Internship, Safety
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The Berg Group LLC
Chaska, MN, US
Summary
The intern will collaborate with the safety team to revise safety policies, conduct site visits, and provide safety training to field staff. They are responsible for documenting accidents, managing safety equipment, and acting as a primary point of contact for general contractors.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Chaska - Chaska, MN, Position Type: Internship, Salary Range: $20.00 - $25.00Hourly, The Construction Safety Intern will work closely with the National Safety Manager and National Safety Director to review and revise The Berg Group’s safety policies and procedures. We are seeking a candidate that is passionate about sharing and spreading a safety culture at The Berg Group.
Essential Functions
Collaborate with the safety team to further develop safety training.
Collaborate with the safety team to review and revise safety policies and procedures.
Collaborate with the safety team to maintain Berg’s company fall protection inspection program.
Stay in regular contact with field staff in relation to safety practices, toolbox talks, and reporting procedures. Build rapport with the field so that communications are regular and consistent.
Assist in new employee orientation, specifically safety program training as well as curriculum development.
Hold field accountable to safety practices; provide spot or safety rewards per Berg’s program to positively reinforce behavior.
Ability to be a sounding board and defuse upset employees and collaborate closely with the Safety Director as appropriate.
Weekly reports to National Safety Director with a summary of all job site visits.
Restocking first aid kits and other first-aid items; eye solution, skin glue, etc.
Documents, Investigates, analyzes, and reports all accidents and near misses.
Listen as to what is going on out in the field.
Work directly with the General Contractor and be a strong point of contact.
Comfortable interacting with General Contractor and reach out for assistance on situations outside of experience level.
Ability to communicate in group settings.
Ability to succeed in both self-directed and group assignments.
Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications
Handle safety equipment including replacements and certifications.
Proficient with Microsoft Suites.
Up to date knowledge of safety equipment, requirements, and state OSHA
Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements/standards
Strong organizational skills
Proven talent to retain a positive brand and relationship with a client while in the field.
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Construction Safety, industrial/construction hygiene, or Occupational Safety.
Ability to multitask
Ability to work independently and as a team
Strong communicator at all levels
Strong public speaking skills
Problem-solving and organizational skills
OSHA 10, 30 Certified
Certified first responder
Preferred Qualifications
Bi-lingual
Travel
Ability to travel 35-40% to Berg job sites regionally and do occasional evening site visits as determined by business necessity. Primarily day travel to sites within the local region.
Benefits
Summer Hours
The Berg Group has been a respected leader in quality commercial drywall and related applications for over 55 years. Our strong commitment to customers has proved our capacity to provide the highest quality products and services while adhering to accelerated work schedules. The addition of Plastering and Painting allows us to reach all areas of our trade.
One less contract, one less subcontractor, one less schedule, and one SINGLE source of accountability to better serve our customers. One of the reasons we're often referred to as "Berg-Do-All".
"Berg-Do-All" isn't just a nickname earned. It's an opportunity, an attitude, accountability and a product. It's a motto we uphold every day on every project. It's willingness, confidence and initiative. A challenge is just another chance to prove that we are "Berg-Do-All". Our drive and perseverance is what keeps our customers coming back for more. While some contractors are bound by their scope of work - not us. The words 'no' and 'impossible' don't exist in our vocabulary. We thrive off the opportunity to step outside the box and prove time and time again why we are called "Berg-Do-All"
Our staff works as a team to create a safe and effective work environment. We communicate effectively to resolve conflicts and focus solely on the pursuit of superior workmanship.
Founded
1967
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Partnership
Headquarters
Chaska, Minnesota
The Berg Group has been a respected leader in quality commercial drywall and related applications for over 55 years. Our strong commitment to customers has proved our capacity to provide the highest quality products and services while adhering to accelerated work schedules. The addition of Plastering and Painting allows us to reach all areas of our trade.
One less contract, one less subcontractor, one less schedule, and one SINGLE source of accountability to better serve our customers. One of the reasons we're often referred to as "Berg-Do-All".
"Berg-Do-All" isn't just a nickname earned. It's an opportunity, an attitude, accountability and a product. It's a motto we uphold every day on every project. It's willingness, confidence and initiative. A challenge is just another chance to prove that we are "Berg-Do-All". Our drive and perseverance is what keeps our customers coming back for more. While some contractors are bound by their scope of work - not us. The words 'no' and 'impossible' don't exist in our vocabulary. We thrive off the opportunity to step outside the box and prove time and time again why we are called "Berg-Do-All"
Our staff works as a team to create a safe and effective work environment. We communicate effectively to resolve conflicts and focus solely on the pursuit of superior workmanship.
Founded
1967
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Construction
Org type
Partnership
Headquarters
Chaska, Minnesota
