Golden Valley Electric Association (GVEA) of Fairbanks, AK is looking to hire a full-time Safety Assistant as part of the Member Services Division located in Fairbanks, AK. This is an IBEW position that earns a competitive starting wage of $27.96 and excellent benefits.

GVEA is an electric cooperative which maintains 3,261 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 35 substations, and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, the University of Alaska-Fairbanks, and all of the electric utilities in the Alaska Railbelt, extending from Homer to Fairbanks. Powering the Interior of Alaska, GVEA contributes to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities.

We recognize the importance of a diverse workforce composed of safe, committed, and self-motivated employees. GVEA strives to hire and retain employees who share our values of integrity, honesty, accountability, respect, goodwill, and continuous improvement.

Our Safety Assistant provides technical and administrative support to the Safety section. While assisting the Safety Specialists, they conduct new employee safety orientations, schedule training sessions corporate wide and help with report preparation. They assist the Safety Section in providing employees, supervisors, and managers with safety equipment and personal protective equipment selection, use and purchase. Some other tasks include maintaining OSHA and DOT required records and help in general liability claims and worker compensation injury reporting.

The Safety Assistant plays an integral role in GVEA's ability to serve the Interior of Alaska in providing reliable electric service at fair and reasonable prices!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A SAFETY ASSISTANT

• Associate degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Science or Engineering. Two years or more of employment in a safety specific role may be considered in lieu of education.
• Minimum of three years relevant experience in a related field.
• Valid Alaska driver's license is required.
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST), Certified Utility Safety Administrator (CUSA), Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or other Occupational Health and Safety certification is preferred.

Previous work experience in a Cooperative or Electric Utility would be preferred but multiple factors will be taken into consideration.

Do you have excellent interpersonal skills? Do you have demonstrated computer experience in word processing, data base programs, spreadsheets, electronic mail and Internet use? Do you have the ability to prioritize managing multiple tasks and problem-solving independently? Can you work in a group? Are you attentive to detail? Can you effectively prioritize multiple tasks? Can you maintain a confident and professional demeanor under stressful conditions? Are you dependable and trustworthy? If so, you might just be perfect for this position!

WORK SCHEDULE

This position typically works 8 hours per day, 5 days per week. Additional hours as required.

READY TO JOIN OUR ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE TEAM?

If you feel that you would be the right fit for this job, please fill out our online, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 99701

This position is open until filled.

Note: As a condition of employment, successful applicants must become an IBEW member within 30 days after employment.