Construction Safety Co-op: Hands-On Field Learning

Kokosing; Mansfield (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing is seeking a Safety Co-op to gain hands-on experience supporting project teams in promoting and maintaining a safe work environment. You will work alongside safety professionals and operations leaders, exposure to safety practices, regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, training, and project safety planning.

The ideal candidate is eager to learn, pursuing an associated or bachelor’s degree in a related field, and committed to a culture where everyone goes home safely.

Qualifications

• Pursuing degree in a related safety/engineering field.
• Open to all student levels (freshman to senior).
• Construction, industrial, manufacturing or safety interest preferred but not required.
• Strong interest in workplace safety and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist Safety Specialists with implementing safety policies.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning.
• Conduct jobsite walkthroughs to identify hazards and improvement opportunities.
• Document safety inspections, observations, audits, and corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain project safety plans and training records.
• Prepare and distribute safety communications and materials.
• Observe field operations and learn application of safety requirements.
• Assist with incident reporting and investigations while learning root cause analysis.
• Support onboarding and orientation activities related to safety requirements.
• Collaborate with project teams to promote a positive safety culture.
• Maintain records and assist with data collection on safety performance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Proactive initiative

Outdoor work adaptability

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates or bachelor's in Occupational Safety and Health

Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Environmental Health and Safety

Industrial Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kokosing is seeking a Safety Co-op to gain hands-on experience supporting project teams in promoting and maintaining a safe work environment. You will work alongside safety professionals and operations leaders, exposure to safety practices, regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, training, and project safety planning.

The ideal candidate is eager to learn, pursuing an associated or bachelor’s degree in a related field, and committed to a culture where everyone goes home safely.