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Energy Marshal

Ellaway Blues Consulting, Montgomery, AL, United States


A leading provider supporting

mission-critical data center construction projects

is seeking an experienced

Energy Marshal

to oversee energy isolation and safety procedures during construction, commissioning, and startup activities. This is a critical, high-visibility role focused on preventing accidental energization and ensuring the safety of personnel and equipment in complex, high-risk environments.
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and enforce

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

procedures across all energy sources (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic)
Verify and approve

energy isolation points

prior to any work on energized systems
Conduct

pre-task safety reviews and hazard assessments

for construction and commissioning activities
Coordinate with

electrical, mechanical, and commissioning teams

to ensure proper de-energization, grounding, and system safety
Perform

routine audits and inspections

of LOTO practices, devices, and documentation
Maintain accurate records of

energy isolations, permits, and system clearances
Act as the

sole authority for system re-energization

once work is completed and validated
Intervene and

stop unsafe work immediately

related to energy hazards
Train and mentor site personnel on

energy control procedures and best practices
Support

incident investigations

involving energy-related events
Ensure compliance with

OSHA standards, NFPA 70E, and site-specific safety protocols
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in

data center construction, industrial commissioning, or high-voltage environments
Strong expertise in

LOTO programs and energy isolation procedures
Working knowledge of

data center power infrastructure , including UPS systems, generators, and switchgear
Ability to read and interpret

electrical one-line diagrams and P&IDs
Proven ability to work independently and make

critical safety decisions in high-pressure environments
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Strong attention to detail with a focus on

documentation and compliance

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Preferred Qualifications
OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification
NFPA 70E Electrical Safety certification
Prior experience as an

Energy Marshal, LOTO Coordinator, or Electrical Safety Supervisor
Experience on

hyperscale or mission-critical data center projects
Familiarity with

commissioning processes (Levels 3–5) and integrated systems testing
Why Join
Opportunity to play a critical role in

high-profile data center projects
Work in a

safety-first environment

where your expertise directly protects people and operations
Be part of a team delivering

cutting-edge, mission-critical infrastructure