Co-Op (Fall Semester 2025 - Spring Semester 2026) - Safety

About the role

Our co‑op program introduces candidates to a career in Occupational Health & Safety for the Design/Build HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection industry. The primary responsibility is to assist the Safety Manager in enforcing and regulating all safety procedures to ensure Southland Industries meets safety requirements in the field and facilities, and to understand the management and coordination of division safety activities and construction processes.

Responsibilities

• 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 records 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.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and initiative.
• Excellent communication skills, including active listening, business writing, and public speaking.
• Resourceful, resilient, and able to solve problems with limited support.
• Quick learner who seeks answers independently.
• Positive attitude in adverse or non‑ideal situations.
• Accountability under stress, avoiding blame.
• Goal‑oriented with a collaborative “we vs. me” mindset.
• Strong teamwork spirit.

Benefits

• Hands‑on classroom and on‑the‑job experience in the specific role.
• Opportunity to work side by side with company leaders.
• Socially distant group activities and team events.
• Paid housing (available at some locations).
• Paid internship/co‑op with potential full‑time employment opportunities.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including 401(k) with 50% company match and immediate vesting.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance fully paid for the employee.
• Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability.
• Term life, AD&D, voluntary life, and disability income protection insurance.
• Pre‑tax flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.
• Paid parental leave, holidays, vacation, and personal time.
• Training and professional development opportunities, including company‑paid memberships for professional associations and licenses.
• Wellness benefits.

About Southland Industries

Southland Industries is one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, founded in 1949 and 100 % employee‑owned. The company is built on the foundation of great people, emphasizing safety, innovation, collaboration, integrity, accountability, and sustainability. Southland offers a fast‑paced environment where employees are engaged, challenged, and valued.