Industry Careers

AGC Safety Summer Internship – Wilsonville, Ore.

Location: Wilsonville, Oregon (with opportunities to work from home)

Start Date: Negotiable between May and June

Duration: 10–12 weeks

Searching for an internship is about finding a good fit to gain valuable industry experience and envisioning yourself in a successful full-time role. At AGC, we’re looking for a college summer intern who is excited about advancing safety and health outcomes for businesses across Oregon. This position offers collaborative and multi-disciplinary experiences with a team of occupational safety and health professionals who have boots on the ground across multiple construction companies.

The Associated General Contractors (AGC) Oregon-Columbia Chapter is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting construction education, training, and promotion of the construction industry. AGC’s Safety Services Team provides all these opportunities and much more, thriving through providing expertise and service to our member companies statewide. At AGC, our safety and health internship offers a great way to get real-life experience in a safety and health career in construction.

INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

You’ll spend 10–12 weeks as part of our team of six safety management professionals and industrial hygiene experts, working with our members throughout Oregon. You will assist the team with consultations, hazard evaluations, and report writing and play a supportive role in data analysis, projects, and corporate initiatives. You’ll find this experience connects with a wealth of different construction-type roles. At the end of the internship, you’ll have an opportunity to present your experience to our safety and health staff members.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in occupational safety and health with various types of construction firms.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist AGC’s safety management consultant team with member consultations to gain exposure to the services, resources, and training that AGC provides.
• Assist AGC’s internal hygienist team with consultations and analyses of policyholders’ worksites, including the evaluation of physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic hazards over a wide range of industries.
• Draft reports for submission to internal and external customers at the request and with the guidance of AGC safety team.
• Learn and consult on a variety of occupational health issues using an integrated approach.
• Work with the safety team to review, update, and create safety and health resources, web content, and training for our customers.
• Participate in training opportunities to develop skills in all aspects of safety and health consultation and applicable rules and regulations.
• Learn about the connection between safety and health and workers’ compensation insurance in Oregon. Learn about stakeholders and business partners.
• Research occupational health issues and manage and complete assigned projects and tasks as assigned.

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree leading to an industrial hygiene/occupational safety and health/environmental health sciences or public health.
• Industrial hygiene laboratory or instrumentation coursework preferred.
• Works well individually and as part of a team doing complex, confidential work.
• Excellent problem-solving, research, and writing skills; ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear and concise format across a variety of audiences.
  Basic computer skills and familiarity with MS Office, MS Outlook, and Office 365.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record or ability to arrange transportation for occasional travel out of the office.

NEXT STEPS

To receive consideration, please submit the following by the close date of this recruitment and send it to amyb@agc-oregon.org:

• Your resume,
• A cover letter,
• Unofficial transcript(s), and
• A college writing sample authored solely by you.

ABOUT US

For over 100 years, the AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter has been the premier professional association for contractors in Oregon and SW Washington, representing the best of the best in commercial construction. Together, we’re setting the bar for quality and safety. We’re committed to enhancing the performance of our members, representing their interests, and building a better climate for construction.

Senior Health & Safety Manager – Portland, Ore.

• Full time, direct hire with travel
• Onsite in North Portland, OR
• Manufacturing

What you should know: 

Mulberry is partnering with our longtime client, a 60-year established manufacturing company with locations in multiple states to identify a Senior Health & Safety Manager. They specialize in providing innovative, sustainable, and high-performance building products, with a commitment to service and integrity at the highest standards. A commitment to safety and health are in their core values. The Senior Health & Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and leading health and safety programs across all company sites. In this role you will direct and mentor site Health & Safety managers and specialist fostering professional development. Our client ready and motivated to hire an experienced, relationship-oriented Health & Safety leader who can operate at a strategic and operational level.

A day in the life:

• Ensure full compliance with OSHA and other safety regulations across all sites serving as company’s safety SME
• Establish and manage execution of companywide safety policies ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Conduct corporate-level risk assessments, safety audits, and compliance inspections at each site
• Establish and maintain key safety performance indicators (KPIs), reporting trends and insights to executive leadership
• Partners with Director of Environmental regarding industrial hygiene to protect worker health and safety
• Drive employee engagement in safety initiatives and safety committee, ensuring frontline workers understand and commit to safety policies.
• Lead the development of risk assessment tools, hazard identification systems, and corrective action processes.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise:

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in safety leadership roles, with at least 3 years managing multi-site manufacturing safety programs.
• Extensive experience in OSHA compliance, incident prevention strategies, and risk management.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a safety team, driving high-performance results. Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with experience managing multiple employees across multiple sites.
• Expert knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, and industry-specific safety regulations
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 30%.

Compensation and Benefits: 

$145-160K in annual compensation plus bonus.  Benefits include comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans. 401K, FSA, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and complimentary financial wellness planning services.

A drug screen, physical and background check will be administered upon acceptance of offer.

Contact

• Jenny Wright & Kristen McConnell, hello@mulberrytalent.com

03/25

Proposal Manager – Tualatin, Ore.

Perlo Construction oversees and constructs new buildings in nearly all commercial market segments, including tenant improvements, existing building renovations and healthcare. With continued positive growth, we are looking for talented, like-minded professionals to join our team in the eternal pursuit of excellence. Perlo offers the opportunity to build a career in a supportive culture empowering self-starters who thrive in a fun and fast-paced environment. Recently, Perlo was listed as a Top Workplace by the Oregonian, one of the 100 Best Companies to work for in Oregon as well as one of Oregon’s 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies.

The Proposal Manager is a strategic thinker with a winning mentality who will oversee the entire proposal development process from initiation to submission. This role requires collaboration with various stakeholders, including the Executive team, Marketing, Business Development, Project Managers, field crew leaders, and subject matter experts, to craft compelling proposals that effectively showcase our company’s capabilities and align with client needs. The ideal candidate should be well-organized, accountable, and committed to meeting deadlines. A team-oriented mindset, exceptional project management skills, and outstanding writing abilities are essential for success in this role.

Location:

Tualatin, Ore. | In Office (no remote or hybrid available)

Essential Duties:

Lead the proposal development process to align with company strategies and client requirements.

Oversee the preparation and delivery of proposal documents, ensuring that all components are accurate, complete, and submitted by established deadlines
Write, edit, and review proposal documents for clarity and responsiveness to RFP requirements.

Additional Duties:

• Ensure that proposal deliverables are prepared with precision and delivered on time by effectively managing both yourself and the proposal team.
• Actively tracking progress, overseeing the proposal process and timeline, and consistently meeting client expectations. Additionally, maintain clear and open communication to address any issues or discrepancies that may arise.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders to gather necessary insights for proposal content.
• Work with the design team to ensure proposals effectively support goals and client needs.
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge of reusable content and resources, including resumes, company descriptions, project examples, and technical specifications, to facilitate the streamlined preparation of proposals.
• Conduct market research, including competitive analysis and market trends, to inform the proposal strategy.
• Lead debriefs with team members and clients after submitting a proposal, focusing on strengths and lessons learned to improve future proposals.
• Be a team player and assist with additional business development and marketing initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Click here for full job description and application information.

1/30

Electrical Engineer – Salem, Ore.

Jet Industries Inc. is a nationwide, family-owned, contractor that has thrived in business since 1977 by fostering an entrepreneurial culture that has led to our diversified construction trades. This same culture has helped us create a cohesive work environment. Our company lives and breathes our core values of Integrity, Customer Service Excellence, Teamwork, Accountability, and Safety. Our start-to-finish services include heating, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, engineering, fire protection, and maintenance. Our team completes every job with efficiency, safety, and organization in mind, ensuring the best possible results, every time. You can always count on us to minimize project waste, maintain an organized project schedule, and deliver a high-quality product.

Are you a highly skilled and motivated electrical designer/engineer looking for an immediate opportunity? Do you thrive in a dynamic and loving work environment? If so, we have the perfect job for you!

Jet Industries Inc. is a nationwide, family-owned contractor that has been thriving in the construction industry since 1977. We foster an entrepreneurial culture and prioritize our core values of Integrity, Customer Service Excellence, Teamwork, Accountability, and Safety. Join our team today and be a part of our success story!

Benefits at Jet Industries:

• 100% paid premium carrier health insurance coverage for you and your family
• Affordable Dental coverage
• Retirement Program 401K Matching (3%)
• A safety-first, family-like workplace
• Paid Holidays (6 Days) and PTO
• A diverse internal training program, Jet University, available to the team

Essential Duties for Electrical Designer/Engineer:

• Design electrical systems ranging from simple to complex
• Types of design can include power, lighting, distribution systems, heat trace, and general equipment installation designs
• Perform short circuit analysis, arc flash analysis, overcurrent protective device coordination, and review power quality and reliability
• Create low-voltage system designs, including instrumentation and controls, telecommunications, life safety, and security systems
• Coordinate with design team members in electrical and other disciplines
• Attend client design review meetings for presentation to customers
• Write technical specifications, sequence of operations, testing documents, and reports

Requirements for Electrical Designer/Engineer:

• A minimum of 2–3 years of experience as an independent designer/engineer Must have a license
• BSEE or equivalent degree from an accredited university or related field. PE registration is a must
• Thorough understanding of basic NEC requirements, including electrical clearances, circuit sizing, de-rating, motor circuit design, and transformer feeder design
• Good communicator and team player
• Ability to both lead and follow
• Highly organized

How to Apply:

Please apply here, or just Text 12ZB0215 to 31063 to get an application.

5/29

Bilingual Craft Instructor – Portland, Ore.

The Northwest College of Construction has an opening for a skilled Bilingual Craft Training Instructor. This is a part-time position. Classes are typically 4-hours in length and held one evening per week, September thru June. Occasional one-off classes could be scheduled as needed.

Required Skills, Abilities, Knowledge & Expertise:

• Verifiable journey-level experience for a minimum of three (3) years in the general construction
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required
• Preference is given to graduates of approved apprenticeship programs
• Paid attendance at an Instructor Certification Training Program class is required before teaching
• Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

How to Apply?

• Complete Application Packet. Click “Apply Here” and submit a current resume, cover letter and NWCOC application.
• If you have a disability or otherwise require an application in an alternate format in order to complete the process, you may contact us.

Why Join Us?

We are a privately funded, non-profit educational facility. Our Mission is to recruit, train and retain a highly skilled workforce for the construction industry by promoting life-long learning and excellence through career and technical education.

We are a leading provider of construction education and training at the craft, technical and professional levels of the industry. The great majority of our instructors are current full-time journey-workers, foreman, managers, and owners of construction firms.

Questions?

Email Katrina Cloud at KatrinaC@nwcoc.com or call 503-256-7300 x222 for more information.

05/05

HVAC Craft Instructor – Portland, Ore.

The Northwest College of Construction has an opening for a skilled Commercial HVAC Craft Instructor. This is a part-time, evening position, teaching a 4-hour class one night per week.

Required Skills, Abilities, Knowledge & Expertise:

• Verifiable journey-level experience for a minimum of three (3) years in the trade
  • First, second and third year instructors are preferred to have an LE-B or higher electrical license but it is not required
  • Fourth year instructors must hold an LE-B, or higher electrical license, or be a retired license holder
• Experience with HVAC systems and procedures including:
  • Refrigerants, oils, compressors and various metering devices
  • Retail refrigeration systems and commercial hydronic systems
  • Water treatment encountered in heating and cooling systems
  • Steam systems, heat pumps, oil heating systems, and electronic controls
  • Troubleshooting humidifiers, electronic air cleaners, economizers, zone controls, and heat recovery ventilators
  • Planned maintenance for the systems described above
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required
• Preference is given to graduates of approved apprenticeship programs
• Paid attendance at an Instructor Certification Training Program class is required before teaching
• Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

For consideration, complete the Application for Employment located here. Click “Apply Here” and use the web submission form to submit a current resume, cover letter and NWCOC application. If you have a disability or otherwise require an application in an alternate format in order to complete the process, you may contact us.

We are a privately funded, non-profit educational facility. Our mission is to recruit, train and retain a highly skilled workforce for the construction industry by promoting life-long learning and excellence through career and technical education.

Email Katrina Cloud or call 503-256-7300 x222 for more information.

05/05