Sr Safety Administrator; Underground

Overview

At TDS Telecom, connecting people is at the heart of everything we do. We leverage cutting‑edge fiber‑internet technology to strengthen communities, and we are dedicated to excellence, striving to create a better world through meaningful connections. Ready to make an impact?

As the Sr Safety Administrator (Underground), you will design, develop, implement, and oversee the organization’s health and safety programs, policies, and procedures to safeguard associates and surrounding communities. You will ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, ADA, DOL, and DOT regulations, partner with Field Services & Outside Plant Construction groups, and serve as the subject‑matter expert on current safety training requirements for field associates.

• Plan, manage, develop, and implement best‑practice safety programs, including written safety programs, proactive agenda topics for team meetings, and coordination of safety training for field associates such as heat exposure and fall protection.
• Conduct safety audits and inspections to identify hazards and unsafe practices, research, select, and standardize new safety equipment, and monitor hazardous waste control and disposal activities.
• Manage the company’s DOT program in conjunction with the TDS Fleet Department, including coordination of DOT driver requirements through an approved vendor.
• Review injury/illness and non‑injury incident reports to identify root causes, recommend solutions, and conduct investigations of accidents with specialists and health and safety authorities.
• Maintain emergency action plans and ensure an inventory of all safety‑related items by facility location.
• Update and manage safety policies within the Safety Handbook to comply with OSHA, EPA, and applicable regulations, and monitor regulatory changes.
• Manage office ergonomics assessments, accommodation review processes, and support the Leave Administration Team with lost‑time injuries and workers’ compensation claims.
• Coordinate office ergonomics assessments and accommodation review processes. Meet with associates to assess workstation concerns and make recommendations, including supporting the medical accommodation process.

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of professional work experience.
• 2+ years of experience in a safety‑sensitive position or safety and security program management.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Horizontal directional drilling experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or commitment to obtain the same.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, First Aid, and Ergonomics.
• A current CDL is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a safety science‑related discipline is a plus.
• Facilities background a plus.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to make difficult decisions concerning complex issues.
• Ability to organize priorities to achieve maximum performance efficiently.
• Ability to multi‑task a variety of projects with diverse groups.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate routinely uses hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The associate frequently stands, walks, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls, climbs poles, ladders, towers or other structures, and may sit, reach with arms, climb, or balance. The job requires lifting and moving up to 50 pounds frequently and occasionally up to more than 100 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

We encourage you to apply if you meet the required qualifications and believe you have the potential to thrive in this role.

Associates scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week have access to comprehensive benefits:

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
• Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs

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