Safety Specialist

About the Role

Lemberg Electric is looking for a Safety Specialist to join our growing team. In this role, you'll partner with our Senior Safety Specialist to ensure our employees work safely and injury-free. You'll spend most of your time visiting job sites, conducting safety audits, leading trainings, and collaborating with teams to promote a strong safety culture. If you're passionate about keeping people safe and want to make an impact every day, this is the opportunity for you.

About Lemberg Electric

As one of Southeastern Wisconsin's largest electrical contractors, Lemberg Electric is proud to be employee-owned and recognized for our quality, safety, and service. We've been part of iconic projects like the Milwaukee Art Museum, Harley-Davidson facilities, Mayfair Mall, IKEA, Deer District, and the Wisconsin Center District. Our teams thrive on solving problems, supporting each other, and working on projects that shape our community.

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What You'll Do

• Conduct and document safety audits across jobsites and facilities.
• Support the development and management of company safety programs.
• Lead safety trainings, orientations, and toolbox talks.
• Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide guidance to employees, managers, and subcontractors on safety issues.
• Collaborate with HR on injury / incident case management.
• Maintain accurate records of training, incidents, and safety tracking.
• Represent Lemberg on safety matters with clients, managers, and industry groups.
• Stay current with OSHA and industry regulations; attend trainings and conferences.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications :

Degree in Occupational Health & Safety (or 5 years related experience with a High School diploma).

OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.

Knowledge of OSHA regulations, Workers Compensation, and claims management.

Ability to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.

Strong communication skills-both written and verbal; comfortable presenting to groups.

CPR / First Aid / AED certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months).

Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications :

OSHA 500 Trainer Certification (or ability to complete within 3 years).

Experience in a construction-related field.

Work Environment

This role involves about 70% travel to job sites and 30% office work. You'll be working in various weather conditions and on active construction sites, using PPE such as safety glasses, hard hat, vest, ear plugs, gloves, and safety shoes. Some lifting (20+ lbs) and walking on uneven surfaces is required.

Benefits

Company-Paid (No Cost to Employees) :

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid Time Off

Mileage Allowance

Life / AD&D Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

LifeLock Subscription

Voluntary Benefits :

401(k)

Supplemental Life & AD&D for employees and dependents

Why Join Us?

Be part of a supportive, employee-owned company.

Work on exciting, high-profile projects.

Play a key role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our team.

Build your career with training, mentorship, and growth opportunities.

EEO Statement

Lemberg Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected status.