Senior Safety Specialist (Energy Services)
Position Title: Senior Safety Specialist (Energy Services) Location: Columbia, SC Job Category: Safety & Risk Management Date Posted: 02/11/2026 Salary Interval: Salary Exempt Application Instructions If you're interested in this position, please complete our online application. If you have accessed this position posting by way of an external job board and encounter an issue completing the online application, please access our website directly at electricominc-hff.viewpointforcloud.com/careers/browsejobs Position Description ElectriCom, a utility construction company founded in 1960 in Paoli, Indiana, has experienced continuous growth since its inception. We take pride in our strong family-focused culture, both in the workplace and in our customer relationships. We seek employees who want to grow with a progressive company and who value quality, safety, and teamwork. ElectriCom offers competitive wages and benefits, along with opportunities for advancement and skill development. This position reports directly to our Senior Safety Manager. The Senior Safety Specialist is responsible for coordinating ElectriCom’s operational safety and health programs within the Energy Services division (electrical distribution). This role partners closely with the Senior Safety Manager and field leadership to develop, implement, and enforce company safety policies in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Key responsibilities include conducting job site safety audits, performing job hazard analyses, delivering safety training, participating in incident investigations, and effectively communicating safety information across the organization. We are seeking a dedicated, self-motivated, and well-organized individual with experience supporting safety initiatives on construction projects. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Maintain thorough and current knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and other applicable safety and health regulations, with specific emphasis on OSHA CFR 1910.269. Identify hazards specific to electrical distribution work. Support energized and de-energized work practices, minimum approach distances, PPE requirements, and grounding procedures. Deliver safety training to employees throughout the year and during new-hire orientation. Lead toolbox talks and safety stand-downs focused on distribution hazards and safe work practices. Communicate safety findings, expectations, and corrective actions effectively across the organization. Conduct accurate and timely job site safety observations to support continuous improvement. Coordinate with construction field managers to address safety findings, concerns, or incidents. Assist the Senior Safety Manager with incident and injury investigations, including root-cause analysis and communication of findings. Work closely with the Senior Safety Manager, operational leadership, and field employees to support a strong, positive safety culture. Plan, prioritize, and execute work and travel schedules effectively. Work independently while managing assigned safety activities. COMPANY BENEFITS We Invest In You — your career, your success, and your future. At ElectriCom, people are our greatest strength. Our benefits are designed to support your growth, your well-being, and your long-term financial security. Your Career Certified Apprentice Programs Focused Construction Training Opportunities for advancement and skill development Your Success 401(k) with Company Match up to 6% Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, including a $0-cost health benefit plan option Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions & Match Your Well-Being Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance Company-Paid Virtual Doctor Service (Teladoc) Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Company-Paid Short-Term Disability after 3 years of employment Additional Voluntary Life Insurance & Voluntary Short-Term Disability Your Work-Life Balance Paid Vacation (PTO) plus Paid Holidays Bi-weekly Pay JOIN THE ELECTRICOM FAMILY WHERE YOUR FUTURE IS OUR PRIORITY - TeamElectriCom Position Requirements OSHA 30-hour certification preferred Working knowledge of OSHA 1910.269 preferred First Aid/CPR certification highly desired Field experience in electric distribution construction or maintenance (3 years preferred) Experience working directly with line crews Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and general computer skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Comfortable speaking in group settings Ability to meet deadlines and contribute to a positive, safe, high-quality culture Willingness to travel up to 60% of working days, with occasional overnight stays Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record Ability to pass pre-employment background and drug screening Equal Opportunity Employer ElectriCom is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, nationality, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, except where an attribute is a bona fide occupational qualification. PI1a865d0f46fc-35196-39691201
