Safety Inspector Electrical Construction

Onsite Safety Inspector – Electrical Construction

Location: Reno / Sparks / USA Parkway Area, NV

Salary: Based on experience

Position Summary

The Onsite Safety Inspector plans, implements, and oversees all safety activities for electrical construction operations on a mission-critical project. This role ensures compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, company safety policies, client requirements, and industry best practices, while promoting a strong culture of safety accountability across the organization.

Working closely with the onsite Safety Manager, project management teams, field supervision, and field employees, the Onsite Safety Inspector helps reduce risk, prevent injuries, support regulatory compliance, and maintain safe, productive jobsite operations.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Program Management

• Administer and enforce the company Injury & Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
• Implement and maintain electrical safety programs aligned with OSHA and NFPA 70E standards
• Develop and revise site-specific safety plans, procedures, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Methods of Procedure (MOPs), and Safety Task Analyses (STAs)
• Conduct regular jobsite safety audits, inspections, and compliance evaluations
• Monitor field operations for compliance with company safety procedures and client requirements
• Coordinate corrective actions for identified hazards and track them to completion

Electrical Safety

• Support implementation of Electrically Safe Work Condition (ESWC) procedures
• Ensure compliance with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements per OSHA and NFPA 70E
• Review energized work activities and assist with the Energized Electrical Work Permit (EEWP) process
• Verify proper arc flash labeling, shock protection boundaries, and PPE selection
• Support Live-Dead-Live (LDL) testing and absence-of-voltage verification practices
• Assist project teams with electrical hazard assessments and energized work planning
• Ensure qualified persons are trained in electrical safe work practices

Training & Employee Development

• Conduct safety orientations for new employees and subcontractors
• Deliver training on NFPA 70E Electrical Safety, Lockout/Tagout, Fall Protection, Confined Space, MEWPs, Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT), Heat Illness Prevention, Hazard Communication, and OSHA Focus Four Hazards
• Coordinate and maintain employee certifications and training records
• Lead toolbox talks, safety stand-downs, and safety meetings

Incident Management

• Investigate injuries, near misses, property damage incidents, and safety concerns
• Complete incident documentation and root cause analysis reports
• Develop and track corrective action plans
• Coordinate post-incident communication with management and clients as needed
• Maintain OSHA logs and required regulatory documentation

Project & Field Support

• Participate in pre-job planning and project kickoff meetings
• Support project management teams with safety planning for upcoming work
• Coordinate with general contractors and trade partners on high-risk operations
• Assist with crane operations, excavation, confined space operations, and critical lifts
• Ensure emergency response procedures are established and communicated
• Coordinate emergency preparedness activities with local emergency response agencies as needed

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction safety experience preferred
• Electrical construction experience strongly preferred
• Experience supporting mission-critical projects
• Knowledge of electrical systems, construction sequencing, and energized work practices

Preferred Certifications

• CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician)
• OSHA 30 – Construction
• CPR / First Aid / AED
• NFPA 70E Training Certification
• CSP, ASP, or other professional safety certifications
• Training certifications related to electrical construction

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of OSHA construction safety regulations
• Strong understanding of NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements
• Effective communicator with both field personnel and management
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Comfortable delivering training presentations and leading safety meetings
• Ability to identify hazards and implement corrective actions
• Strong report writing and documentation skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and digital safety management systems

Physical Requirements

• Walk active construction sites for extended periods
• Climb ladders, access elevated work areas, and navigate uneven terrain
• Wear required PPE, including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, fall protection, and arc-rated PPE when necessary
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs

Work Environment

• Commercial construction sites and industrial facilities
• Mission-critical / data center environments
• Indoor and outdoor work
• Occasional travel may be required

Key Performance Expectations

• Promote a positive safety culture across all operations
• Reduce injuries, incidents, and property damage events
• Maintain strong regulatory compliance
• Support successful project execution through proactive safety leadership
• Maintain professional relationships with employees, clients, and trade partners