POSITION SUMMARY
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.
What you’ll do :
- 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.
What you’ll need to be successful :
A strong work ethicInitiative and drive to get the job doneStrong communication skillsThe ability to be resourceful and resilientAble to solve problems with limited supportQuick learner, seeks answers on their ownPositive attitude during adverse / non-ideal situationsExercises Accountability in stressful situations (avoids placing blame)Goal OrientedCollaborative spirit and a Good Teammate – has a “We vs. Me” attitudeStrong active listening skillsCompetent general business writing and public speakingYOU Matter
PEOPLE FIRST : BUILDING TALENT BY DESIGN
At Southland we aspire to build a workforce that’s as diverse as the people who occupy the buildings we design, build and maintain. Building talent by design is our intentional approach to creating a truly safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, empowers professional achievement, and where people are treated with respect at all levels.
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 a student 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're ready 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.
Internship / Co-op Program Benefits :
Hands-on classroom and on-the-job experience in your specific roleOpportunity to work side by side with company leadersSocially distant group activities and team eventsPaid housing (some locations)Paid internship / Co-opPotential full-time employment opportunitiesFull-time Employee Benefits :
As an employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent benefits for you and your family :
401(k) Plan with 50% Company Match (no cap) and immediate 100% vestingAnnual incentive program based upon performance, profitability, and achievementMedical, Dental, Vision Insurance – 100% Paid for EmployeeTerm Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life InsuranceDisability Income Protection InsurancePre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)Holidays / Vacation / Personal Time / Life Events LeaveNumerous training opportunities and company paid membership for professional associations and licenses