Safety Lead (Ohio and Indiana)

Join us!

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Safety Team at UtiliQuest, LLC as a Safety Lead. UtiliQuest, LLC has been a leading provider of quality underground utility damage prevention for over three decades. With headquarters located in Alpharetta, Georgia just north of Atlanta, we have offices located in states including California, Indiana, Ohio, Arkansas and the Eastern US from Georgia to New York with over 2,700 employees. Founded in 1998, UtiliQuest is a subsidiary of Dycom Industries, a leading provider of specialty contracting services to the telecommunications and infrastructure industry.

Meet the team

Our Safety Team is held to high standards and expectations. It is key that you are a self-motivated professional with strong work ethic, organizational and interpersonal skills, and are ready to add value to our team on day one.

The Safety Lead reports directly to the Safety Manager. In this role, the ideal candidate will be responsible for improving the safety culture in the assigned areas by identifying and addressing the concerns. The Safety Lead will also objectively investigate and communicate findings to management.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short and Long Term Disability

• Supplemental Life and AD&D

• 401(k) Retirement Savings w/ Company Match

• Stock Purchase Plan

• Company Discounts

• Legal Insurance

• Paid Time Off and Holidays

  The Day-to-Day

• Coordinate and facilitate the following functions: conduct safety training, conduct onsite inspections, investigate accidents or injuries

• Document and maintain safety performance standards and specifications

• Provides safety meeting support through topic suggestions, conducting safety meeting audits, and safety presentations.

• Conducts random Job Safety Observations, as well as, auditing the JSO program in their division.

• Review safety data, establish, and enforce safety guidelines and procedures

• Lead and/or assist in the development of safety procedures, programs, and training as well as oversee safety programs

• General clerical/administrative duties, tasks, and special projects as required or assigned

• Participate in all post-accident conference calls in their respective area

• Maintains baseline familiarity with OSHA and DOT regulations as applicable

• All other duties as assigned to support the business needs

  Supervisory Requirements

• Ability to train and educate employees on effective safety practices and procedures

• Ability to professionally address safety complaints and resolve problems.

• Must be able to travel (overnight travel may be required).

• Ability to be flexible and adaptive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment

  What do you need

• High School Diploma or GED required

• One or more years of locate/supervisory experience required

• Must be able to complete OSHA 30 certification

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Google Suite, and Gmail with the ability to learn new systems and software related to the role

• Apply critical thinking skills to understand problems, analyze facts, and anticipate results to make decisions based on available information and meet deadlines

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals at all levels and areas within the organization

• Must be able to demonstrate strong leadership skills including the ability to collaborate

• Must have and maintain a valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record

Starting at $56,000 per year (Salary is commensurate with experience)

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

UtiliQuest, LLC (“UtiliQuest”) is a quality provider of damage prevention and infrastructure-related services specializing in underground facility locating serving the gas, electric, and telecommunications industries. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we have provided locating services since 1985 and proudly serve clients in eighteen states including the District of Columbia. Our experience, innovation, and commitment to providing value-added services have resulted in safer excavations, reduced damages, and improved data accuracy. Our commitment to innovating new technologies specifically designed for the damage prevention industry has given our clients a clear and documented advantage to the common goal of reducing damages. This commitment combined with the people behind it is the foundation of our culture.

To learn more about our company and benefits, please visit our website UtiliQuest Careers

Building stronger solutions together

Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

*The pay scale for this position is starting at $56,000 per year (Salary is commensurate with experience)