Safety Co-op

J.H. Findorff & Son Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Holiday pay

Structured intern/co-op program

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Findorff & Son Inc. is seeking a Safety Co-op for the Spring/Summer term in Madison, Wisconsin.

You’ll work with the Safety Team to promote a culture of safety across active jobsites and offices, gaining hands-on experience in safety initiatives, regulatory requirements, and risk management. The role targets students pursuing safety-related degrees or with relevant experience, offering exposure to OSHA regulations and safety standards while developing communication and leadership skills on

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety, Risk Management, or related field or relevant experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong observational and problem-solving abilities.
• Interest in building a career in construction safety and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with jobsite inspections, safety observations, audits, and documentation to help maintain a safe work environment.
• Attend toolbox talks, pre-task planning meetings, and safety committee discussions.
• Support investigation, documentation, and tracking of incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.
• Help develop and distribute safety communications, training materials, and educational resources.
• Gain exposure to OSHA regulations, company safety standards, and industry best practices while assisting with compliance activities.
• Develop communication, problem-solving, leadership, and observation skills while collaborating with project teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Independent work

Team collaboration

Observation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety, Risk Management, or related field

Job description

At Findorff, we bring expertise and value in construction that extends far beyond building. Since 1890, we've grown from humble beginnings into one of the Midwest's most trusted construction firms - driven by strong relationships, high-quality work, and a commitment to the communities we serve.

Come join Findorff as a Safety Co-op this Spring/Summer (January 2027 - August 2027) or Summer/Fall (May/June 2027 - December 2027).

What You'll Do

The Safety Co-op is located in Madison, WI and works with Findorff's Safety Team to help promote a culture of safety across our jobsites and offices. As a Safety Co-op, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting safety initiatives on active construction projects while learning industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and risk management principles. This role is designed for students interested in construction safety, occupational health and safety, or risk management.

• Support Jobsite Safety Efforts: Assist with jobsite inspections, safety observations, audits, and documentation to help maintain a safe work environment.
• Participate in Safety Meetings: Attend toolbox talks, pre-task planning meetings, and safety committee discussions while learning how safety is integrated into daily operations.
• Assist with Incident Management: Support the investigation, documentation, and tracking of incidents, near misses, and corrective actions.
• Promote Safety Awareness: Help develop and distribute safety communications, training materials, and educational resources for project teams.
• Monitor Compliance: Gain exposure to OSHA regulations, company safety standards, and industry best practices while assisting with compliance activities.
• Build Professional Skills: Develop communication, problem-solving, leadership, and observation skills while collaborating with project teams, trade partners, and safety professionals.

Why Findorff

• Gain hands-on experience from day one by contributing to meaningful safety initiatives on active construction projects.
• Work alongside experienced safety professionals invested in your learning and development.
• Visit a variety of jobsites across sectors such as Education, Science & Technology, Multi-family, Corporate, and Healthcare.
• Develop a strong understanding of construction operations and how safety drives project success.
• Collaborative, people-first culture where your contributions are valued.

Plus: competitive hourly pay, holiday pay, housing stipend, and a structured intern/co-op program.

What We Are Looking For

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety, Risk Management, or a related field or relevant experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the confidence to engage with workers and project teams.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong observational and problem-solving abilities.
• Interest in building a career in construction safety and risk management.

Diversity matters. Findorff recognizes the talents of all, appreciating the different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that make us a stronger company and partner for the communities we live and work in.

Findorff provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.