You'll focus on:
- Assist in the creation, maintenance, and distribution of safety documents, including policies, procedures, and training materials
- Help with the organization and management of safety records, ensuring they are up to date and compliant with relevant regulations
- Prepare reports, presentations, and summaries related to safety metrics and compliance
- Develop and maintain a checklist to track employee participation in safety training programs across all locations
- Assist in the scheduling and coordination of safety training sessions, including logistics and communication with participants
- Monitor training completion rates and follow up with employees and managers to ensure compliance with training requirements
- Conduct research and gather data on industry best practices and regulatory updates to support continuous improvement of safety programs
- Assist with the implementation of new safety initiatives, including risk assessments and incident investigations
- Participate in safety audits and inspections, providing support with documentation and follow-up on corrective actions
- Help create and distribute safety related communications, such as newsletters, safety alerts and posters
- Assist in organizing safety committee meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes and following up on action items
- Support the development of employee engagement programs to promote a safety-first culture across all locations
What we are looking for:
- Pay rate: $17/hr
- Currently pursuing a degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Engineering or a related field
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with data entry and report generation
- A keen interest in workplace safety and a commitment to promoting a safe work environment
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams
- Must have a valid driver's license and clean MVR
- Normal business hours are Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. The Safety Intern position allows for flexible and variable hours, based on your availability
All new hires must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening, and based on the job requirements,you may also be subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirementsTrue North Equipment is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. True North Equipment will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance.