HSE Technician Intern-BBNC Shareholders ONLY

Bristol Bay Native Corporation; Palmer (AK); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Bay Native Corporation partner Alaska Directional Drilling is seeking a Field HSE Technician Intern in Palmer, Alaska for six months, May 1, 2026 to November 1, 2026. The role is field-based, with a schedule Monday to Friday, 6:30am–5:00pm, and a wage of $20/hour.

You will support safety and environmental compliance, participate in toolbox talks, conduct inspections, and help drive the observation program while gaining hands-on experience in active construction sites.

Qualifications

• Proof of enrollment in associates degree program or equivalent certification in health, safety and environmental field.
• OSHA 10-Hour certification.
• 1–2 years of experience in safety, environmental, construction, or industrial roles.

Responsibilities

• Supports basic field health, safety, and environmental compliance activities under supervision.
• Supports the implementation of HSE policies and programs in the field.
• Conducts field safety inspections and audits.
• Support incident reporting and investigation processes.
• Support and help drive company observation program.
• Participate in safety meetings and pre-work toolbox talks.
• Transfer field data to office HSE for client communications.
• This is a full-time, seasonal position assigned to Palmer or Anchorage, Alaska.
• Position may be exposed to extreme weather and construction-site hazards.
• Regularly works at construction sites; may face moving parts, fumes, and noise.

Skills

HSE principles

Organizational skills

Hazardous materials

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Technical communication

Adaptability

Self-direction

MS Office

Safety systems

Education

OSH enrollment

OSHA 10-Hour

Tools

Safety Management Systems

Job description

HSE Technician Intern-BBNC Shareholders ONLY

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Job Description

Alaska Directional Drilling is looking for a fieldHSEtechnician to help support theHSEdepartment during our busy summer construction season out of our main office in Palmer, Alaska. Under the general direction and guidance ofHSEleadership, theHSEField Technician will be field based for most of the workday. The HSE Technician will maintain a safety presence across assigned work sites and will be largely available in accordance with project work schedules which may include extended or after-hour work, dependent on the work scope for the day.

Title: Field HSE Technician Intern

Dates of Employment: 6-month internship; May 1, 2026 -November 1, 2026

Employment dates subjective to program/school enrollment

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 6:30am to 5:00pm

Wage: $20/hour

Work gear: Steel or composite toe work boots required to be worn on worksite. All other PPE to be provided by Alaska Directional; Hard hat, hi-viz/reflective safety vest, work gloves, safety glasses, and noise protection.

College Degree/ Major Preferred: Currently enrolled in Occupational Safety and Health BS, AAS, or minor for degree or completed OSH BS or AAS

Qualifications

• Basic understanding ofHSEprinciples and practices
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices- may substitute with ability tofind solutions through various resources
• Ability to follow given instructions
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Demonstrates ability to clearly communicate technical information, observations, and expectations through both written documentation and verbal interaction with field personnel and leadership.
• High resilience and adaptability in dynamic environments
• Ability to self-direct
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Working knowledge of safety management information systems

Education & Experience

• Proof of enrollment in associates degree program or equivalent certification(s) in health, safety and environmental related field
• OSHA 10-Hour (General Industry or Construction)
• 1–2 years of experience in safety, environmental, construction, or industrial roles

Responsibilities

• Supports basic field health, safety, and environmental compliance activities under supervision
• Supports the implementation ofHSEpoliciesand programs in the field
• Conducts field safety inspections and audits
• Support incident reporting and investigation processes
• Support and help drive company observation program
• Participate in safety meetings and pre work toolbox talks
• Transfer field data to office HSE for client communications
• This is a full-time, seasonal position assigned to Palmer or Anchorage, Alaska. Flexibility regarding hours of work is required as needed to meet demands of the job
• Position may be exposed to extremely hostile weather conditions at times while working outdoors.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works at the construction site. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to loud.
• Position may be working with potentially hazardous materials and wastes.

Offer contingent upon ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work at any time without prior notice.

Alaska Directional is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Alaska Directional grants employment preference first to BBNC shareholders, their spouses, or descendants, and second to other Alaska Native Corporation Shareholders in accordance with P.L. 93-638.

Requirements

Mandatory Requirements

• 1-2-Years of experience in a full-time safety position.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug testing.

Physical Requirements

• Physical and technical requirements that meet the standards of AKD.
• Infrequent lifting up to 50lbs
• Frequent walking and standing for periods exceeding 2 hours.
• Frequent keyboard use and sitting at a desk.
• Frequent bending, twisting, and reaching.

Salary/Hourly Position

Hourly

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Alaska Directional, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Alaska Directional, LLC grants employment preference to Bristol Bay Native Corporation shareholders, their spouses or descendants, and second to other Alaska Native Corporation Shareholders in accordance with P.L. 93-638.