Employee Health & Safety Specialist

Gridware

. Build and maintain Gridware’s EHS system from the ground up, starting with California-required programs such as the IIPP, hazard communication, emergency action plans, and workplace violence prevention .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing EHS systems, ensuring compliance with OSHA and Cal/OSHA standards, and fostering a zero-incident culture through effective training and hazard management. Proficient in conducting audits, risk assessments, and safety program development tailored to electrical utility and hardware manufacturing environments.

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EHS ExperienceOSHA/Cal/OSHA StandardsSafety Program DevelopmentHazard AssessmentsCSP/CHST/OSHA 30 Certifications

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Hard Skills

Electrical SafetyJob Hazard AnalysesRisk AssessmentsSafety AuditingDocumentation SkillsEmergency Action PlansHazard CommunicationLOTO ProceduresNFPA 70E ComplianceEnvironmental Regulations

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityInvestigation Skills

Tools & Technologies

ISNetworldAvetta

Certifications & Qualifications

CSPCHSTOSHA 30

Industry Keywords

Electrical UtilityHardware ManufacturingField ConstructionEHS MetricsZero-Incident CultureLithium Battery HandlingSolar ComponentsSoldering SafetyMachine SafeguardingEnvironmental Compliance

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and maintain Gridware’s EHS system from the ground up, starting with California-required programs such as the IIPP, hazard communication, emergency action plans, and workplace violence prevention
Partner with field, lab, and R&D teams to develop systems and best practices to progress towards a zero-incident culture
Establish electrical safety programs for lab, test, and manufacturing environments, including NFPA 70E, LOTO, and energized work permits
Manage hazards specific to hardware development and production, including lithium battery handling and storage, solar components, soldering and chemicals, ergonomics, and machine safeguarding
Evaluate and manage pre-job hazard assessments and safety performance reviews
Run inspections, audits, and risk assessments, and track corrective actions to closure
Address seasonal and environmental risks for field crews, such as heat illness prevention, wildfire smoke, and severe weather
Ensure compliance with Cal/OSHA, federal OSHA, DOT, and applicable environmental regulations, including hazardous waste, battery, and e-waste handling
Deliver onboarding and ongoing safety training for employees in the office, at R&D sites, and in the field
Report EHS metrics, including TRIR, DART, near-misses, and leading indicators, to leadership
Work side by side with R&D, Operations, Field, and Manufacturing teams
Report into HR
Perform field work in outdoor conditions, including hiking and proximity to utility poles, with required PPE
Travel up to 10%, including occasional multi-day trips
Lift 25 lbs and walk or stand for extended periods

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of EHS experience in electrical utility, hardware manufacturing, electronics, or field construction/services
Working knowledge of OSHA/Cal/OSHA standards, with expertise in electrical safety and working at heights
Experience writing safety programs, procedures, and job hazard analyses from scratch
Strong investigation, auditing, and documentation skills
Clear communication skills and the ability to work across R&D, Operations, and Field teams
Comfort operating in a fast-moving startup where processes are still being built
Certifications such as CSP, CHST, or OSHA 30
Experience with utility or energy-sector safety requirements and contractor platforms such as ISNetworld or Avetta
Experience supporting hardware R&D labs or scaling a manufacturing operation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental & Vision (Gold and Platinum with some providers plans fully covered)
Paid parental leave
Alternating day off (every other Monday)
“Off the Grid”, a two week per year paid break for all employees
Commuter allowance
Company-paid training