Lockout/Tagout Writer - Hazardous Energy Control with Security

A Lockout Tagout (LOTO) Writer plays a crucial role in ensuring workplace safety by developing and documenting procedures to control hazardous energy during maintenance or servicing of machinery. This role is vital for preventing accidents and ensuring a safe working environment. Responsibilities Key duties include establishing and monitoring energy control practices, performing audits of active LOTO procedures, and leading investigations related to LOTO procedure violations and/or hazardous energy releases. Identifying Energy Sources: Assessing machinery and equipment to identify all potential energy sources, such as electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical.

Identifying Appropriate Safety Devices: Evaluate energy source for isolation and identify the appropriate electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic or mechanical locking device to be applied.

Creating LOTO Procedures: Develop strategies and write clear, step-by-step instructions for safely shutting down, isolating, and de-energizing equipment.

Compliance with Regulations: Ensuring that all LOTO procedures meet OSHA standards and other relevant safety regulations.

Collaboration: Working closely with maintenance teams, safety officers, and operators to gather accurate information about equipment and processes.

Training and Consultation: Providing training to employees on how to follow LOTO procedures and use safety devices effectively.

Documentation and Updates: Maintaining detailed records of LOTO procedures and updating them as equipment or processes change. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 7 years' experience in procedure writing, maintenance planning, or work control processes. Equivalencies may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis: Associate's degree plus 2 additional years of relevant experience

High School Diploma plus 4 additional years of relevant experience MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

Role Insight: Focuses specifically on managing hazardous energy sources in industrial settings.

Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, including schematics and configuration management.

Skills: Excellent written communication, analytical thinking, and proficiency with software tools for documentation.

Ability to work in a diverse work environment.

Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.

Anticipated Compensation Anticipated Start Date TBD, pending award Omega Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

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