Solar Safety Manager

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 50 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 75 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Solar Team Safety Manager is a field-based role supporting multiple projects across the Michigan and Ohio regions. Projects include a mix of residential roof-mounted modules, light commercial ground and roof systems, and commercial ground-mounted solar installations. This role serves as a coach, auditor, incident reviewer, and support resource for the project team. Candidates must have a thorough understanding of fall protection, electrical safety, ladders, piling, and trenching equipment, and bring strong communication skills, time management, and a self-driven work ethic to the role.

Responsibilities

Training

• Assess and determine training needs across projects; verify current training status and arrange sessions accordingly
• Track training expirations and coordinate retraining as needed
• Conduct training sessions including work instructions and competent person training across various subjects
• Develop and update training presentations and hands-on training materials

Compliance

• Perform daily job site inspections using Smart Safety Pro in coordination with superintendents and foremen
• Assign corrective actions and follow up to ensure closure
• Provide guidance on best practices, new product implementation, and field trials
• Set the example on site, hold the line on safety standards, and deliver coaching where needed

Culture

• Train and implement the SafeStart behavior-based safety program; incorporate SafeStart into daily conversations and periodically assess foremen and above on usage
• Bring the solar team up to speed on Safety 24/7 skills including MAP, BIG 3, conversations, and all remaining components
• Restart and lead team safety committee meetings; set agendas, expectations, and drive participation and accountability

Qualifications

• Background in construction safety; solar or renewable energy experience strongly preferred
• Thorough knowledge of fall protection, electrical safety (NFPA 70E), ladder safety, piling, and trenching equipment
• Familiarity with OSHA, DOT, and EPA standards
• Experience with incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Strong communication, time management, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence field personnel
• Ability to work independently in a high-production environment (50+ hours/week, including nights and weekends as needed)
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required; must be comfortable with site-to-site travel and overnight stays

Certifications

Required: CPR / First Aid / AED, valid driver's license

Preferred: OSHA 30, OSHA 500 Trainer, NFPA 70E, additional solar or electrical safety certifications a plus

Benefits:
Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan