Energy Marshal

Company Overview

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and support work activities involving or adjacent to energized electrical equipment
• Help enforce electrical safety procedures, lockout/tagout practices, and site-specific energization controls
• Coordinate with project teams, electrical contractors, and commissioning personnel before energization activities
• Verify that required permits, hazard assessments, and pre-task plans are completed before work begins
• Identify unsafe conditions or behaviors and escalate issues promptly
• Participate in toolbox talks, pre-job briefings, and safety meetings related to electrical work
• Maintain awareness of energized zones and help control access to restricted areas
• Document observations, incidents, near misses, and corrective actions
• Support incident investigations and follow-up actions when needed
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulatory and client requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical training in electrical systems, construction safety, or a related field preferred
• Experience working on construction sites, industrial facilities, data centers, or commissioning projects preferred
• Knowledge of electrical safety practices, including LOTO, arc flash awareness, and energized work controls
• Familiarity with applicable safety standards such as NFPA 70E, OSHA, or local equivalents preferred
• Strong communication and observation skills
• Ability to stop unsafe work and communicate concerns clearly
• Comfortable working in active construction or industrial environments
• Experience supporting mission critical, industrial, utility, or renewable energy projects
• Prior experience in site safety, electrical supervision, or commissioning support
• Safety certifications such as OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, or equivalent
• Physical Requirements
• Ability to walk active job sites for extended periods
• Ability to wear required PPE
• May require climbing stairs, standing for long durations, and working in varying weather or site conditions

Preferred Experience

Physical Requirements

Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance.
• Equal Employment Opportunity:
• Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical training in electrical systems, construction safety, or a related field preferred
• Experience working on construction sites, industrial facilities, data centers, or commissioning projects preferred
• Familiarity with applicable safety standards such as NFPA 70E, OSHA, or local equivalents preferred
• Preferred Experience