Safety Specialist

About Ampirical At Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive. We don’t just build projects—we build careers. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we’d love to meet you. Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture. Why Ampirical? Hourly Rate: $35.00+ - Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications) Profit-Sharing Bonus : Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary) Day-One Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting PTO : Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays Flexible Work Schedule : Every other Friday off Career Development : Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement Perks : Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more Your Role: Safety Specialist The Safety Specialist serves as a key technical resource responsible for the development, implementation, execution, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs. This role supports site operations by ensuring regulatory compliance, reducing risk, improving safety culture, and supporting operational excellence. The HSE Specialist works independently under general supervision and partners closely with operations and leadership teams. What You’ll Do: Conduct regular site visits and safety audits of crews to ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards; provides feedback on positive behaviors and opportunities for improvement Promotes health safety within an organization, and eliminates or controls hazardous conditions due to human error or equipment and machine operations which could lead to injury or property damage Identifies, analyzes, and controls work environments; and designs programs to control, eliminate, and prevent hazards, disease, or injury Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of site-level HSE programs in compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and applicable state regulations Review and provide feedback on Safety Plans and Work Plans and validates adherence to Safety Plans and Work Plans in the field Serve as the site subject matter expert for health, safety, and environmental compliance requirements Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and development of corrective and preventive actions Develop, deliver, and track employee safety training programs Maintain regulatory documentation, permits, inspections, and compliance records Partner with operations and maintenance to integrate safe work practices Support emergency response planning and drills Prepare reports and metrics for leadership Oversee the preparation and accuracy of safety records, inspections, incident reports, and corrective action logs, consolidating information for management and client review Experience in safety orientations, briefings, and presentations to field personnel, leadership, and client representatives in a clear, professional, and effective manner What You Bring: Minimum: A High school Diploma and 3+ years of safety / HSE or related experience Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Ability to travel to field sites regularly while maintaining a consistent office presence Willingness to travel up to 75% Strong verbal communication and public‑speaking skills when leading training sessions, safety meetings, and client interactions Preferred: CSP, COSS, CHST, OHST, GSP, ASP, or CUSP A 2-year degree in Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment or a related field Strong professional communication skills and the ability to interact with both field crews and leadership Experience with safety management systems or databases Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for managing documentation and compliance records Familiarity with OSHA and utility-specific safety standards Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ampirical