Safety Analyst

Your next career opportunity

As one of the largest utility distribution organizations in America, we constantly strive to bring our best to our customers, suppliers, and fellow associates. Irby Utilities is uniquely positioned to provide dynamic solutions to essential utility services impacting our local and broader communities.

We are powered by our people. Across our nationwide reach and diversity, we adapt, dare, and learn as a team. Through our tremendous growth, we are continuing to develop opportunities and look for people to join us as we journey forward.

Responsible for the company's safety records and standards including accident reporting, safety audits, emergency response planning, DOT compliance and reporting, OSHA regulation, and worker's compensation programs. Develop and communicate best practices for long-term solutions in partnership with mid- and high-level leadership.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform specification and safety plan reviews of new facilities that include but are not limited to, new construction, remodels, upgrades, and maintenance to assure compliance with company safety policies and documentation.

• Assist in the development and documentation of new standard procedures that support loss prevention and risk mitigation in operational activities.

• Assist in development and implementation of safety training programs for compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and other federal, state, or local requirements in support of the company's safety program.

• Facilitate activities between the associate, company departments and third-party providers during the commercial driver hiring onboarding for a compliant and efficient process.

• Report and direct general liability and other claims (hurricane, auto, etc.) in conjunction with our insurance provider.

• Oversee administration of the various state worker's compensation programs.

• Administer and analyze company's Department of Transportation (DOT) program, including all Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations, Driver Hours of Service, Random Drug/Alcohol screening, and Rule-Set requirements.

• Administer and analyze company's Driver Qualification File program, including maintaining all aspects of DOT files and FMCSA Clearinghouse regulations.

• Collaborate and support the Corporate Operations team on various facilities projects and company-wide initiatives.

• Administer the company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and associated accident documentation procedures.

• Complete all post-accident documentation and create an accident report for management review.

• Oversee and maintain Emergency Response Plan implementation.

• Support district and branch operations on various projects and tasks.

• Facilitate and maintain safety documentation within third-party safety registration programs.

• Propose and create content for monthly branch safety meetings.

• Identify and recommend process improvement opportunities that leverage digitization and increase productivity.

• Conduct online and in-person safety training and audits as needed.

• Perform all assigned duties in a professional, ethical, and efficient manner in accordance with Irby Utilities policies.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) and/or five to seven years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Two to four years of demonstrated experience managing Federal DOT regulated fleet programs including Hours of Service rules and electronic log compliance.

Desired Skills / Experience

• Microsoft Suite - including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Strong organizational, reasoning, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to explain complex issues to teach and train in individual and group settings.

• Ability to prioritize tasks in conjunction with large sized projects.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Desire to drive continuous improvement.

• Travel up to 50%.

• Must be comfortable in both office and warehouse environments and working via remote tools such as SharePoint, Teams, and Webex.

Why work for Irby?

Irby Utilities is a crucial link in the distribution chain, connecting manufacturers to their customers in electrical power, natural gas, and broadband services. Our team delivers end-to-end solutions through logistical and operational support, sales and account management, project services, data analysis, and more. We firmly attribute our success to our people in each of these fields, and we are constantly advancing our skills and abilities.

Our Competitive ?

401K Plan, Competitive Medical Plans (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Vacation and Personal, Paid Sick, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, Long-term and Short-term Disability, and Life Insurance.

About Irby

Irby Utilities is one of the three largest electrical utility distribution companies in the United States, with over $1.5 Billion in annual sales and 700 employees across more than 45 branches in 27 states. We have experienced incredible growth over the past five years, presenting many outstanding career & development opportunities throughout the country in various locations such as: Dallas/Ft. Worth, Orlando, Atlanta, Nashville, Denver, Salt Lake City, Portland and Minneapolis.

Irby was a pioneer in the early days of the electrical business, founded in 1926, and continues to be an industry leader in philanthropic involvement and community activity. Irby is also part of the Sonepar family of operating companies, consisting of the finest locally managed electrical and industrial distributors throughout the United States. Sonepar is the world leader in electrical distribution.

Stay up to date with Irby, follow us on and .

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law

Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more, Click here.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision

Sonepar follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. To learn more, Click here.