Safety Representative (Electric Utility)

Location: Chalmette, LA; Dayton, TX; and the Willis/The Woodlands, TX area. Extensive travel within the assigned region is required.

Salary: $48.00–$54.00 per hour

Company

hirify.global provides power delivery construction and engineering solutions for transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects across the U.S.

What you will do

• Conduct field safety observations and audits for electric distribution line crews.
• Identify unsafe conditions and work practices, document findings, and coach crews on corrective actions.
• Lead tailgate meetings, daily safety briefings, weekly safety stand-downs, and monthly safety focus activities.
• Respond to worksite incidents, conduct interviews, gather evidence, and support root cause analysis.
• Verify compliance with OSHA, DOT, customer requirements, and internal safety policies.
• Support safety audits, inspections, customer reviews, and the implementation of safety initiatives.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience as a journeyman lineman in electric distribution.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, utility safety policies, and industry safety practices.
• Effective communication and demonstrated leadership in field environments.
• Ability to travel extensively within the assigned region.
• Basic proficiency with mobile documentation tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• At least 2 years of safety-related experience is preferred; OSHA 500, CSHO, CUSP, or equivalent certification is also preferred.

Nice to have

• Calm, confident, and professional performance under pressure.
• Commitment to coaching and mentoring field employees.
• Ability to build trust with crews while maintaining high safety standards.

Culture & Benefits

• Safety, quality, integrity, and professionalism are core values.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• HSA and FSA options where applicable.
• 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.