Safety Intern

Support the Safety Department with administrative tasks and safety compliance on renewable energy construction projects.

🎯 About the Role

This role provides essential administrative and safety support at job sites, contributing to the company's commitment to safety and compliance. You will assist with documentation, training, and safety procedures, gaining experience in a critical aspect of construction management.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

• 📝 Assist with entering drug and alcohol testing results.
• 📄 Scan employment documentation and log into system as needed.
• 👨‍⚕️ Assist in preparing employee Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol files.
• 🖥️ Enter training rosters into the company Learning Zone or Training Database.
• 👥 Assist in the preparation of meetings and presentations.
• 🧑‍🏫 Coordinate and present safety training to support company and client requirements.
• 🖨️ Have all necessary documentation printed and scanned for crew members when needed.
• 📑 Work directly with the Site Safety Coordinator and management team to develop and maintain an effective site specific safety plan.
• 📢 Communicate with the Safety Manager regarding safety matters.
• 🤝 Attend weekly general safety meetings, weekly supervisor’s safety meetings, and daily Gang box meetings, as required.
• 🔬 Participate in the jobsite R4 Safety Committee as required.
• 👨‍⚕️ Back up drug and alcohol collector.
• 📚 Create and update new hire safety binders and manuals.
• 📊 Maintain current safety info in Excel and pull safety records and stats when needed.
• 📦 Order, track and ship supplies (i.e. stickers, posters, PPE, etc.) where needed.
• ⛑️ Maintain jobsite first aid and emergency response supplies.
• 📜 Understand all environmental permitting regulations and measures to ensure compliance.

✅ Requirements & Skills

• 🎓 Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program studying Safety Management, Occupational Safety or Construction Management or a related field.
• 🌟 Maintain a GPA of 2.9 or higher.
• 💻 Functional computer skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• ✍️ Type and write reports with accuracy and appropriate grammar.
• 🗣️ Speak, and write clearly.
• 🗂️ Excellent organizational skills and able to multi-task.
• 🙋‍♀️ Effectively present information and respond to questions from employees.

🎁 Perks & Benefits

• 💸 Per diem and mobilization stipend to support living and travel expenses.
• 📈 Opportunity for career growth in a large construction firm.

💰 Compensation: $20/hr

📍 Location: Onsite (potential placement in any state throughout the US)