Southland Industries · 6 months ago
Intern - Safety
Portland, OR
Internship
Onsite
InternSouthland Industries is a leading firm in the Design/Build HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection industry, seeking an intern for their Occupational Health & Safety program. The primary responsibility of the intern will be to assist the Safety Manager in enforcing safety procedures and ensuring compliance with safety requirements across projects.
ComputerElectronicsReal Estate
No H1B
Responsibilities
Ensure all tasks and functions on project sites are performed safely in accordance with company safety policies and OSHA standards
Help implement the Corporate Safety Award Program
Provide distribution of certification cards for various industrial equipment training and maintain record of industrial equipment training
Report and manage all company vehicle claims
Assist in reporting workers compensation claims
Update Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) manual
Assemble various safety manuals for distribution
Assist in implementing and distributing safety tailgate meetings
Maintain record of signed safety tailgate meeting forms
Qualification
Required
A strong work ethic
Initiative and drive to get the job done
Strong communication skills
The ability to be resourceful and resilient
Able to solve problems with limited support
Quick learner, seeks answers on their own
Positive attitude during adverse/non-ideal situations
Exercises Accountability in stressful situations (avoids placing blame)
Goal Oriented
Collaborative spirit and a Good Teammate – has a 'We vs. Me' attitude
Strong active listening skills
Competent general business writing and public speaking
Benefits
Hands-on classroom and on-the-job experience in your specific role
Opportunity to work side by side with company leaders
Socially distant group activities and team events
Paid housing (some locations)
Paid internship/Co-op
Potential full-time employment opportunities
401(k) Plan with 50% Company Match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
Annual incentive program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – 100% Paid for Employee
Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
Disability Income Protection Insurance
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events Leave
Numerous training opportunities and company paid membership for professional associations and licenses
Company
Southland Industries
Nation leading MEP building systems experts providing innovative, practical results for your engineering, construction, and energy needs.
Founded in 1949
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ted Lynch
CEO
Alechia L.
Human Resources Business Partner
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