At PEARCE, we've got a career for you!
Join the nation’s leading independent service provider for critical telecommunication and renewable energy infrastructure. We are the premier independent service provider for our nation’s critical infrastructure. With over 2,500 team members nationwide, Pearce delivers comprehensive engineering, maintenance, repair, and repowering solutions, ensuring the seamless operation of our nation’s wireless and wireline telecom, commercial and utility-scale solar and wind projects, EV charging stations, as well as large-scale power generation, critical power and energy storage assets.
The Safety Specialist plays a critical role in strengthening the safety culture across the Cooling, Power & Connectivity division. Serving as a trusted advisor to HVAC, Generator, UPS, Field Engineering, and Tower teams, this role directly shapes operational safety outcomes by conducting independent investigations, designing safety programs, evaluating risk, and influencing field and leadership decisions. Through strategic analysis of safety metrics and hands-on field engagement, the Safety Specialist ensures compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, EPA, DOT, and customer requirements—ultimately reducing risk, improving driver and electrical safety performance, and elevating the overall safety maturity of the division.
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Lead incident investigations—including injuries, vehicle collisions, property damage, and near misses—conducting root cause analysis and establishing corrective and preventive actions.
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Design, develop, and deliver safety training programs (LOTO, NFPA 70E, electrical safety, energized work, defensive driving, incident prevention, etc.).
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Develop, revise, and implement safety procedures, safe work practices, checklists, and field guidance documents across multiple technical service lines.
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Analyze leading and lagging indicators (TRIR, DART, PVIR, telematics, electrical exposure data) to identify risks and shape continuous improvement strategies.
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Conduct independent field evaluations, recommend hazard controls, and escalate unsafe conditions requiring immediate action.
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Lead improvements to the driver safety program, including telematics review, operator coaching, and development of vehicle safety expectations.
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Partner with operations leadership to provide expert guidance on hazard mitigation, regulatory compliance, and safety program enhancements.
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Prepare and present safety reports, trend analyses, and program recommendations to stakeholders and senior leaders.
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Conduct routine field observations, job audits, and site inspections.
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Facilitate toolbox talks, support safety meetings, and assist with safety communications and documentation.
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Support customer audits, OSHA inspections, and regulatory reporting as required.
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Experience: Minimum 3 years in field safety or safety coordination within HVAC, Generator, Tower, Telecom, Power, UPS, or Field Engineering environments.
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Technical Knowledge:
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Electrical safety, LOTO, NFPA 70E
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Confined space, lockout/tagout procedures
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Vehicle/driver safety, defensive driving, telematics
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Regulatory Expertise: OSHA, EPA, DOT; Cal/OSHA preferred.
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Independent Judgment: Ability to make sound decisions in investigations, field assessments, safety program design, and risk mitigation.
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Field Autonomy: Capability to manage independent fieldwork, travel extensively, and self-prioritize multiple initiatives.
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Training & Program Development: Experience creating and delivering safety materials tailored to technical field teams.
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Preferred Certifications: OSHA 30-Hour, First Aid/CPR, CHST, CSHO, ASP, or equivalent.
What We Offer
Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.
At PEARCE, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment that empowers employees to excel and make a meaningful impact, providing a dynamic space for field technicians, service specialists, and corporate professionals to flourish and propel their careers forward within our nationwide presence and expansive service offerings.
Learn more about us at www.Pearce-Services.com!
