Safety Intern: Field Risk & Compliance

Comfort Systems USA, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Career development and progression

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Health, dental, life, vision and short

Job summary

ColonialWebb is seeking an Intern - Safety Technician in Richmond, VA, to support the Site Safety Specialist in enforcing safety procedures and OSHA compliance on active job sites. The role includes coaching workers, conducting site assessments, and helping with hazard analyses and incident prevention.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a safety- or engineering-related degree with OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR/AED credentials, and at least three years in safety, preferably in construction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Electrical/Mechanical/General Engineering, or Computer Science preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification is required.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification is required.
• Three+ years in safety, preferably construction.

Responsibilities

• Assist Site Safety Specialist in enforcing safety procedures.
• Ensure state and federal OSHA compliance in the field.
• Coach and teach safety practices and conduct site assessments.
• Identify corrective actions to bring sites into compliance.
• Inspect safety equipment and first aid supplies; participate in safety committee meetings.
• Assist in reporting workers’ comp and general liability claims; conduct hazard analyses.
• Provide safety training and support incident prevention initiatives.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Safety or related field

OSHA 30 certification

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

English proficiency; Spanish a plus

Tools

Computer software knowledge

Job description

ColonialWebb is seeking an Intern - Safety Technician in Richmond, VA, to support the Site Safety Specialist in enforcing safety procedures and OSHA compliance on active job sites. The role includes coaching workers, conducting site assessments, and helping with hazard analyses and incident prevention.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a safety- or engineering-related degree with OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR/AED credentials, and at least three years in safety, preferably in construction.