Kennywood HSE Intern

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain caveand chose to share it with the world. Today Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company with 49 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something uniqueall are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and servicewhat we call Heartspitalitythe intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal-opportunity employer we strive to provide environments where every host guest and partner feel welcome valued and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.

We are currently looking for a:

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Support leadership with incorporating Palace HSE standards and local HSE requirements into park procedures and training
• Assist with conducting proactive risk assessments to identify and minimize potential risks in all aspects of park operations
• Assist with performing self-audits and inspections to verify compliance with HSE standards procedures and applicable local HSE regulations
• Assist with ensuring maintenance equipment amusement devices attractions rides facilities and other equipment meet applicable industry standards as defined by local regulations applicable ASTM standards
• Assist with investigations for guest and employee HSE related incidents to determine causes prepare incident reports and perform trend analysis
• Monitor and confirm completion of follow up actions for HSE findings audits inspections and incident investigations
• Assist with developing corrective and preventive actions to address incidents
• Assist with the timely and accurate completion of Sustainability and other required reports
• Help prepare and train other employees on HSE related standards
• Assist in coordinating park security initiatives
• Help plan and execute emergency response procedures
• All other duties as assigned by leadership

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma GED or equivalent
• Currently enrolled (or recent graduate) in a Bachelors Degree of Health & Safety Emergency Management Sustainability Industrial Hygiene or related discipline is required

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Pennsylvania Child Labor Laws
• Ability to work flexible schedule including evenings weekends and holidays
• Must possess a valid drivers license and a good driving record
• Ability to address multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent customer service skills ability to resolve questions problems issues and concerns
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel Word and Power Point.
• Excellent interviewing listening and note-taking skills.
• Ability to professionally and calmly deal with stressful and/or tense situations.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to collaborate with external first responders and emergency personnel.
• Ability to apply knowledge of HSE methods procedures and techniques to specific situations.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to sit or stand for long period of time
• Ability to walk long distances throughout the park
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor setting for long periods of time
• Ability to withstand heat humidity direct sun cold and other weather elements
• Ability to kneel stoop or twist for long periods of time
• Occasional bending squatting and reaching above shoulders
• Ability to carry push pull lift and hold objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to tolerate loud noise levels flashing lights and heavily populated environments

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to the variable outside and inside temperatures including high heat cold humidity dust rain and other weather conditions
• Exposure to a variety of stressful emergency situations involving people or property
• Frequent interaction with all outdoor and indoor areas of the park
• Some sedentary motion while sitting and utilizing computer/camera equipment
• Fast-paced environment with constantly shifting priorities and challenges
• Subject to occasional loud noises and flashing lights

Team member benefits:

Why Kennywood

Working at Kennywood is about making people happy. Its about being independent and having fun making new friends and earning extra money while doing so.

Kennywood Perks & Benefits:

• Free admission to Kennywood Sandcastle & Idlewild on your days off as well as free tickets for your family & friends!
• Exclusive employee events throughout the season