Intern - Safety Tempe, AZ

Locations:
Phoenix, AZ;
Las Vegas, NV;
Los Lunas, NM;
Cheyenne, WY;
Salt Lake City, UT; and El Paso, TX.

Our Internship and New College Graduate program is best designed for those students who seek a truly immersive and hands‑on experience. At Southland, we view every student as a potential hire and ensure each intern, co‑op student, and every new college graduate is truly set up for success to accomplish short and long term career goals. If astudent program that exposes you to exciting projects and potential career paths with one of the country’s largest MEP building systems firms appeals to you and you'reready for the next big step in your career, then JOIN
our team and become a part of an organization that values PEOPLE,SAFETY, INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, INTEGRITY,ACCOUNTABILITY& SUSTAINABILITY.

Our internship program is designed to introduce candidates to a career field of Occupational Health & Safety for the Design/Build HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection industry. Primary responsibility is to assist the Safety Manager in enforcing and regulating all safety procedures to ensure that Southland Industries meets all safety requirements in the field and all facilities to better understand the management and coordination of all division safety activities and construction process.

• Ensure all tasks and functions on project sites are performed safely in accordance with company safety policies and OSHA standards.
• Help implement the Corporate Safety Award Program.
• Provide distribution of certification cards for various industrial equipment training and maintain record of industrial equipment training.
• Report and manage all company vehicle claims.
• Assist in reporting workers compensation claims.
• Update Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) manual.
• Assemble various safety manuals for distribution.
• Assist in implementing and distributing safety tailgate meetings.
• Maintain record of signed safety tailgate meeting forms.

• You’re pursuing a degree that aligns with Southland needs:
  Occupational Health and Safety
• A working knowledge of construction safety practices and the opportunity to learn more about safety and loss management.
• You will build your experience by working directly with Southland's field employees/customers in a professional manner.
• You’ll be able to understand, comply with and communicate state, federal and local safety and health OSHA regulations; and build your knowledge of safety regulations.
• A strong work ethic
• Initiative and drive to get the job done
• Strong communication skills
• The ability to be resourceful and resilient
• Able to solve problems with limited support
• Quick learner, seeks answers on its own
• Positive attitude during adverse/non-ideal situations
• Exercises Accountability in stressful situations (avoids placing blame)
• Goal Oriented
• Collaborative spirit and a Good Teammate – has a “We vs. Me” attitude
• Strong active listening skills
• Competent general business writing and public speaking

• A working knowledge of construction safety practices and the opportunity to learn more about safety and loss management.
• You will build your experience by working directly with Southland's field employees/customers in a professional manner.
• You’ll be able to understand, comply with and communicate state, federal and local safety and health OSHA regulations; and build your knowledge of safety regulations.

• Hands‑on classroom and on‑the‑job experience in your specific role
• Opportunity to work side by side with company leaders
• Socially distant group activities and team events
• Paid housing (some locations)
• Paid internship/Co‑op
• Potential full‑time employment opportunities

As a 100% employee‑owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with
  50% company match (no cap)and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance(100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary…