Water Utilities Safety and Training Specialist

Summary This requisition expires on January 31, 2026, 2026 but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date. Responsible for promoting and coordinating Safety and Training in the Water Utilities Department, including hazard analysis and personal protective equipment (PPE) tracking and testing. Essential Functions and Other Important Duties

Essential Functions:

* Prepares and conducting monthly departmental safety and training meetings to ensure that work is performed to standards and so that safety losses may be reduced
* Monitors employees for safety compliance and is familiar with City of Denton policies, trench safety, excavation safety, confined space entry, heavy equipment safety, hoisting and rigging, traffic control safety, general construction, and applicable Water Utility Industry Standards and Regulations
* Coordinates and facilitates safety meetings for work groups and schedules specialized training with vendors for new and highly technical equipment
* Provides training for work groups to ensure safe operation of equipment and personal protective equipment including but not limited to:
Defensive Driving, CPR/AED/First Aid, Confined Space, Trench Safety, Lock Out Tag Out, excavation safety, Hazcom (GHS), Fire Extinguisher, HAZWOPER, etc.
* Ensures vehicle inspections and tool layout inspection, are preformed to comply with all local, state and federal regulatory guidelines.
* Visits field crews to ensure job site safety, identify specific job hazards and observes employee behavior and performance to confirm compliance with applicable safety rules (use of PPE, ladders, correct tools, proper procedures followed, etc.)
* Responds to emergency accident sites to ensure the employee is safe and taken care of; inspects the site, gathers information / investigative data, and recommends any changes to improve future safety
* Perform post-accident oral drug test per City of Denton Policy 108.12
* Performs jobsite safety audits to determine safe work practices and regulatory compliance
* Maintain the tracking and testing of PPE, shoring/shielding equipment, hoisting and rigging and confined space entry equipment including gas monitors, tripod, wenches and cables, utilizing approved system of records
* Assists supervisor in accident investigations to determine incident patterns and remedies to eliminate recurrences
* Maintains utility training computerized database
* Research and recommend new PPE, tooling, and other equipment for respective departments when requested and update crew supervisors and managers of new industry trends and equipment
* Assists supervisor in verification and data collection/tracking for annual safety incentive program
* Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance Additional Duties:
* Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:
* Bachelor's degree in a safety related field with five (5) years of experience in water utility safety
* Competent Person for Excavation and Confined Space Train the Trainer Certification
* Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) OR
* Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

Core Competencies:

* Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
* Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
* Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance
* Ability to design, promote, and evaluate the goals of the safety program
* Strong public speaking skills Preferences:
* Prior experience in water utility safety & training field
* Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Power point, Microsoft Picture
* Knowledge in the use of training equipment such as AED, Projectors, CPR mannequins, Defensive driving instruction
* Experience with OSHA  
* Train the Trainer Certification
* OSHA 500 Trainer Certification
* First Aid and CPR Train the Trainer Certified
* HAZWOPER Train the Trainer Certified Conditions of Employment:
* Must have a valid Class "C" Driver's License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class "C" driver?s license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
* Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
* Must pass a physical examination
* Must be able to work outside normal working hours as needed
* Must possess Competent Person for Excavation and Confined Space Train the Trainer Certification
* Must possess Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) Certification Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:

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