[Hiring] Independent Contractor - NFPA 70E Arc Flash Consultant @J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.

Role Description

We are seeking to add an Independent Contractor to our EHS Consulting practice. This opportunity is for an Independent Contractor only and does not constitute an employment relationship. Independent Contractors must reside in the U.S. and be legally authorized to perform services within the United States.

• Operate as an independent safety consulting business (e.g., sole proprietor, incorporated entity, or equivalent)
• Provide services to multiple clients and maintain a non-exclusive consulting practice
• Supply their own tools, methodologies, instructional materials, and business processes necessary to deliver services
• Be responsible for all taxes, insurance, and business-related expenses
• Provide their own computer, equipment, and tools necessary to perform services
• Maintain appropriate professional liability coverage, as required under the contractual agreement
• Travel requirements vary based on client engagements, audit needs, and training delivery, and are defined by project or statement of work.

Qualifications

• Education: Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP) desired; PE certification strongly preferred
• Experience:
  • Demonstrated expertise providing safety consulting, regulatory advisory, auditing, and training services to commercial or industrial clients.
  • Proven history of providing independent safety consulting services within consulting and/or complex corporate environments.
  • Extensive experience advising NFPA 70E Arc Flash safety requirements, including interpretation and application of applicable regulations.
  • Strong working knowledge of sales, marketing, and finance concepts related to operating an independent consulting practice.
• Other Skills/Qualifications:
  • Proficiency using business productivity tools (MS Office suite) necessary to deliver reports, presentations, and training materials.
  • Excellent communication skills – verbal, written and presentation
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with client representatives at all levels.
  • Maintains a high level of regulatory expertise.
  • Understanding of sales, marketing, and business finance concepts/applications.
  • Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle to perform required services.

Requirements

• Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.
• Work involves operation of personal computer equipment for extended periods of time.
• Frequent travel to customer sites and/or industry and training events is required.
• Travel Requirements: 80%

Benefits

• We Protect People & The Businesses They Run™