Construction Safety Co-op — Hands-On Field Training

Kokosing, Inc.; Mansfield (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Kokosing, Inc. is offering a Safety Co-op to gain hands-on experience supporting project teams in creating and maintaining a safe work environment.

You will work alongside experienced safety professionals and learn regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, training, and incident prevention. The role provides exposure to multiple operating geographies and projects across construction, mining, or plant facilities, with mentors guiding your development toward a career in construction safety.

Qualifications

• Pursuing degree in related safety/engineering fields.
• All student levels eligible (Freshman through Senior).
• Previous construction or safety-related experience is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Safety Specialists and project teams with implementing safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in toolbox talks, meetings, and pre-task planning discussions.
• Conduct jobsite walkthroughs to identify hazards and improvement opportunities.
• Help document safety inspections, observations, audits, and corrective actions.
• Support development and maintenance of project safety plans and training records.
• Assist with safety communications, educational materials, and project updates.
• Learn how safety requirements apply to construction, mining or plant activities.
• Assist with incident reporting and investigations while learning root cause analysis.

Skills

Willingness to learn safety principles

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kokosing, Inc. is offering a Safety Co-op to gain hands-on experience supporting project teams in creating and maintaining a safe work environment.

You will work alongside experienced safety professionals and learn regulatory compliance, hazard recognition, training, and incident prevention. The role provides exposure to multiple operating geographies and projects across construction, mining, or plant facilities, with mentors guiding your development toward a career in construction safety.