Safety Specialist
4 days ago
Sacramento
Job Description 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. Your Impact As the Safety Specialist for the Cooling, Power & Connectivity division, you will directly protect the lives, health, and careers of field technicians working across HVAC, generators, UPS systems, telecom towers, and field engineering operations. Your expertise will drive measurable improvements in electrical safety, vehicle safety, and regulatory compliance, reducing incidents, preventing injuries, and strengthening Pearce's reputation with customers, regulators, and insurers. You will operate as a trusted advisor to operations leadership, exercising independent judgment in high-risk situations, shaping safety strategy, and leading a proactive safety culture across one of the company's most technically complex and safety-critical divisions. Core ResponsibilitiesIncident Investigation & Risk Control * Lead investigations for injuries, vehicle incidents, near-misses, and electrical events * Perform root-cause analysis and determine corrective and preventive actions * Exercise discretion to escalate hazards, stop unsafe work, and recommend operational changes Electrical, Field & Vehicle Safety * Serve as the subject-matter expert for NFPA 70E, LOTO, energized work, and electrical exposure risk * Lead the driver safety and fleet risk program, including: * Telematics review * Behavioral coaching * Vehicle safety standards Training & Program Development * Design, develop, and deliver training in: * Electrical safety & NFPA 70E * LOTO * Confined space * Defensive driving * Incident prevention * Create and update safety procedures, job hazard analyses, and checklists Data, Metrics & Continuous Improvement * Analyze leading and lagging indicators (TRIR, DART, PVIR, telematics, electrical exposure, near-misses) * Identify trends and recommend targeted safety interventions and controls Field Engagement & Leadership Support * Conduct field audits, observations, and toolbox talks * Partner with HVAC, Generator, UPS, Tower, and Engineering leadership to reduce risk and improve compliance * Support OSHA, DOT, EPA, Cal/OSHA, and customer audits Reporting & Communication * Prepare and present safety performance reports and improvement plans * Maintain accurate incident, audit, and training documentation Core Experience * 3+ years in field safety, safety coordination, or EHS supporting HVAC, generators, telecom, UPS, or field engineering * Strong working knowledge of: * Electrical safety & NFPA 70E * Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) * Confined space * Defensive driving & fleet safety * Proven experience conducting incident investigations, audits, and field risk assessments * Experience using safety data, telematics, and performance metrics to drive improvement * Ability to work independently in the field and make risk-based decisions Preferred Certifications * OSHA 30-Hour * First Aid / CPR * CHST, CSHO, or ASP * Cal/OSHA experience strongly preferred At Pearce, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location. In addition to wages, employees may also be eligible for performance and referral bonuses, production incentives, tool/equipment and fuel stipends, company vehicle, per diem or other applicable compensation. We also offer all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development courses. This pay range reflects our commitment to pay equity and compliance with state and federal pay transparency laws. If you have questions about compensation, we encourage open discussions during the hiring process. Base Pay Range$70,000—$90,000 USD 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 !