Co-op, Safety/Environmental

Why Join Altec?

Altec is currently recruiting a Safety/Environmental Intern/Co-Op for a one semester commitment, from January-June 2027. The position is located at the Altec Midwest Facility in St. Joseph, MO. Altec provides furnished housing as well as a competitive hourly wage.

Building on 95 years of growth and success, Altec specializes in the design, manufacture, sale, and service of aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes, and specialty equipment, supporting customers in over 100 countries throughout the world. Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that is leading the industry and setting the standard of excellence.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree required
  • A degree in one of the following majors preferred:
    • Safety Management
    • Environmental Management
    • Risk Management

Potential Responsibilities

• Conducts safety and environmental training and education programs, and demonstrates the use of safety equipment
• Conducts Job Safety Analysis (JSA’s)
• Participate in RCI events related to safety and environmental
• Inspects and evaluates workplace environments, equipment, and practices, in order to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations
• Assists in completing regulatory reports for EPA and OSHA compliance
• Assists in incident investigations to identify root causes and corrective actions
• Assists in maintaining and updating emergency response plans and procedures
• Participate in Lean manufacturing initiatives and take part in Kaizen activities
• Other projects and assignments as needed

Customer First - Enjoyment of Work - Family- Financial Stability - Integrity - People Are Our Greatest Strength - Quality - Spiritual Development - Teamwork

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.