Hiring: Utility Construction Safety Specialist Company: USIC Location: Gardiner, ME Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 15:11:04 Target Skills & Keywords : Swift, Workday About the job Experience: •4-6 years’ experience in corporate safety environment and/or leadership position. •6 years’ experience in corporate safety environment and/or leadership position. Required Skills: •Is it time to elevate your career with a company dedicated to being the best in the industry; that values integrity, dedication, and hard work? If so, On Target wants you to join their ranks! We offer competitive pay, a generous benefits package and opportunities for advancement. •Maintain a thorough knowledge of all relevant utility construction safety and maintenance operating standards/codes/policies/guidelines in accordance with Federal, State, Company, and customer standards. •Work directly with the Safety & Workforce Development Manager to monitor, analyze, and interpret new and/or changing standards/codes/policies/guidelines. •Provide risk assessment and analysis support. •Assist with the development, implementation, and compliance of safety policies/practices/training. •Assist with compliance requirements such as, but not limited to, field safety audits, incident/accident investigations, various inspections, routine crew visits, etc. •Coach/mentor employees to encourage and ensure safety initiatives. •Monitor completion of safety training requirements and communicate as necessary to ensure timely completion. Qualifications: •High school graduate or equivalent; BS and/or master’s degree in safety engineering or related field highly preferred. •First Aid/CPR/AED skills and training ability. •CUSP (Certified Utility Safety Professional), CSP (Certified Safety Professional), or CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist) certification preferred. •Valid Driver’s License required; CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) preferred. •Demonstrated knowledge/understanding of safety and health standards/codes/policies/guidelines for relevant utility construction and maintenance including relevant equipment. •Demonstrated capacity to read and interpret documents such as regulations, industry standards, and contractual requirements. •Strong computer skills: working knowledge of Microsoft Suite products required. •Demonstrated capacity to successfully obtain and/or maintain required licenses/certifications/documents. •Strong leadership skills with excellent interpersonal and communication skills (including public speaking), both verbal and written; a strong work ethic and be self-motivated. •Strong analytical abilities and the ability to think strategically. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!