Safety Intern - Midwest Region

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... We hire enthusiastic, hard-working individuals for college internships and entry-level positions. With locations across the country and unique opportunities for hands-on experience, mentorship and networking, there’s never been a better time to join our team. General Summary This position is responsible for assisting in the administration of the accident prevention program and the corresponding laws that relate to the safety of our work, for an assigned location in a manner consistent with company policies and procedures. Essential Job Accountabilities Promote compliance with the company safety program and local accident prevention efforts to ensure company safety goals are met. Assist in the development and implementation of safety related programs to meet or exceed company safety standards. Perform and document jobsite inspections and audits with special emphasis on hazard recognition, unsafe behaviors and correction of potential third party, asset loss and workers compensation losses. Assist in the preparation and performance of safety meetings and training programs to ensure the effective communication of company policy and safety standards. Participate in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Assist in the development and review of job hazard analysis for each major phase of our work to ensure its safe completion. Assist in the investigation, preparation and maintenance of records of all third party, asset loss, and worker’s compensation claims to make certain that Company interests are preserved. Assist in the follow up with the corporate insurance department regarding claims, to ensure that the appropriate information is collected and that claims will be resolved in a timely manner. Education Currently attending Bachelor’s degree program Field of Study Safety or Occupational Health undergraduate program Knowledge, S