Coordinates with regional and contractor safety leadership to execute safety strategies that support continuous improvement in safety performance.
Develops training materials such as manuals, guides, and visual resources while evaluating safety training needs and gaps among field crews and delivering targeted training and guidance to strengthen stakeholder understanding and adoption of best practices.
Follows established company policies, procedures, and standards to ensure full compliance with applicable laws and industry regulations.
Participates in storm restoration tasks and assigned drills to contribute to the safe and reliable recovery of services.
Performs additional tasks aligned with role expectations and qualifications to support team goals and operational flexibility.
Additional Job Description:
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Sciences, Engineering or a related field from an accredited university or college.
Experience
In lieu of the education mentioned above:
5 years of Safety and Utility Industry experience,
Knowledge of Federal, State, and local safety law, and
5 years of Vegetation Management experience, preferred.
Required:
5 years of experience with functional role responsibilities, and working with data collection, analysis and interpretation.
Experience working with documents, policies, SOP creation and implementation.
Experience leading or collaborating with small projects.
Experience as matter-expert and asset resource to provide support to internal/external clients.
Additional experience may substitute for required education when it aligns with the competencies and knowledge necessary for the role:
Associate’s degree in Safety Management, Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Sciences or Engineering may substitute when accompanied by a minimum of 8 years of experience performing similar functions and at least 5 years of experience performing a previous Specialist role.
High School or equivalent (GED) when accompanied by a minimum of 10 years of experience performing similar functions described and at least 8 years of experience performing a previous Specialist role.
Competencies (Skills)
Organizational & Communication Skills: Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, and communication skills.
Priority Management: Excellent organizational and priority‑setting abilities.
Safety Regulations Knowledge: In‑depth knowledge of Federal, State, and local safety laws and requirements.
Microsoft Office Proficiency: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications required.
Bilingual Proficiency: Bilingual (Spanish/English).
Licenses/Certifications
Valid driver's license
Professional Safety Certificate (CSP), preferred
Travel Requirements
100%
Overnight Required: Yes
Physical Demands:
Stationary Position: Occasionally
Pushing/ Pulling/ Reaching: Seldom
Kneel: Seldom
Grab: Seldom
Bend: Seldom
Lift/Carry over: 36 to 50 pounds
Working Conditions:
Wet or humid: Frequently
Working near or on moving mechanical parts: Never
Working near or on heavy machinery: Seldom
Working in high places: Seldom
Exposed to fumes or airborne particles: Never
Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions: Frequently
Work with electricity: Never
Loud noise conditions: Seldom
LUMA Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or local laws.
