Safety Intern

Herzog Contracting Corp.
is currently seeking a *Safety Intern* in *Kansas City, MO*.
Herzog is constructing an extension project that will extend the streetcar 3.
5 miles south on Main Street, adding 16 stops and connecting the Downtown starter line to Midtown, Westport, the Art Museum District, the Plaza and UMKC.
As a Safety Intern, you’ll be in the middle of construction operations, giving you direct hands-on learning experiences.
Our interns have many of the same day to day responsibilities and expectations as our full-time employees.
You will work alongside our project safety manager to learn the construction safety process.
*Duties and Responsibilities:* \*This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.
* Assist in implementation of the project safety program under the direction of the Project Safety Management.
* Assist in conducting jobsite and work area inspections with the Safety personnel.
These inspections to include facilities, jobsites, and equipment.
* Assisting with the corrective measures for all non-compliant activities or conditions identified.
* Assist Safety coordination duties in such areas as safety committees, preplanning meetings, and toolbox meetings.
* Participate in training at safety meetings, toolbox meetings, and orientations.
* Assist in review of subcontractor safety programs for completeness and compliance with policies.
* Assist in promoting safe work practices and safe working conditions in accordance with all State, Federal, Local regulations, and owner/contractual requirements.
* Participating with the near miss/incident investigation process.
(Documentation of interviews, documenting incident notes, photographing incident scene).
* Assist in conducting effective worker orientation program for every new employee and administer and record their participation.
Intern will assist with administering training and testing throughout these processes.
* Gather pre-task planning and JHA programs for all project contractors based on contractual requirements and log accordingly.
* Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
* Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
* Other duties as assigned.
*Qualifications:* * Pursuing a degree.
* Must be flexible in working in both office and field environment as needed.
* Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills * Ability to work with a team * Must have strong organization skills * Must be highly motivated *Pre-Employment Requirements:* * Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
* Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position * Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.
*Physical Requirements: * The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role.
This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.
* Perform light work, occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force.
* Able to walk on uneven surfaces.
* Occasionally ascend/descend step ladders and/or stairs.
* Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
* Regularly kneel, bend, and squat.
* Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
* Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by position.
* Able to work in conditions with loud noise; work on/around heavy/moving machinery.
* Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet).
*Safety:* * Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures.
Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment.
Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all.
*Benefits:* * *US:* Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage.
The plans are specific to projects and locations.
*Why Herzog:* Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St.
Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.
Over the course of our 50+ year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects.
We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence.
It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.
Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results.
Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.
We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.
_It is the policy of Herzog Contracting Corp.
to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.
_ Job Type: Full-time Schedule: * 8 hour shift Work Location: In person