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American Electric Power

Generates, transmits, and distributes electricity

Environmental Safety and Health Coordinator Senior - Safety and Health Coordination

Environmental Health & SafetyPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeMishawaka, IN, USA$74.6k - $109.5k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree in safety, health, industrial hygiene, environmental sciences, or another relevant field; alternatively, an associate degree in a relevant field with four years of power plant or utility field operations experience, or a high school diploma/GED with six years of environmental, safety and health program administration and related field experience.
  • At least four years of experience in environmental, safety and health program administration, or at least four years of experience in power plant or utility field operations, in addition to the listed education requirements.
  • A valid driver’s license.
  • Proficient oral and written skills and basic computer skills.
  • Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy and independence.
  • Ability to climb 300 feet of ladder and work on elevated platforms; employee weight must not exceed 265 pounds due to safety-equipment limitations.
  • Advanced understanding of OSHA regulations; safe electrical work practices; clearance/lockout-tagout requirements and procedures; Global Wind Organisation safety standards for working at heights and advanced rescue; confined-space regulations, procedures, and rescue; environmental requirements for above-ground and underground storage tanks; transportation of hazardous materials; spill prevention, control, and countermeasures; oil and chemical spill response and management; wastewater, stormwater, and drinking-water sampling, reporting, and controls; pollution prevention; and federal and state wildlife conservation policies.
  • Availability by phone after work hours and on weekends, with minimal contact frequency.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate implementation of environmental compliance programs, permit requirements, and corporate environmental policies, standards, procedures, and strategic goals within the assigned region, plant, and project scope.
  • Prepare, advise, and assist management in administering safety and health event-prevention policies and procedures, including public safety matters.
  • Coordinate and implement safety and health programs within the assigned region or facility.
  • Work with corporate Safety and Health management to develop and implement advanced safety and health training programs applicable to the geographic region or technical expertise.
  • Instruct, advise, and assist management and personnel in carrying out company environmental, safety, and health programs.
  • Prepare and deliver training and familiarization topics on company environmental, safety, and health programs to employees.
  • Conduct observations and coach AEP personnel to support successful implementation of company safety and health programs.
  • Support environmental, safety, and health compliance audits and inspections.
  • Coordinate and respond to public inquiries regarding environmental matters.
  • Develop and maintain environmental documents and records for regulatory compliance.
  • Advise and assist management with post-event safety and health causal analysis.
  • Support responses to releases or discharges of regulated substances, including making necessary agency notifications, arranging contractor support, directing cleanup efforts, and preparing follow-up reports for regulatory agencies.
  • Maintain working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local safety and health rules and regulations.
  • Promote and enforce company safety and health event-prevention programs.
  • Travel 20–40% with occasional overnight stays; the position also involves daily travel.

About the Company

American Electric Power

Generates, transmits, and distributes electricity

American Electric Power (AEP) is a large U.S. electric utility that generates, transmits, and distributes electricity to more than five million customers across 11 states. It uses a mix of power sources—coal, natural gas, nuclear, and growing renewable energy—to run a wide network of transmission lines that deliver electricity from plants to homes and businesses. Revenue comes mainly from selling electricity, with rates regulated by state and federal authorities. AEP’s scale, its extensive transmission grid, and its mix of regulated services distinguish it from smaller utilities and pure energy producers. The company aims to provide reliable electric service, manage energy costs, and pursue a gradual shift toward cleaner energy while complying with regulatory requirements.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Columbus, OH
Founded
1906

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