Construction Safety Co-op - Hands-On Field Experience

Kokosing; Sault Ste. Marie (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Kokosing is seeking a Safety Co-op to support project teams in promoting a safe work environment. You will work with experienced safety professionals on construction safety practices, regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, safety training, incident prevention, and project safety planning.

This position offers exposure across our operating geography including Indiana, Missouri, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kentucky, Virginia, and Maryland, with hands-on learning and

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an associate's or bachelor's degree in a safety or engineering field.
• All levels of students are eligible; freshman to senior.
• Previous construction, industrial, or safety-related experience is beneficial but not required.
• Interest in workplace safety and continuous learning is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Safety Specialists and project teams with implementing safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning discussions.
• Conduct jobsite walkthroughs to identify hazards and improvement opportunities.
• Document safety inspections, observations, audits, and corrective actions.
• Support development and maintenance of project safety plans and training records.
• Distribute safety communications and project updates.
• Observe field operations and learn application of safety requirements in construction or plant facilities.
• Assist with incident reporting and investigations while learning root cause analysis.
• Support onboarding and orientation for safety requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, and safety personnel to promote safety culture.
• Maintain records and assist with data collection on safety performance and compliance.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

Skills

Safety principles

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork and collaboration

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associates or Bachelor's in Safety/Engineering

Job description

Kokosing is seeking a Safety Co-op to support project teams in promoting a safe work environment. You will work with experienced safety professionals on construction safety practices, regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, safety training, incident prevention, and project safety planning.

This position offers exposure across our operating geography including Indiana, Missouri, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kentucky, Virginia, and Maryland, with hands-on learning and