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Horn Lake, Mississippi, United States
Onsite
Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan.
The Energy Marshal supports safe operations around energized electrical systems by helping ensure work is planned and executed in accordance with site safety requirements, electrical safety standards, and company procedures. This role works closely with construction teams, contractors, commissioning teams, and safety personnel to reduce risk related to electrical energization activities.
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
High school diploma or equivalent required
Five (5) or more years of experience in commercial construction, installation, service, maintenance, or related field operations.
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
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
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.
