College Intern – Construction Safety
Some of what you'll be doing:
Support Construction Safety Management efforts for the Port of Seattle Capitol Development Division at Aviation and Maritime facilities to assure compliance with contract specifications, Port policies, Washington Administrative Codes (WAC), FAA requirements, US Coastguard requirements and applicable Fire codes.
- Work in conjunction with Construction Safety Department, Resident Engineers and Construction Inspectors to provide safety management oversight of contractors.
- Review Site Safety Plans, provide safety training to contractors and Port staff, perform documented weekly audits of contractors safe work procedures and site conditions.
- Assist the Construction Safety Managers and inspectors in the identification and resolution safety concerns.
- Assist Construction Safety Management with preparation of meetings, managing databases, management and inspection of safety equipment inventory.
- Assist with the coordination of activities with contactors and Port departments.
Who you are:
- A student – You must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or a recent graduate (< 1 year ago) in a degree program such as Safety and Health, Construction Safety, Construction Management and/or Civil Engineering.
- Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
- Technology – You possess high computer proficiency skills and problem solving ability. You can work with MS Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat and Bluebeam.
- Communication – You have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Organized and proactive – You’re flexible and open to learning new things and possess strong organizational and time management skills.
- Experienced – You have some basic construction safety or construction management skills such as the ability to read and interpret safety plans, specifications, project schedules and applicable codes. You’re able to organize and maintain accurate and up-date project safety documents and records.
- Desired – We hope you have technical writing skills are also preferred. Public speaking and presentation skills are also preferred.
What else you need to know:
- Grade Review – The grade and wage for this position is currently under review and subject to change.
- Driver’s License – You will need a valid Washington State Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one, in order to travel locally to project sites.
- Work Schedule – This is a summer intern position expected to last for roughly three (3) months during the summer of 2023. Normal work hours will typically be scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role.
- Work Environment – You will generally have a combination of both work indoors, in an office environment, and work outdoors. Construction site work may include all types of inclement weather with excessive noise. May be required to perform physically active tasks that entail walking, stooping, crawling, and climbing. Limited telework may be available with manager approval.
- Limited Duration – This is a limited duration position and is expected to last no longer than five months.
- Safety Requirements – You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
- Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance.
- Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
- COVID–19 Vaccination Requirement – The Port of Seattle will require that at the time of hire, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be able to provide proof of their full COVID–19 vaccination status, as part of the hiring process. This is a condition of employment for all positions at the Port of Seattle. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a two–dose series or two weeks after a single–dose vaccine. Prior to employment, candidates may make requests for a reasonable accommodation based on a medical disability or for sincerely held religious beliefs. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation.
Why you'll love it here: The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port‘s mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle‘s website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the “Collective Bargaining Agreement” or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.
- Getting to Work – Fully subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to get you here.
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.
- Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
- Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce and job creation in an equitable, accountable and environmentally responsible manner.
Why the Port of Seattle: Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here.
Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors – throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership – the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic develop and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity.