Sr Safety Specialist

Basic Purpose

Administers and coordinates a broad scope of safety services and programs. Implements, communicates, and facilitates training for employees, contractors and the public on policies, procedures, and safe work practices to ensure all groups perform their work in a safe manner. Ensures compliance with federal, state, local and other enforceable and recognized standards. Develops and continually seeks to improve processes and communications that meet the changing needs of the business and assists in maintaining legal compliance. Promotes customer satisfaction through partnerships and problem solving.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Develops, administers, and facilitates safety compliance programs. Researches regulatory changes (federal, state, etc.) and trends to maintain consistency and compliance with laws, company safety programs, policies, and procedures and update them accordingly. Interprets and applies federal, state, local and recognized and enforceable national codes, laws, regulations (e.g., OSHA, DOT PHMSA, PUCN, NFPA, ANSI, ASTM), etc., and company policies as they relate to company operations or specific work procedures.

Conducts facility and job site safety and health inspections. Collaborates with company leadership to implement corrective actions.

Performs or facilitates necessary functions related to regulatory and company compliance requirements, including, but not limited to noise dosimetry, atmospheric monitoring, and respiratory fit testing.

Responds to and performs investigations of incidents, accidents, and near misses. Provides and implements recommendations on cause, corrective actions, and preventative measures.

Interprets data and prepares reports for external agencies, internal departments, and company leadership. Assists in regulatory and company reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

Serves as a technical adviser for assigned internal safety committees. Represents the company in related local and state safety organization.

Designs and delivers safety and health training/briefings for internal customers, external customers, and the public. Participate in the company’s public education program as required by USDOT 49 CFR 192.616 to achieve compliance with all stakeholder audiences.

Applies technical knowledge, skills, and judgment to solve problems. Responds to requests in a timely manner, including after hours and weekends. Facilitates the resolution process. Has supervisory authority to stop work because of unsafe work practices or conditions.

Ensures all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understands and complies with all policies, codes, and regulations applicable to position and company.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Education, Skills, and Environment

Associate degree from an accredited school and 7 years of related experience.

Candidates that do not possess an associate degree must have a minimum of 9 years of related work experience.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of:

- OSHA regulations and standards

- Standard electric utility safety program components.

Demonstrated skills such as:

- Analytical, interpersonal, problem-solving, conflict resolution, oral and written communication and customer relations skills.

Equipment and Applications

PCs, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

General office, industrial plant, and field environments. Some travel. Outdoor field and site visits may include walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs, and other electric utility industry exposures that may require the appropriate use of personal protective equipment. Physical demands may include lifting/carrying presentation equipment and materials, various safety supplies/materials, small tools, and equipment. On-call duty required, on average one week per month.

NOTE: Depending on qualifications of applicants, this position may be filled at a lower level such as Safety Specialist or Safety Technician.

NV Energy is looking for qualified people to join us in one of the premier energy companies in the West. Located in the fastest growing state in the United States, NV Energy provides electricity to 1.3 million customers throughout Nevada as well as a state tourist population exceeding 40 million annually. Among the many communities we serve are Las Vegas, Reno-Sparks, Henderson, Elko and South Lake Tahoe. We also provide natural gas to more than 155,000 citizens in the Reno-Sparks area.

NV Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.