Safety REP Assoc - SR

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

El Paso Electric (EPE) is a regional energy provider that is engaged in generation, transmission, and distribution service to power approximately 460,000 customers in a 10,000-square mile area of the Rio Grande Valley in west Texas and southern New Mexico. We invite you to visit epelectric.com to learn more about EPE and our strategic initiatives. Join our EPE Team, and TOGETHER, we will transform the energy landscape.

DATE POSTED: 06/11/25 CLOSING DATE: 06/18/25

GRADE LEVEL: 51 - 53

DEPARTMENT: Safety

STARTING SALARY: $59,800 - $104,000 annually. Salary is commensurate with experience.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree (Science, Engineering or other technically related discipline); or
• Equivalent combination of related training and utility/ safety experience.

EXPERIENCE:

Zero (0) to five (5) years of experience

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Experience in electric power generation, transmission, or distribution systems preferably of which are in a highly responsible safety capacity, or
• Knowledgeable in operational and/or administrative safety and health related functions.
• Knowledge of operational practices and procedures related to electric power generation, transmission, and distribution systems or occupational safety and health functions.
• Knowledge of safety principles, practices, procedures, investigative methods, and corrective actions.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations including, but not limited to, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations pertaining to electric power generation, transmission, and distribution (29 CFR 1910.269), US Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, and an understanding of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, as amended.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and energized equipment clearances.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Competence in coordinating and managing safety projects, including tracking progress, managing timelines, and ensuring safety goals are achieved.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with officers, managers, fellow employees, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain a strong sense of propriety concerning confidential matters.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts work task audits, facility and equipment inspections for defects and potential violations.

• Ensures and verifies that corrective action is taken and maintains records of the inspections and corrective measures.

• Coordinates Hazard Communication, OSHA, and DOT compliance, which may include air monitoring, hearing and respiratory testing, environmental issues and DOT Medical Testing.

• Consult and serve as liaison to Company Officials in Safety, OSHA, DOT, and Department of Labor - Apprenticeship issues.

• Investigates accidents to determine root cause, makes recommendations to prevent further recurrences and assures preventive measures are implemented.

• Assists and/or serves as a resource and backup for Claims and other Safety Professionals.

• Serves on respective Safety and/or Technical Training Committees.

• Reviews and makes recommendations on revisions to the Safety Manual and safety policies/procedures.

• Conducts pre-job safety awareness programs for contractors as required.

• Assists with Public Safety Awareness Programs as required.

• Assists in the implementation of new and revised company safety programs, manuals, policies.

• Create reports, training curriculums, training books and materials.

• Assists with coordination and implementation of safety standards as required by Federal, State and Local Laws.

• Keeps abreast of new changes in the industry to improve and implement safety processes within EPE and trains in assigned area as needed.

• Reports to various locations (other than home base) as directed.

• Required participation in on-call rotations, being available to respond to incidents or accidents, and contributing to immediate safety measures and incident management as needed.

• Valid driver's license and be in compliance with the Company's Driving Program and Vehicle Use policy.

• Complies with all applicable Company policies, procedures and code of ethics as well as all applicable governmental laws and regulations to include employment, safety and environmental standards and regulations.

• Perform other related tasks that are not included, but are within the context of the duties defined.

If interested in applying for this position, you must apply online by 5:00 PM, June 18, 2025. (Please scroll back up to the "Apply Now" button)