Field Safety Specialist – Utility Line Clearance

Halter Group

Field Safety Specialist enforcing OSHA and client safety standards for The Halter Group’s utility line-clearance crews. Conducting inspections, training, incident investigations, and corrective actions across Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeRemote • Kentucky, Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $55,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in safety compliance, incident investigation, and training delivery, with a strong focus on implementing safety policies and improving safety practices in the field. Proficient in utilizing safety metrics and data analysis to drive corrective actions and enhance safety performance.

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Safety Compliance SupportIncident InvestigationOSHA Standards KnowledgeFirst Aid/CPR CertificationSafety Training Delivery

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Hard Skills

Safety Policy ImplementationCompliance InspectionsRoot Cause AnalysisCorrective Action IdentificationSafety RecordkeepingField Observations DocumentationUtility Vegetation ManagementArboricultureTraining DevelopmentSafety Data Analysis

Soft Skills

CoachingGroup Presentation SkillsTask PrioritizationIndependent WorkTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Safety ApplicationsGPSMicrosoft OfficeTabletsLaptops

Certifications & Qualifications

OSHA 30-Hour CertificationCUSP CertificationCTSP CertificationISA Certified ArboristISA Utility Specialist CertificationFirst Aid/CPR Certification

Industry Keywords

Utility Vegetation ManagementLine ClearanceSafety LeadershipANSI Z133DOT RegulationsField General Foreman ExperienceBilingual English/Spanish

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide field support services and assist safety leadership, regional managers, supervisors, and team members with implementing and enforcing safety and health policies
Provide day-to-day compliance support
Conduct routine compliance inspections, observations, field inspections, site reviews, and joint compliance walks
Deliver and develop safety-related training, including new-hire safety orientation
Coach employees and contract partners on safe and unsafe conditions
Serve as the field safety point of contact with utility and client representatives
Document deficiencies and develop sustainable corrective solutions
Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action identification
Review safety data and metrics to identify trends and recommend corrective actions
Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are present
Recommend disciplinary action for safety violations
Identify, evaluate, and coordinate new methods to accelerate safety improvement
Maintain safety recordkeeping

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–3 years of experience in utility vegetation management, line clearance, or arboriculture
Associate's degree in occupational safety, safety management, or a related field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience
Valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record meeting company and insurance standards
Current First Aid/CPR certification, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
OSHA, ANSI Z133, DOT, and other applicable regulatory standards knowledge
Prior field general foreman, crew foreman, or trainer experience is a plus
OSHA 30-Hour certification preferred
CUSP, CTSP, ISA Certified Arborist, or ISA Utility Specialist certification preferred, or willingness to obtain
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required
Ability to deliver group presentations and training sessions
Ability to prioritize tasks accurately under time constraints
Ability to document field observations, incident findings, and corrective actions thoroughly
Ability to travel to job sites and work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Proficiency with tablets, laptops, safety applications, GPS, and Microsoft Office
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision Insurance