Independent Contractor - Electrical Safety Consultant (Arc Flash / NFPA 70E)
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AI Summary
Requisition #: 19799
Functional Area: Consulting; Workplace Safety
Employment Type: Independent Contractor
Work Options: Independent Contractor - varies based on Scope of Work #LI-Remote
Work Hours: As needed to fulfill contract requirements
Posting
To be considered as an Independent Contractor, individuals must:
- Operate as an independent safety consulting business (e.g., sole proprietor, incorporated entity, or equivalent)
- Provide services to multiple clients and maintain a non-exclusive consulting practice
- Supply their own tools, methodologies, instructional materials, and business processes necessary to deliver services
- Be responsible for all taxes, insurance, and business-related expenses
- Provide their own computer, equipment, and tools necessary to perform services
- Maintain appropriate professional liability coverage, as required under the contractual agreement
Travel requirements vary based on client engagements, audit needs, and training delivery, and are defined by project or statement of work.
Type of Services Requested
- Perform arc flash assessment studies and supporting electrical system evaluations across a variety of industries
- Manage assigned projects from kickoff through completion, including coordination with customers
- Conduct on-site electrical system walkdowns, documenting:
- Equipment configurations
- Conductor lengths and ampacities
- Overcurrent protective devices
- Review field data and existing documentation to support study development and project scope
- Perform arc flash, short circuit, and coordination studies (with focus on interpretation and application of results)
- Conduct arc flash hazard analysis, labeling, and compliance reviews
- Deliver practical, hands-on NFPA 70E / arc flash training to client personnel
- Perform electrical safety audits and gap analyses, including report creation and communication of findings
- Identify electrical code and safety compliance issues (NEC/NFPA based)
- Develop arc flash deliverables including:
- Arc flash labels
- Single-line diagrams
- Recommendations to reduce incident energy and improve worker safety
- Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) supporting internal teams and client engagements
Qualifications
- Master Electrician license strongly preferred
- Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP) desired
- PE certification considered but not required
- Strong hands-on electrical field experience in commercial or industrial environments
- Must be able to independently complete arc flash assessment studies from data collection through final deliverables
- Practical experience applying NFPA 70E requirements in real-world settings
- Experience conducting electrical system assessments, troubleshooting, installation, or maintenance
- Experience working directly with clients in field, consulting, or project-based environments
- Ability to translate technical requirements into clear, actionable safety guidance
- Experience working as a Master Electrician, Journeyman Electrician, or Electrical Contractor
- Experience supporting or implementing NFPA 70E programs, including labeling and PPE assessments
- Background delivering electrical safety or arc flash training
- Familiarity with lockout/tagout (LOTO), energized work permits, and safe work practices
- Experience in manufacturing, construction, utilities, or multi-site operations
- Previous consulting or client-facing experience in safety, compliance, or electrical services
- Experience developing or reviewing single-line diagrams and electrical drawings
- Exposure to large or complex electrical distribution systems
- Strong communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
- Ability to engage effectively with field personnel, supervisors, and leadership
- Working knowledge of NFPA 70E and NEC standards
- Proficiency in MS Office or similar tools for reporting and deliverables
- Ability to manage multiple projects and client expectations
- Maintains a high level of regulatory and technical expertise
- Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle to perform required services
Physical Requirements
Work is performed in both office and field environments. Frequent travel to customer sites is required. Work may involve accessing electrical equipment, walking job sites, and operating standard computer equipment for extended periods.
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J. J. Keller History: November 1, 2023, marked 70 years of business for J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. Click HERE to take a tour through three generations of this family-owned business – from our founding as a one-man consulting firm through decades of delivering on our purpose of protecting people and the businesses they run.
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J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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