[Hiring] Director Data Center Safety @KGP Telecommunications

Role Description

The Director, Data Center Safety is the Data Center business unit's field safety lead. The Director implements the Circet USA safety management system on data center job sites nationwide. This includes:

• Circet USA Injury and Illness Prevention Program (OHS-01)
• Circet USA Occupational Health and Safety Manual (OHS-02)
• Federal and local regulations
• Data center owner and general contractor site safety requirements

Data center scopes include:

• Structured cabling and low voltage
• Fiber and OSP to the site
• Electrical and mechanical work, much of it performed by subcontractors

Essential duties & responsibilities include:

• Schedule and perform safety inspections and Safety Team Audits of data center job sites.
• Prepare inspection reports and ensure that all completed inspections are in the database of record.
• Prepare site-specific safety plans that follow federal, state, local, customer, and Circet rules and regulations.
• Track inspection findings to closure and communicate status in all applicable internal and external systems.
• Ensure all incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions are reported immediately to Corporate EHS.
• Support incident investigations and root cause analyses led by Corporate EHS.
• Oversee subcontractor safety performance in the field.
• Provide field safety data and trend observations to Corporate EHS and Data Center operations management.
• Deliver Corporate EHS-approved training on site or remotely as requested.
• Serve as the Data Center business unit's primary field safety contact with Corporate EHS.
• Perform other duties as requested by Manager.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Technical degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of construction safety experience.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction required.
• Preferred: OSHA 500 Authorized Outreach Trainer (Construction).
• Board or NASP safety certification (CHST, ASP, CSP, or NASP designation).
• NFPA 70E training.
• First Aid/CPR/AED.
• Proficient use of Microsoft programs and applications.
• Proficient use of iOS and/or Android applications.

Requirements

• Exhibit personal power and leadership.
• Exhibit self-awareness.
• Exhibit a tendency for continuing education and self-improvement.
• Exhibit enthusiasm and determination.
• Exhibit industry awareness.
• Exhibit intellectual curiosity.
• Exhibit exceptional organizational skills.
• Exhibit a strong problem-solving approach.
• Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exhibit the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Physical Demands

• Travel through active construction areas and safely navigate uneven ground.
• Climb stairs and use ladders or approved access systems as necessary.
• Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend to observe work areas.
• Access data halls, electrical and mechanical spaces, rooftops, and other parts of the site.
• Wear required personal protective equipment.
• Carry a laptop, tablet, inspection equipment, and other job-related items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Use a computer, tablet, and mobile phone to document inspections and prepare reports.
• Drive or ride in a vehicle and travel by air as required.
• Work in areas with construction noise, dust, changing temperatures, and outdoor weather conditions.
• Remain on site for extended periods and work shifts that may exceed eight hours.
• Maintain the mobility, balance, and awareness needed to move safely through an active construction site.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Digital Health & Wellness Support.
• Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Insurance.
• Short-term & Long-term disability.
• Group term & Voluntary life insurance.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Paid Time Off & 401K.
• Company Discount Website.

Company Description

Circet USA is the leading provider of Network Services in North America, specializing in engineering and construction services. We deliver comprehensive solutions across Inside Plant, Outside Plant, and Wireless networks to meet the evolving infrastructure needs of our customers.