Health and Safety Specialist

Energize your future by joining our team at Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC)! NOVEC's mission is to create value for its members, employees and communities by providing safe, reliable electricity and quality products at competitive prices.

NOVEC is a locally owned electric distribution system headquartered in Manassas, VA.

NOVEC provides reliable electric service to more than 180,000 homes and businesses in Clarke, Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudoun, Prince William and Stafford counties, the City of Manassas Park, and the Town of Clifton.

NOVEC's service reliability is the best in the region with a 99.99% average system reliability.

As a leader on the high-tech frontier, NOVEC is using proven, cost-effective technology to improve productivity and reliability, reduce expenses, and increase cybersecurity a national priority.

Todays technology includes what the industry calls "smart grid", as well as fiber optics, and mobile workforce.

OVERVIEW: Responsible for maintaining safety accreditation, compliance with EPA, DOT, VOSHA, and VDEQ regulations.

Administers the workers' compensation program to include modified duty assignments.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other related duties may be assigned.

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and effectively.

Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Conducts safety meetings for all NOVEC employees, including planning, developing, implementing, and administering accident prevention and job training.

Conducts the following training courses: first aid, defensive driving, CPR, new employee orientation, accident investigation, electric hazard, eye safety, and fire prevention.

Handles and maintains integrity and confidentiality of highly sensitive human resource and management information records.Monitors and coordinates the motor carrier regulations for the cooperative.Administers NOVEC's random drug and alcohol testing.Accurately records and files all applicable illnesses and injuries to OSHA.Coordinate with the Security Specialist to conduct new employee orientation.Coordinates the work activities of NOVEC environmental consultants.Conducts incident investigation and documentation for all forms of incidents (vehicular, property damage, work procedure errors) and maintains all required documentation.Potentially represents NOVEC in a professional capacity for court or trial cases involving claims, damage, and/or theft.Documents and coordinates all insurance claims.Coordinates and directs the return to work, accommodations, and limited duty program.Performs jobsite and facility work/equipment inspections.Directs the shipping and cleanup of hazardous wastes, lead paint, and asbestos abatement to ensure that NOVEC follows federal and state regulations.Coordinates the work activities of NOVEC environmental consultants.Available 24 hours a day 7 days a week to cover health and safety issues on an on-cal...