Golden Valley Electric Association
Fairbanks, AK
Who We Are
At GVEA, we work together, as one team, to improve the lives of the members we serve, power economies and provide innovative energy solutions. Employing a diverse workforce composed of safe, committed and self-motivated individuals is paramount to our mission.
We strive to hire and retain employees who share our values of integrity, honesty, accountability, respect, goodwill and continuous improvement. We believe everyone deserves to feel safe and valued at their place of work. So join us, and help us shape the future of energy in Alaska.
Our Mission
Recognizing Golden Valley Electric Association (GVEA)’s importance to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities, the Cooperative’s mission is to safely provide its member-owners with reliable electric service, quality customer service, and innovative energy solutions at fair and reasonable prices.
The cooperative operates and maintains 3,261 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 35 substations and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, the University of Alaska-Fairbanks and all electric utilities in the Alaska Railbelt, which extends from Homer, Alaska to Fairbanks. Peak load in 2018 was 196.6 megawatts (MW). The system peak of 223 MW was set in December 2007.
Our Vision
Working together to improve the quality of life for the members we serve.
History
Incorporated in 1946 in Fairbanks, Alaska, Golden Valley Electric Assn. took shape when a small group of locals became interested in bringing electric service to rural areas and furthering the agricultural industry in Interior Alaska. These pioneers applied to the Rural Electrification Administration, which granted a loan to form a not-for-profit rural electric cooperative.
GVEA now serves nearly 100,000 Interior residents in Fairbanks, Delta Junction, Nenana, Healy and Cantwell. We also serve Interior residents out to 48-mile Steese Highway, 11-mile Elliot Highway (Haystack Subdivision) and 26-mile Chena Hot Springs Road.
The 9.500 kilowatts (kW) Fairbanks Exploration (F.E.) Co. power plant was built in 1927 to serve the gold dredges operating in the Tanana Valley. GVEA purchased power from the F.E. Company until 1952 when GVEA purchased the plant. It was retired in March 1972.
Job Specifications
Healy, Alaska
99,102/year
16 days ago
Full Time
Senior Level
Bachelor's Degree
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Safety Specialist II
Join Golden Valley Electric Association as a Safety Specialist II in Healy, Alaska, and play a critical role in supporting safe and reliable operations at the Healy Power Plant and Eva Creek Wind Farm. In this role, you will help foster a strong culture of safety by supporting employees, contractors, and leadership through training, inspections, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance initiatives in a dynamic industrial environment.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced safety professional to make a direct impact on workplace safety, emergency preparedness, and risk mitigation while supporting critical energy infrastructure across Interior Alaska. With a competitive salary of $99,102 annually, DOE, Grade 12, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on operational excellence and employee wellbeing.
You will have access to excellent benefits, including a defined pension, 401(k) match, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Annual Leave, Wellness Program (including fitness reimbursements), and Tuition Reimbursements. Join a forward-thinking organization where your work directly impacts the communities we serve.
Apply today and help us power the future!
A little about us
GVEA is an electric cooperative which owns and maintains 3,491 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 35 substations, and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, Clear Space Force Station, the University of Alaska-Fairbanks, and all of the electric utilities in the Alaska Railbelt, extending from Homer to Fairbanks. Powering the Interior of Alaska, GVEA contributes to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities.
YOUR ROLE AS A SAFETY SPECIALIST IIAs a Safety Specialist II at Golden Valley Electric Association, you will play a critical role in supporting safe operations at the Healy Power Plant and Eva Creek Wind Farm. In this role, you will provide on-site safety support, conduct inspections, deliver training, and assist employees, contractors, and leadership with maintaining compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
You will help identify and mitigate workplace hazards, support emergency response planning, conduct incident investigations, and assist with the development and implementation of safety programs, procedures, and training initiatives. Responsibilities also include supporting respiratory protection programs, confined space and LOTO compliance, PPE management, contractor safety oversight, and regulatory reporting.
Additionally, you will collaborate with plant leadership to promote a strong culture of safety, provide guidance on regulatory requirements, and support continuous improvement efforts related to workplace health, safety, and risk mitigation. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic industrial environment while making a direct impact on employee safety and operational excellence.
What you need to be successful
To succeed as a Safety Specialist II at Golden Valley Electric Association, candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field. Significant safety-specific experience in an industrial environment may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
Successful candidates will demonstrate strong working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, NIOSH, EPA, ADEC, and DOT regulations, along with experience supporting safety programs in industrial or power plant environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and respond effectively in high-pressure situations.
Candidates should also have experience conducting safety training, incident investigations, inspections, and regulatory compliance activities. A strong commitment to workplace safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement is essential for success in this role.
READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
We're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals. If you're passionate, driven, and committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you! Please fill out our online, mobile-friendly application. We're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
https://gvea.applicantpro.com/jobs/4130554-862319.html
Requirements
Knowledge and skills required for the position are:
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field; equivalent industrial safety experience may be considered in lieu of degree
- Minimum eight years of relevant experience in an industrial work environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ADEC, DOT, NFPA, ANSI, and NIOSH regulations and standards
- Experience conducting safety inspections, incident investigations, and safety training
- Ability to support confined space, respiratory protection, fall protection, and other hazard mitigation programs
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems
- Valid Alaska driver's license required