Job Description
The Energy Marshal plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of electrical operations by coordinating, implementing, and managing adherence to the project's Electrical Safety Plan. This individual holds the authority to authorize activities related to working on energized or de-energized equipment, ensuring a safe work environment for all employees.
ResponsibilitiesComplete NFPA 70E training on Electrical Safety Related Work Practices.Assign a competent Deputy Energy Marshal as backup.Review the Electrical Energization Safety Program with the electrical contractor and commissioning authority.Organize and schedule Pre-Energization meetings 5 days in advance of energizing or de-energizing critical equipment.Identify and review roles, authority, and responsibilities of the Energy Marshal and Deputy Energy Marshal at the Pre-Energization meeting.Confirm individuals working on energized/de-energized equipment are Qualified Workers based on NFPA 70E, OSHA, or an accepted qualified electrical safety training standard.Document Qualified Workers certifications in a project log.Deliver a project-specific Electrical Safety Orientation to employees working on energized or de-energized equipment.Review the electrician’s LOTO plan and verify accuracy and proper management.Review electrician and vendor AHA’s.Confirm receipt of the approved coordination study and ensure all arc flash labels have been applied to the equipment.Track and confirm all required QA/QC is complete and documentation has been submitted.Review the daily Pre-Task Plan for energization activities.Implement adequate communication to the project team identifying daily high-risk activities, energized equipment and spaces, barriers, and off-limit spaces.Confirm all pre-energization steps have been completed.Coordinate all energization and de-energization activities with the appropriate stakeholders.Conduct daily kick-off meetings to review LOTO plans with the project team and stakeholders.Maintain progress on the posted single line drawings for energized equipment and LOTO.Conduct pre-energization daily walks with the electrician and project team and perform end-of-day walks for electrical equipment to confirm all systems are secure.Confirm adherence to the LOTO plan and isolation requirements.Add the Energy Marshal locks to each installed lock box, with a specific-colored lock used only by the Energy Marshal. The Energy Marshal lock is the last to be removed after confirming the pre-energization inspection is complete.Confirm adequate signage and barriers are installed for electrical rooms and spaces with energized equipment.Ensure an adequate access control plan is in place for electrical rooms and spaces with energized equipment.Wear a safety vest identifying oneself as the Energy Marshal for easy visual identification in the field.Essential SkillsConstructionData CenterElectricalMedium voltageCommissioningNFPA 70E CertificateLOTO (Lock Out Tag Out)Energy auditElectrical engineeringElectrical constructionAdditional Skills & Qualifications5-10 Years ExperienceData Center experienceElectrical Construction KnowledgeMedium voltageCommissioning ExperienceWork Environment
The role requires on-site presence from 7 AM to 4 PM, adhering to project timelines. The position offers 2 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays. For traveling candidates, there is an opportunity to return home every other weekend. Open to candidates willing to travel or relocate.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fairfax,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.
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