Description
Safety Specialist III
Req #16868 $63.73 Hourly
Basic Responsibilities
Performs safety support work under the direction of the Safety Manager, to assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the District’s Accident Prevention Program and promote a strong safety culture. Delivers or assists with training, data collection, inspections, and safety program development. Collaborates with and supports employees and managers, recognizing them as the primary drivers of the safety culture. Provides technical safety to employees and leaders, supports the District’s Accident Prevention Program, and promotes safety practices across the organization. May lead projects and work with regulatory agencies and the public on safety and health initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Business Administration, or related field, AND Four (4) years of experience working directly in a safety professional position providing safety related training, inspection, and/or program development, or as a level II;
OR
- Four (4) years of experience in customer service, project management, contract administration, or related, AND Four (4) years of experience working directly in a safety professional position providing safety related training, inspection, and/or program development, or as a level II;
OR
- Eight (8) years of experience as a Journeyman Lineman or Journeyman Substation Wireman (or equivalent High Voltage Journey level electrical experience), including four (4) years of experience in a safety-related function (i.e. safety committee, safety chair, or related), or as a level II.
License, Certification, and/or Testing:
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License with a good driving record
- Completion of OSHA 500 or 501 or equivalent within 12 months of placement
- First Aid & CPR within six (6) months from date of hire
- Completion of OSHA General Industry and Construction Specialist Train-the-Trainer certification or equivalent within 12 months of placement
- Successful completion of District Train-the-Trainer within six (6) months from date of hire
- Safety Certifications: CUSP, CSP, CIH or equivalent accreditation within 12 months of placement or upon hire
You can find the full job description for this position, including responsibilities, additional qualifications, and working conditions on the following pages: Safety Specialist
Benefits
In addition to a competitive compensation program, Snohomish County PUD #1 offers a comprehensive benefits package. Employees and eligible dependents may enroll in medical, dental, vison, core term life insurance, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, voluntary term life, flexible spending accounts, health savings account and retirement benefits (including PERS pension, 401(k), and a 457 plan). The Snohomish County PUD also provides a generous paid family and medical leave program, an employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, paid time off benefits starting at 20 days a year, plus 11 paid holidays and one floating holiday. For more information on our benefits package please visit
www.snopud.com/benefitoverview.
Snohomish County PUD #1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Disabled and Veterans.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Business Administration, or related field, AND Four (4) years of experience working directly in a safety professional position providing safety related training, inspection, and/or program development, or as a level II;
OR
- Four (4) years of experience in customer service, project management, contract administration, or related, AND Four (4) years of experience working directly in a safety professional position providing safety related training, inspection, and/or program development, or as a level II;
OR
- Eight (8) years of experience as a Journeyman Lineman or Journeyman Substation Wireman (or equivalent High Voltage Journey level electrical experience), including four (4) years of experience in a safety-related function (i.e. safety committee, safety chair, or related), or as a level II.
License, Certification, and/or Testing:
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License with a good driving record
- Completion of OSHA 500 or 501 or equivalent within 12 months of placement
- First Aid & CPR within six (6) months from date of hire
- Completion of OSHA General Industry and Construction Specialist Train-the-Trainer certification or equivalent within 12 months of placement
- Successful completion of District Train-the-Trainer within six (6) months from date of hire
- Safety Certifications: CUSP, CSP, CIH or equivalent accreditation within 12 months of placement or upon hire
