Safety Intern

MasTec Inc•Louisville, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Intern provides administrative support to the jobsite and performs clerical tasks for the Safety Department. The intern supports safety functions at the assigned jobsite, assists the Safety Manager and Safety Coordinator with safety matters, and works with the Drug and Alcohol Coordinator and the corporate Environmental, Safety & Health Administrator. The role supports employee information and reporting, safety compliance, training, jobsite supplies, and emergency response resources. It is a full-time position typically scheduled for 50 hours per week, subject to project requirements, and requires up to 90% travel with a presence at the project site and intermittent travel to the employee’s residence of record. Compensation is $20+ DOE, with paid holidays and per diem.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an Associate Degree (A.A.) program in Safety, Construction, or a related field.
Knowledge of MIC Health and Safety programs and project-specific regulations.
Functional computer skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to manage the safety program.
Ability to type and write accurate reports with appropriate grammar.
Clear speaking and writing skills.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to employee questions.
Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift performing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.
Ability to maintain physical strength and stamina; fully use arms, hands, and legs; push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.
Stamina to perform tasks repetitively and continuously for several-hour intervals.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
Ability to move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
Ability to work at heights and comply with safety and fall-protection requirements, including using required equipment.
Ability to evaluate information against measurable standards, notice details and slight differences in shapes and shadings, and visualize three-dimensional objects from drawings.
Ability to maintain balance and coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet.
Adequate vision and hearing, naturally or with correction.
Willingness to travel up to 90% and be present at project sites.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with MSHA and OSHA regulations or a general safety background.

Responsibilities

Assist with entering drug and alcohol testing results.
Scan employment documentation and enter it into the system as needed.
Assist in preparing employee Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol files.
Enter training rosters into the MIC Training Database for classroom and safety training sessions, including courses in the office and in the field for jobs without a Site Safety Coordinator.
Assist with preparing meetings and presentations.
Coordinate and present safety training to support MIC and client requirements, including planning, documentation, and presentation of New Hire Orientation and other training as appropriate to experience and knowledge.
Print and scan necessary documentation for crew members when needed.
Work with the Site Safety Coordinator and management team to develop, implement, and maintain a site-specific safety plan.
Communicate safety matters to the Safety Manager.
Attend weekly general safety meetings, weekly supervisor safety meetings, and daily Gang box meetings as required.
Participate in the jobsite R4 Safety Committee as required.
Serve as a backup drug and alcohol collector.
Create and update new-hire safety binders and manuals.
Maintain current safety information in Excel and retrieve safety records and statistics when needed.
Order, track, and ship supplies such as stickers, posters, and PPE.
Maintain jobsite first aid and emergency response supplies.
Understand environmental permitting regulations and measures needed to ensure compliance.
When on-site, participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
Set a personal example of safe behavior.