Environmental Health and Safety Intern

3 weeks ago

Portland, United States PBS Engineering and Environmental LLC Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

PBS Engineering and Environmental is a nationally recognized leader in creative and sustainable solutions that are driven by our strong commitment to quality and community. Our multi-disciplinary consulting services include civil engineering, environmental services, natural resources, landscape architecture, industrial hygiene, and land surveying in both the private and public sector.

In 2024, PBS joined Apex Companies, LLC, a national multidisciplinary and engineering services firm with a robust portfolio of capabilities in water, environmental, health and safety, construction management, transportation, compliance and assurance, and infrastructure. This partnership created a combined team of more than 1,400 staff with the resources to serve all 50 states.

Learn more about what it's like to work with us: pbsusa.com/careers

We are currently seeking to add a summer Environmental Health and Safety Intern to our dynamic team in Portland, Oregon.

$22-25 an hour. Interns 21 years of age or older receive 401(k) benefits.

The primary task is to provide quality assurance oversight during the removal of asbestos-containing building materials. The asbestos removal is performed by others, PBS acts as the owner's representative ensuring the work is performed correctly. PBS has an opening for an intern who under the direction of experienced PBS staff will collect air samples and develop field notes. The intern will assist in collecting air samples and document site conditions through written notes and photographs. The intern will work in support of and with experienced PBS staff. This role is field-intensive, the work schedule usually mirrors the site construction schedule. PBS will provide the training required to support the work, although the primary task is the oversight work, the intern will also perform a wide variety of Environmental Health and Safety work with various PBS staff within our diverse disciplines.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

  • Self-motivated.
  • Timeliness.
  • Be able to pass a background check.
  • Authorized to work in the US.
  • 18 years of age or older.
  • Valid driver's license.

Desirable Qualifications

  • A science-based education/background.
  • Experience with air sampling.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist with Environmental Health and Safety tasks associated with various projects.
  • Perform project tasks under the direction of senior Environmental Health and Safety staff.
  • Actively communicate with project managers and team members.
  • Be on the job site collecting observations.

Why PBS?

PBS understands that our people are our greatest resource, and we value their personal and professional growth. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion create an environment that fosters this growth and where people can build fulfilling, diverse, long-term careers. We provide project opportunities large enough to propel your career, while honoring the work-life balance and unique contributions that make our success possible.

Our mid-range size allows generous benefits, while maintaining the relaxed atmosphere, flexible scheduling, and individual attention that make our offices great places to work. At PBS, our multi-disciplinary teams foster unity and collaboration within our communities as well as a deep commitment to our clients.

PBS Benefits

Qualifying employee benefits may include:

  • Immediate 401(k) eligibility with employer match
  • Medical, dental/orthodontic, vision, alternative/naturopathic care
  • Family-building benefits
  • FSA, HSA, and DCA
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Wellness and cell phone stipend
  • Tuition reimbursement, sponsored certifications, and professional development
  • Donation matching
  • PTO and paid holidays, bereavement leave
  • Annual and merit bonuses
  • Paid volunteer hours

PBS is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that values diversity in our workplace. To learn more, please visit our Affirmative Action Plan on our website.

POLICY FOR THIRD-PARTY RECRUITERS

PBS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any resume submitted to any employee(s) of PBS without an agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and property of PBS. Resumes sent to any employee(s) other than PBS internal recruiting staff, even if a contract is in place, will be considered unsolicited. In either case, PBS will not pay a placement fee.

PBS will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the PBS Talent Acquisition team.

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