Herschend Family Entertainment · 1 month ago
Kennywood - HSE Intern
Kennywood, 4800 Kennywood Blvd., West Mifflin, PA 15122, United States of America
Internship
Onsite
InternHerschend Family Entertainment is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with a mission of bringing families closer together through memorable experiences. The HSE Intern will support HSE leadership in developing and maintaining the Health, Safety, and Environmental management system, ensuring compliance with local and federal standards while assisting in risk assessments and training initiatives.
Media and Entertainment
Responsibilities
Support leadership with incorporating Palace HSE standards and local HSE requirements into park procedures and training
Assist with conducting proactive risk assessments to identify and minimize potential risks in all aspects of park operations
Assist with performing self-audits and inspections to verify compliance with HSE standards, procedures and applicable local HSE regulations
Assist with ensuring maintenance equipment, amusement devices, attractions, rides, facilities and other equipment meet applicable industry standards, as defined by local regulations, applicable ASTM standards
Assist with investigations for guest and employee HSE related incidents to determine causes, prepare incident reports, and perform trend analysis
Monitor and confirm completion of follow up actions for HSE findings, audits, inspections, and incident investigations
Assist with developing corrective and preventive actions to address incidents
Assist with the timely and accurate completion of Sustainability and other required reports
Help prepare and train other employees on HSE related standards
Assist in coordinating park security initiatives
Help plan and execute emergency response procedures
All other duties as assigned by leadership
Qualification
Required
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
Currently enrolled (or recent graduate) in a Bachelor's Degree of Health & Safety, Emergency Management, Sustainability, Industrial Hygiene, or related discipline is required
Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Pennsylvania Child Labor Laws
Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Must possess a valid driver's license and a good driving record
Ability to address multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Excellent customer service skills, ability to resolve questions, problems, issues, and concerns
Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point
Excellent interviewing, listening, and note-taking skills
Ability to professionally and calmly deal with stressful and/or tense situations
Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
Ability to collaborate with external first responders and emergency personnel
Ability to apply knowledge of HSE methods, procedures, and techniques to specific situations
Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
Ability to sit or stand for long period of time
Ability to walk long distances throughout the park
Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor setting for long periods of time
Ability to withstand heat, humidity, direct sun, cold, and other weather elements
Ability to kneel, stoop, or twist for long periods of time
Occasional bending, squatting and reaching above shoulders
Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing up to 30 pounds
Ability to tolerate loud noise levels, flashing lights, and heavily populated environments
Exposure to the variable outside and inside temperatures, including high heat, cold, humidity, dust, rain, and other weather conditions
Exposure to a variety of stressful emergency situations involving people or property
Frequent interaction with all outdoor and indoor areas of the park
Some sedentary motion, while sitting and utilizing computer/camera equipment
Fast-paced environment with constantly shifting priorities and challenges
Subject to occasional loud noises and flashing lights
Benefits
Free admission to Kennywood, Sandcastle, & Idlewild on your days off, as well as free tickets for your family & friends!
Exclusive employee events throughout the season
Company
Herschend Family Entertainment
Herschend Family Entertainment develops and operates entertainment, tourism and hospitality properties
Founded in 1950
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andrew Wexler
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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