Summary
The Safety Specialist supports the maintenance and continuous development of CEA safety programs by carrying out the prime responsibilities for the general safety and health functions to include evaluating the work environment for safety hazards, recommending control measures and safe work practices, developing and delivering training and assessing compliance with regulatory requirements.
Essential Functions
Relationships
Internal
External
Competencies
1. Must have advanced working knowledge of Federal and State OSHA general industry safety regulations with experience in development and implementation of core safety programs.
2. Must Be familiar with NESC, NEC, ANSI, ASTM, NFPA and other safety consensus standards.
3. Effective oral and written communication skills including group presentations and facilitation, creation of reports, safety alerts, and other safety communications. Must be able to deliver training in a classroom setting.
4. Demonstrated skills in identifying training needs, developing training materials, and conducting training sessions.
5. Experience with conducting safety audits, inspections, and field observations.
6. Possesses working knowledge of word processing and database management systems.
7. Must be self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
8. Must be able to perform both routine and non-routine tasks in a fast-paced office environment.
9. Must be able to interact effectively with the public, management, and other employees. Must have strong interpersonal skills to include ability to coordinate with staff throughout the organization and the ability to interact competently with the public and other companies.
10.Must have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations.
11.Must have ability to identify sensitive or confidential information and abide by confidentiality requirements.
12.Must have the ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing.
13.Must have the ability to switch quickly between tasks. Must be able to perform duties under deadline pressure.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
Work is performed in both office environment and field conditions, where exposure to cold and wet weather and rough terrain can be expected. Exposure to hazardous noise environments and chemicals is possible. Frequent travel to various work sites and remote locations by light aircraft and helicopter is required.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, an accredited safety program, or engineering or science degree or related field, required.
Experience
Three (3) years relevant safety experience, required. Experience working in a utility/union environment preferred.
Substitution
Additional professional experience in similarly complex role or related field may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
Training, Licensure, Certifications
Must possess a valid Alaska driver’s license and meet insurance requirements. OHST, ASP or CSP certification, preferred.
Physical Requirements
Ability to: lift 25 pounds from ground level to an elevation of three feet; climb stairways and fixed/portable ladders; wear a respirator and other required personal protective equipment.
Ability to: sit for prolonged periods (frequently); stand for prolonged periods (frequently); walk on all surfaces and over all terrain (frequently); stoop (occasionally); crawl (rarely).
Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. Chugach is pleased to provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines. We have many services that make it easy to power homes and businesses with Chugach.
A little more about us: Chugach has been around for a long time, recently celebrating 75 years! We are a stable company, in a stable industry. And while we may have stability, we are modern, sustainable and forward-thinking to ensure that we provide reliable services for generations to come. We also pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. We have several 20, 30 and 40 year tenured employees who continue foster an inclusive, innovative corporate environment. Find your spark!
Chugach's corporate vision:
Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.
Chugach's corporate mission:
We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.
Chugach's corporate values:
Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law.
Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.
HEALTH BENEFITS
Premium & Deductible paid for by Chugach Electric
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