About this role
The Safety Specialist is a field-first role responsible for reinforcing safety execution, driving consistency in basic safety practices, and increasing visibility across job sites. This position bridges the gap between safety standards and field performance by working directly with technicians, supervisors, and operations leadership to ensure expectations are understood, applied, and sustained. Key Responsibilities • Conduct routine jobsite visits across multiple locations and regions • Reinforce adherence to JHAs, PPE requirements, and pre-task planning • Observe work practices and provide real-time coaching to technicians and supervisors • Support and participate in toolbox talks and field safety discussions • Assist with onboarding of new hires, ensuring safety expectations are understood and applied in the field • Follow up on incidents and near misses to ensure corrective actions are implemented and sustained • Identify gaps in execution and communicate trends to Safety and Operations leadership • Support delivery and reinforcement of safety onboarding programs • Assist in maintaining consistency in training practices across locations • Reinforce application of training standards in the field, not just completion • Partner with Operations to ensure new hires are set up for safe work practices • Support management of compliance platforms (Avetta, ISNetworld) • Assist with OSHA logs, EMR documentation, and required reporting • Maintain certification tracking and support audit readiness • Assist with documentation of incidents, observations, and corrective actions • Support KPI tracking and reporting in alignment with Safety Director expectations • Support implementation and adoption of HCSS Safety platform • Reinforce use of digital tools for JHAs, observations, and incident reporting in the field • Ensure accurate and timely data entry to support visibility and accountability • Provide feedback on system usage and opportunities for improvement • Other duties as assigned