The Berg Group · 3 months ago
Construction Safety Intern
Chaska, MN
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20/hr - $25/hrThe Berg Group is seeking a Construction Safety Intern to work closely with the Regional Safety Manager and National Safety Director. The intern will assist in reviewing and revising safety policies, developing training, and maintaining safety programs while fostering a positive safety culture within the company.
ArchitectureConstructionInterior Design
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the safety team to further develop safety training
Collaborate with the safety team to review and revise safety policies and procedures
Collaborate with the safety team to maintain Berg’s company fall protection inspection program
Stay in regular contact with field staff in relation to safety practices, toolbox talks, and reporting procedures. Build rapport with the field so that communications are regular and consistent
Assist in new employee orientation, specifically safety program training as well as curriculum development
Hold field accountable to safety practices; provide spot or safety rewards per Berg’s program to positively reinforce behavior
Ability to be a sounding board and defuse upset employees and collaborate closely with the Safety Director as appropriate
Weekly reports to National Safety Director with a summary of all job site visits
Restocking first aid kits and other first-aid items; eye solution, skin glue, etc
Documents, Investigates, analyzes, and reports all accidents and near misses
Listen as to what is going on out in the field
Work directly with the General Contractor and be a strong point of contact
Comfortable interacting with General Contractor and reach out for assistance on situations outside of experience level
Ability to communicate in group settings
Ability to succeed in both self-directed and group assignments
Performs other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Handle safety equipment including replacements and certifications
Proficient with Microsoft Suites
Up to date knowledge of safety equipment, requirements, and state OSHA
Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements/standards
Strong organizational skills
Proven talent to retain a positive brand and relationship with a client while in the field
Preferred
Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Construction Safety, industrial/construction hygiene, or Occupational Safety
Ability to multitask
Ability to work independently and as a team
Strong communicator at all levels
Strong public speaking skills
Problem-solving and organizational skills
OSHA 10, 30 Certified
Certified first responder
Bi-lingual
Company
The Berg Group
The Berg Group is a contracting company that provides pre-construction, interior, and exterior framing services.
Founded in 1967
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Randy Schneewind
Chief Executive Officer
Erin Gerrits
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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