Safety Intern

Power Construction
Chicago, IL, United States
Full-time
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POSITION SUMMARY :

The Safety Intern will be responsible for handling day-to-day tasks assigned by the Safety Department, including supporting projects, implementing and maintaining safety protocols, supporting strategic safety initiatives, and completing any assignments required as part of the internship program.

This individual will report to the assigned member of the Safety Department. The ideal candidate will be well organized, detail oriented, self-directed, interact with project-based teams and have an understanding of construction related practices and policies.

Preferably, the individual will be striving for a career in construction, safety, risk management, or related field.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Implement on-site safety program responsibilities and duties;
  • Assist in developing, revising and conducting employee / subcontractor safety trainings;
  • Identify, report and assist in resolution of safety violations, unsafe behaviors and non-compliant conditions;
  • Relay safety-related communication and provide support to required parties (i.e. project team);
  • Site safety documentation content review and management as required;
  • Program and document development and revision as required;
  • Assist in evaluation of company and contractor safety performance and selection;
  • Additional assignments per Supervisor's direction.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS :

  • Working to complete a Safety and Health Degree from an accredited program;
  • Passion for safety, construction, and injury / accident prevention;
  • Strong organization, communication and prioritization skills;
  • Self-starter with the ability to schedule and efficiently support teams;
  • Ability to assume responsibility and interface well with project team;
  • Problem solving ability;
  • Attention to detail;
  • Desire for visiting various construction projects;
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft applications; Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, capture and organize videos and photos, etc.;
  • Vehicle to travel in and around Chicago and its suburbs.

Power Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Power Construction is committed to increasing opportunities for historically disadvantaged workers (including women and members of disproportionately affected racial and ethnic groups), as well as residents of marginalized communities.

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