Field Safety Lead

Primary Function

The Field Safety Lead is responsible for providing day-to-day safety leadership, coordination, and technical guidance to Field Safety Representatives across assigned project sites. Serving as the first point of contact for field safety matters, the Field Safety Lead ensures consistent execution of safety standards, mentors field safety personnel, and escalates issues requiring management action to the Safety Manager. This is a fully field-based role requiring regular presence at active construction sites, with the majority of time spent observing operations, coaching crews, and reinforcing safe work practices.

This position will be initially based in the Ohio region but is ultimately project-based and will report to Dashiell’s Safety Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities

Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions:

• Serve as the primary field point of contact for Field Safety Representatives, providing daily guidance, direction, and support on safety execution across assigned project sites.
• Coordinate field safety coverage, scheduling, and resource deployment in collaboration with the Safety Manager.
• Monitor and ensure consistent application of safety standards, procedures, and documentation requirements across all assigned sites.
• Escalate safety concerns, resource needs, and unresolved issues to the Safety Manager in a timely manner.
• Conduct periodic field reviews of Field Safety Representative performance, providing constructive feedback and coaching.
• Maintain a visible and active presence at project sites to observe operations, identify hazards, and reinforce safe work practices.
• Develop and implement pre-job safety execution plans and Job Safety Task Analyses (JSTAs).
• Perform jobsite safety audits, inspections, and consultations addressing compliance, procedural, subcontractor, equipment, and environmental concerns.
• Support high-risk activities including energized work, confined space entry, lockout/tagout, and heavy equipment operations.
• Ensure inspection, testing, and proper documentation of safety equipment including insulated tools, rubber goods, protective grounds, and fall protection systems.
• Lead on-site incident investigations, including injuries, vehicle incidents, near misses, and third-party events; perform root cause analysis and coordinate corrective actions with the Safety Manager.
• Review and verify safety-related documentation such as permits (Confined Space, LOTO, Energized/Close Proximity Work) and driver logs.
• Prepare reports and maintain records related to investigations, audits, permits, and safety documentation; ensure timely and accurate completion of all required submissions.
• Represent the company during client safety meetings, audits, and third-party reviews at the site level.
• Support client and contractor safety professionals as needed; serve as the on-site safety liaison for client-driven safety initiatives.
• Participate in monthly internal Safety Committee meetings and represent field safety operations during committee discussions.
• Provide technical advice, coaching, guidance, and mentoring to Field Safety Representatives and field personnel on safety initiatives and compliance expectations.
• Conduct and oversee safety and compliance training including Safety Orientations, Equipment Operation, Forklift, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, First Aid/CPR, and DOT compliance.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct jobsite safety meetings; attend daily, weekly, and client-mandated meetings as required.
• Support the Safety Manager in development and continuous improvement of safety programs, standards, and best practices.
• Advise the Safety Manager and operations leadership in developing safety policies, procedures, and accident prevention strategies.
• Submit daily safety activity reports and site visit lookahead schedules to the Safety Manager.
• Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Strengthen day-to-day safety execution across project sites by serving as a consistent, accessible, and knowledgeable field safety resource.
• Accelerate the development of Field Safety Representatives through hands-on coaching, mentorship, and real-time feedback.
• Reduce incident rates through proactive hazard identification, visible field presence, and immediate corrective intervention.
• Improve communication flow between field safety operations and the Safety Manager, ensuring timely escalation and resolution of safety issues.
• Enhance regulatory and client compliance across assigned projects through consistent oversight and documentation standards.
• Elevate Dashiell’s safety culture by modeling leadership, accountability, and professionalism in every field interaction.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of construction, craft, or safety experience in construction or industrial environments.
• Minimum of 3 years in a dedicated field safety role.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire).
• Demonstrated experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, DOT, NFPA, and NESC regulations and construction safety standards.
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and influence safe work practices among field personnel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability work weekends as needed to meet project demands.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.

 

Preferred

• Experience in substation and/or transmission construction environments.
• OSHA 500 or equivalent advanced safety credential.
• Professional safety certifications such as CHST, OHST, CSP, CESCP, or CUSP.
• Prior lead or supervisory experience overseeing safety personnel.
• Experience supporting client safety audits and regulatory inspections.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8–12 hours).
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders and access elevated work areas.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to work near energized electrical equipment.
• Ability to wear required PPE at all times, including hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, FR clothing, gloves, and hearing protection.
• Ability to operate company vehicles safely and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel frequently, including overnight stays.

 

Environmental Conditions

• Regular outdoor work in varying weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, humidity, and wind.
• Exposure to electrical hazards, energized equipment, and arc flash environments.
• Exposure to noise, dust, vibration, and industrial job site conditions.

 

Driving & Safety-Sensitive Position

This position is classified as safety-sensitive and may require:

• Maintenance of a valid driver’s license.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Compliance with company motor vehicle policies.
• Compliance with drug and alcohol testing requirements where applicable.

 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined by Company policy.