After Hours Distribution Safety Specialist- Distribution Lines (Line Worker)

JOB SUMMARY

This position will work a non-traditional schedule. It will support After-hours trouble men and After-hours crews in the 4 Metro Distribution Areas. This schedule will include weekends and holidays. Work with management, employees and safety committees in implementing injury avoidance and accident prevention programs and providing safety training for Distribution Power line crews. Assure compliance with all internal and external safety policies, regulations, and procedures. Analyze, develop, and coordinate training programs to improve safety performance. Implement and follow-up on safety program initiatives. Provide safety support during storm restoration activities. Promote Georgia Power's Southern Lifestyle, Functional Movement, and Wellness initiatives. Model, promote and support an employee-owned safety culture that takes pride in Pursuing Safety Excellence, training and implementing Behavior Based Observations (Safety Through Everyone’s Participation i.e. S.T.E.P) and Critical Risk Plan. Partnering with the First Line Supervisors and performing job observations. Maintains the confidentiality of safety reports and incidents. Plays an active role in safety meetings, safety discussions, and safety evaluations. Interfaces with regulatory agencies, assists in program writing, and ensures notification of the appropriate agency(s) in cases of non-compliance. Ensures employees know and understand Safety and Health policies and procedures by working and teaching employees.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Experience and Education

• Prior experience dealing with safety-related policies and procedures is highly desired
• Minimum of five years of Distribution line/Troubleman experience including Storm response activities is required
• High School diploma required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Must be highly motivated and possess strong self-initiative
• Experience in a leadership role will be a plus
• Must possess the ability to work independently and is recognized as catalyst and change agent; willingness to challenge the status quo
• The successful individual must possess the ability to develop into and be recognized as the subject matter expert in safety and health issues
• Knowledgeable about region operations and distribution organizations business activities, accident prevention and investigation procedures
• Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Must be able to communicate with all levels of employees in the Corporate and Distribution areas
• Must be able to establish strong relationships with the Region Leadership team and serve as an employee advocate on safety issues
• Ability to interpret safety rules and regulations
• Must possess good analytical skills

Other Requirements

• Computer proficiency with Microsoft tools – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, TEAMS, SharePoint, and Power BI
• Must be proficient in sourcing data from the internet
• Very good presentation skills
• Overnight travel required as necessary
• Effectively manages and works to eliminate risks associated by utilizing the Behavior Based Observations program and Job Safety Briefings
• Investigates non-compliance incidents and ensures notification to appropriate regulatory agencies takes place
• Performs safety walk downs (audits) with members of the supported distribution areas to eliminate risks and share findings with leadership

Behavioral Attributes

• Model Our Values
• Superior interpersonal skills
• Must know, understand, and fully embrace Pursuing Safety Excellence Culture
• Must know, understand and fully embrace Southern LifeStyle