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Form of workThis intern will work closely with the asphalt plant operations and support team, conducting research for areas of inefficiency. This intern will last from May to August of 2024.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Environmental Audits:
- Assist in conducting environmental audits to identify potential issues and areas for improvement.
- Review and analyze environmental records to ensure adherence to permits and regulations.
- Waste Management:
- Monitor and improve the plant's waste management processes, focusing on recycling and reducing waste generation.
- Coordinate hazardous waste disposal and compliance with waste disposal regulations.
- Sustainability Initiatives:
- Participate in or lead sustainability projects, such as energy efficiency improvements, water conservation, and carbon footprint reduction efforts.
- Analyze and propose ways to reduce the environmental impact of asphalt production.
- Environmental Impact Assessments:
- Assist in conducting environmental impact assessments for plant expansions or new projects.
- Evaluate the potential effects on the local ecosystem and community.
- Report Generation:
- Prepare reports summarizing the environmental performance of the asphalt plant.
- Document progress on sustainability goals and environmental initiatives.
- Research and Benchmarking:
- Conduct research on industry best practices and emerging environmental technologies.
- Benchmark the plant's environmental performance against industry standards.
- Documentation and Record-Keeping:
- Maintain accurate records of environmental data, reports, permits, and regulatory correspondence.
- Assist in the organization and management of environmental documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Preferred, currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Environmental Engineering, Business, or other related disciplines with an interest in construction.
- Dedication to learning, expanding knowledge, and continuous improvement.
- Interest in Quality Control.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Superior organizational and prioritization skills.
- Problem-solving, acceptance of responsibility, and work ethic.
- Valid driver's license with insurable driving record.
Core Competencies
Integrity & Trust: Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.
Self-Development: Is personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve him/herself; understands that different situations and levels may call for different skills and approaches; works to deploy strengths; works on compensating for weakness and limits.
Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
Managing and Measuring Work: Clearly assigns responsibility for tasks and decisions; sets clear objectives and measures; monitors process, progress, and results; designs feedback loops into work.
Command Skills: Relishes leading; takes unpopular stands if necessary; encourages direct and tough debate but isn't afraid to end and move on; is looked to for direction in a crisis; faces adversity head on; energized by tough challenges.
Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes more opportunities than others.
Compassion: Genuinely cares about people; is concerned about their work and non-work problems; is available and ready to help; is sympathetic to the plight of others not as fortunate; demonstrates real empathy with the joys and pains of others.
Superior Bowen is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, national origin or any other legally protected status.
