Construction Safety Intern
Goodfellow Bros. (GBI) is a large heavy-civil contractor with operations throughout the West Coast & Hawaii. Our company is a fourth-generation, family-owned business, celebrating over 100 years in the industry! We have earned a reputation for professionalism and integrity that reflects our longstanding commitment to the individuals, businesses, and resources of the communities in which we live and work.
GBI has always maintained that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are now seeking to add Safety Interns to our Maple Valley, Washington team for the summer of 2024. Office division locations are in Washington, Oregon, California, and the Hawaiian Islands.
Position Summary
As a Safety Intern, you will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge and training in a real-world setting. Under the supervision of a Regional Safety Manager and/or Director of Safety you will be assisting with the facilitation of the company's safety program and processes. You will learn hands-on about construction activities, scheduling, risk assessments, planning, and implement corrective measures as necessary; and at the same time learn what a GBI safety professional does on a daily basis.
Essential Functions
- Reporting and tracking of orientations, training, audits, incident reports, and other related documents, as well as recordkeeping of related documents
- Assists in reporting incidents/accidents, investigations, root cause analysis and submitting reports as required
- Responsible for liaising with the safety personnel for investigations, medical and various other reports
- Coordinating safety events as directed by the safety manager or division president
- Support staff in assigned project-based work
- Support published corporate policies
Required Education, Experience, and Technical Knowledge
- Must be currently pursuing a degree in safety, business, or related field.
- Travel may be required.
- Valid driver’s license is required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.