Safety Manager - Electrical | Syracuse, NY

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Overview

HazTek Safety Management is a full-service, objective safety partner, founded in 1997. The health, safety and well-being of employees and companies is our highest priority. We offer full-time employment, stability, competitive benefits, professional development, travel, diverse safety experiences, management support and the added benefit of working with a network of over 275 full-time HazTek safety professionals.

At HazTek, We Stand Together for Safety

We are committed to building an environment of and acceptance which values across all areas of the organization; an environment in which all employees can contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , or protected veteran status.

Responsibilities

The Safety Professional in the Syracuse, NY area supports specific project needs by ensuring best practices are implemented, safety compliance requirements are met, and helping promote a strong culture of safety throughout all phases of construction. This role will support large-scale mission critical/data center and heavy electrical construction projects with a focus on energized work, commissioning activities, and critical systems oversight.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily construction safety activities to ensure OSHA compliance and client safety expectations are met
• Conduct daily audits, site inspections, toolbox talks, and safety meetings
• Support energized electrical work activities including LOTO, temporary power, switchgear, commissioning, and startup operations
• Monitor high-risk work including fall protection, rigging, steel erection, excavation, confined space, and MEWP operations
• Assist with incident investigations, corrective actions, and safety documentation/reporting
• Review JHAs, permits, and energized work plans to ensure safe execution of work
• Work closely with field supervision, subcontractors, and project teams to maintain a proactive safety culture

Qualifications

• OSHA 30 and OSHA 510 required
• Experience supporting data center, mission critical, heavy industrial, or heavy electrical construction projects
• Strong understanding of LOTO, NFPA 70E, arc flash, and energized electrical safety practices
• Experience with commissioning/startup activities
• CPR/First Aid certified
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and digital reporting platforms such as Procore
• Embody HazTek's Core Values of Integrity, Compassion, Dependability, Leadership, Accountability