Construction Safety Intern

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The construction safety intern is responsible for ensuring professional health, safety, and environmental practices at project sites. The position will provide an on-the-job presence to work alongside project personnel to ensure successful implementation and compliance with Niles EHS management system.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• On-site safety presence to oversee project safety throughout the project life cycle.
• Technical support for Project Managers and Operations.
• Ensure compliance with project safety plans.
• On site safety responsibilities.
• Delivery of the morning daily safety engagement and end of day safety debrief.
• Daily safety audit to ensure safety compliance.
• Implement immediate corrective actions when deficiencies are found.
• Inspect safety equipment daily start of each day.
• Pre-start inspection generators /compressors and other fixed equipment
• Equipment pre-start documentation
• Spotter duties
• Hazardous chemical storage / inspections. Label unmarked containers etc.
• Conduct hazard assessments, identifying and addressing unsafe conditions and behaviors.
• Conduct safety orientations for new employees and subcontractors. Ensure they are signed onto project documentation.
• Provides on-site safety training for roofing employees.
• Reports accidents & injuries and assists with investigations.
• Build meaningful and lasting relationships with customers, project managers and project teams.
  
  

Required Experience

• Working toward a degree in construction experience or related field.
• Experience in automotive or commercial roofing experience will be looked upon favorably.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  
  

Technical Skills

• Entry level position. No previous experience required but is a plus.
  
  

Qualifications

• Will require travel pending project location and point of hire.
• A passion for safety
• Strong desire to be successful and grow with the company
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Punctuality and attention to detail
• Ability to persuade others
• Ability to learn quickly and solve problems
  
  

Niles Shared Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, marital status or parental status, height, weight, citizenship status, arrest record, disability, genetic information, military or veterans' status or any other legally protected status by federal, state, or local law.