Construction Safety Co-op: Hands-On Field Experience

Kokosing, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing, Inc. is seeking a Safety Co-op to support project teams in maintaining a safe work environment on construction sites within our operating geography.

You will work alongside safety professionals and operations leaders to learn construction safety practices, regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, and incident prevention. This paid co-op provides exposure to project safety planning, toolbox talks, safety training records, and field observations while contributing to a culture that

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist Safety Specialists and project teams with implementing safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in project safety meetings, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning discussions.
• Conduct jobsite walkthroughs to identify hazards and opportunities for improvement.
• Document safety inspections, observations, audits, and corrective actions.
• Support development and maintenance of project safety plans and training records.
• Collaborate with project teams to promote a positive safety culture.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

Occupational Safety/Health (AS or BS)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Kokosing, Inc. is seeking a Safety Co-op to support project teams in maintaining a safe work environment on construction sites within our operating geography.

You will work alongside safety professionals and operations leaders to learn construction safety practices, regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, and incident prevention. This paid co-op provides exposure to project safety planning, toolbox talks, safety training records, and field observations while contributing to a culture that