Summer 2024 Internship

Job ID:  498235

APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, is a multi-million dollar heavy highway contractor that was established in 1874, and has multiple asphalt plants, ready mix plants, rock quarries and sand operations in Kansas.  Shears is diversified with public, private and commercial work including paving, utility, dirt-grading and concrete flat work.  Our valued employees produce quality work and products in a competitive market with safety first at all times.  If you are seeking a rewarding career with challenging work, a variety of responsibilities, potential for advancement and looking for benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel, come join our team. 

Overview

If you are seeking a creative, dynamic organization, look no further We are offering internships for college students during their 2024 summer break. Our program is designed for individuals to gain real-world work experience that will help launch careers. Your hard work, energy, collaboration, and contribution would allow you to experience the same types of challenges as our full-time employees.

Internships are a great way for us to get to know you and for you to get to know our company. Learning potential is unlimited in this role and you get out of the experience what you put into it. We are looking for interns in numerous areas of focus:

• Accounting
• Mining/Engineer
• Construction Management,
• Project Management 
• Health, Safety & Environmental

These paid infternships give you the opportunity to learn through observation, participation, and execution.

• Spend time at our construction sites, aggregates, asphalt, and ready mix plants to learn the fundamentals of production and gain an understanding of various mechanical, maintenance, and production operations
• Collate data, establish process correlations and develop strategies for capital projects
• Will be assigned to a real job/task and expected to make a contribution that will have an impact on the business
• Utilize various skill sets/knowledge during day-to-day operations and to achieve team/company goals
• Create a presentation at the end of your internship to executive leadership regarding what you have learned and what you believe you have contributed to the business
• In this internship position, you will spend time working in one of our aggregate environments (quarry, surface mine, underground mine, construction site, ready-mix plant)
• Understand compliance requirements for our operations to meet federal and state regulations including MSHA and OSHA etc.
• Support the safety goals and processes of the company.
• Understand how crew and scheduling efficiency is instrumental to achieve project goals.
• Understand project profitability (revenue/costs).
• Learn accounts receivable and billing.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited trade school, college or university and in good academic standing.
• Professionalism with ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Proven ability to build effective working relationships as well as strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain discretion concerning confidential information.
• Computer proficiency
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle numerous assignments simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures per company policy.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must maintain current driver’s license that meets state requirements, i.e., DL/CDL, Class A and/or B Driver with possible hazmat and tanker endorsements.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Demonstrated commitment to achieving the organization’s goals and objective.
• High ethical standards.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to work with suppliers.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively with a focus on timeliness and responsiveness.
• Ability to deal with the public in a pleasant, courteous, and calm manner in all circumstances.
• Ability to work under pressure and be multi-task oriented.
• Capable of utilizing the internet effectively for research and evaluation.
• Ability to drive change and sell new concepts and approaches through persistence, self-motivation, energy, tenacity, follow-through, and commitment.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
• Understanding of procurement’s impact on financial results.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to use hands and fingers to manipulate objects, talk and hear.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb, crawl, kneel, and bend.  
• Able to climb ladders and to work at heights.
• Able to occasionally move/carry objects up to 100 lbs. unassisted.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.

• While performing the duties of the job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock or burn.
• The noise level in some areas of the work environment may be loud, but is typically moderate.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest

APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.