Bilingual Safety Specialist
Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Utica • New York • United States
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Salary
💰 $64,000 - $74,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Be a visible leader who influences, motivates, and models Lewis Operating Principles
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with Operations to drive continuous, positive safety improvements
- Participate in morning huddles and deliver safety talks ("tailgates" or "safety moments") to work teams
- Conduct site observations to identify potential hazards and verify compliance with company requirements and regulations; provide feedback to Operations leadership
- Provide timely assistance and consistent interpretation of company safety policies and procedures, as well as regulatory requirements
- Train and coach employees in safe work practices for pruning and line-clearance tools (saws, trimmers, poles, rigging/lifting equipment, harnesses, aerial work platforms, etc.)
- Investigate and analyze incidents using current methodologies to promote organizational learning and increase the ability to "fail safely"
- Communicate safety program needs to regional leadership
- Report accurately and on time to Regional Safety and Operations leadership
- Travel frequently, providing supervision and support during field visits with Safety Specialists, Operations leaders, and crews
Requirements
- Associate degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of high school diploma/GED plus safety or industry credentials (CUSP, CTSP, ASP, GSP, ISA Certified Arborist) or equivalent experience
- Minimum 1 year of experience in line clearance or a related industry
- Knowledge of OSHA and ANSI requirements; OSHA 30-hour course or equivalent
- Valid driver's license
- Bilingualism (Spanish/English) preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Safety Engineering, or Occupational Health and Safety preferred
- Minimum 1 year in a safety leadership role
- CTSP (Certified Treecare Safety Professional) certification – required within the first year of employment
- CUSP (Certified Utility Safety Professional) certification
Benefits
- Competitive salary $64,000 - $74,000
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Paid training and certifications
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options and HSA account
- 401(k) plan with company contributions
- Paid time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
safety policiessafety proceduresincident investigationhazard identificationcompliance verificationsafe work practicespruning toolsline-clearance toolsregulatory requirementssafety training
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationmotivationpartnership buildingcoachinginfluenceorganizational learningfeedback provisionteam collaborationsafety program communication
Certifications
CUSPCTSPASPGSPISA Certified ArboristOSHA 30-hour coursesafety industry credentials