Location: Stanford, CA
campus operations, optimizing and prioritizing efficiency in all aspects of campus life, from resource and utility management, to transportation and community behavior. SUI develops strategic, long-term goals that help reduce Stanford's environmental impact, supporting the university’s commitment to be a good environmental steward.
JOB PURPOSE: The role of the Utilities Safety Manager is to define, establish, and oversee environmental, health, and safety disciplines to ensure a safe work environment and to achieve compliance with the Land, Buildings and Real Estate's (LBRE) environmental, health and safety standards, Stanford University (SU), and governmental regulatory requirements.
This role supports and manages the safety programs for Energy Operations (EO) and Water Resources and Civil Infrastructure (WRCI) within Sustainability, Utilities & Infrastructure (SUI).
CORE DUTIES: Develop, administer, and participate in all CAL-OSHA required/mandatory safety training for SUI in coordination with LBRE Safety and Stanford Environmental Health & Safety, which would include establishing and maintaining safety training programs and records which are required by LORS, including electrical safety, fall protection, Confined Space Entry, respiratory protection, hearing conservation and work control programs. Develop budget requirements for safety programs, participate in budget
development and ensure financial goals are met. Ensure the Safe Work Permit (SWP) and Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) programs are properly administered, audited, and updated as needed, including performing field observations.
Participate in Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) development, job briefings, and any complex job that requires multi-party involvement to ensure compliance with JHA/SWP/LOTO. Evaluate effectiveness of safety programs and training via audits, inspections, and meetings. Participate in the LBRE Safety committee with representation of SUI’s Industrial Safety efforts. Provide expert knowledge on safety and be the go-to representation on all matters related to safety from an industrial hygiene perspective.
Develop and implement emergency preparedness and response procedures in accordance with SU emergency preparedness program and assist AD Operations with Emergency Action Plan. Provide oversight of safety technical operations such as rigging and lifting plans, confined spaces entry operations, LOTO operations, etc. Assist on product verification to prevent counterfeits and recalls. Investigate near-miss, accident, and incidents, and complaints concerning potential hazards or unsafe conditions in the workplace, and then participate in Root Cause Analysis lessons learned and corrective actions.
Recommend and implement improvements in processes, design, procedures, and operating equipment to minimize the hazard potential; participate in Design Change Management as part of the Management of Change program. Oversee and maintain implementation of hazardous waste and material storage and inventory, including keeping SDS records and training. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in arts/science in related allied/scientific field and seven years progressively responsible experience in occupational safety and health, emergency response/management, risk management and/or allied/scientific field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
The desired candidate will have strong electrical, confined spaces, fall protection and control of hazardous energy safety background in an industrial environment with experience in energy generation and/or distribution. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of Cal/OSHA, CCR Title 8, Chapter 4 especially Subchapters 4, 5 and 7. Working knowledge of OSHA sections Subpart S, 1926, 1910.147, and 1910.269. Working experience with NFPA 70E- Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace.
Working knowledge of NFPA 70 – National Electric Code. Experience in backssing electrical safety and technical skills of qualified workers. Experience with qualification and continuing technical training programs. Demonstrated ability to conduct effective health and safety surveys, quantitative and qualitative exposure/ risk backssments, and most complex data analyses; ability to provide recommendations for exposure/risk control. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with diverse audiences; ability to explain technical concepts clearly and concisely.
Ability to maintain current knowledge of and interpret specific government agency requirements (statutes, regulations, licenses, and permits) and university policies. Working knowledge of the scientific and technical aspects of various regulatory requirements and potential impact on assigned work area(s). Certifications and Licenses: Certified Safety Professional strongly preferred. WORKING CONDITIONS: Must wear personal protective equipment as defined/required by job assignments. May be exposed to high voltage electricity, and rarely exposed to electromagnetic fields, lasers, noise 80d B TWA, allergens/biohazards/chemicals or asbestos, or heavy metals May work in confined spaces or at heights ≥10 feet.
WORK STANDARDS: Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements. Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http: //adminguide. stanford. edu. The expected pay range for this position is $144,000.00 to $165,000.00 per annum/hour. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (cardinalatwork. stanford. edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process. The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.
Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additional Information Schedule: Full-time Job Code: 4386 Employee Status: Regular Grade: L Requisition ID: 99459 Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible For more details: jobs-search. org/finance_stanford-c426101/utilities-safety-manager-stanford_i1971188918
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