Safety Tech - National Travel (December Grad)
Location: Nationwide
Travel: 100% travel within the United States
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience Level: Entry-level; recent graduates and graduating seniors encouraged to apply
Start Your Career in Construction Safety
Are you a student nearing graduation or a recent graduate looking for a career where you can grow quickly, make a meaningful impact, and travel across the country?
As a Safety Technician on Interstates’ National Traveling Construction Team, you’ll gain hands-on experience helping keep construction sites safe and supporting the people who work on them. You’ll partner with experienced Safety Managers and Safety Directors while learning through job-site audits, safety inspections, training support, accident-prevention efforts, and day-to-day problem-solving.
You’ll work on projects across the United States, build relationships with field teams and customers, and develop the skills needed for a long-term career in construction safety.
Student and Recent Graduate Opportunity
This is an entry-level, full-time opportunity designed for recent graduates and students graduating soon.
Candidates must be available for full-time employment and 100% domestic travel after graduation.
Is This Role a Good Fit?
This opportunity may be a strong fit if you are:
Curious about how safety practices are applied in the field
Interested in construction, safety, engineering, or a related field
Comfortable communicating with people at all levels
Detail-oriented and organized
Motivated to learn, ask questions, and take initiative
Excited to travel and work in changing job-site environments
Interested in building a long-term career in construction safety
Previous professional safety experience is not required. Training, mentorship, and hands-on learning will be provided.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you will:
Support the Safety Director and Safety Managers in promoting a proactive, behavior-based safety culture on remote construction sites
Complete job-site safety audits and help identify and correct potential hazards
Verify that required safety equipment and supplies are available on-site
Support weekly safety inspections, including documentation, reporting, and follow-up
Assist with accident, injury, and near-miss investigations
Participate in root-cause analyses and help identify opportunities for prevention
Assist with coordinating safety training, communications, and educational materials
Support first-aid readiness and assist with first-aid training or response as qualified and assigned
Attend foreman, crew, and team safety meetings
Assist with project start-ups and plant shutdowns
Help crews understand, communicate, and strengthen Interstates’ safety culture
Build positive working relationships with customers, safety professionals, field leaders, and Interstates team members
Perform other duties as assigned
What You’ll Bring
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, preferably in safety, safety engineering, construction management, engineering, or a related field
or one to two years of related safety or construction experience and/or training
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to track information, complete audits, and maintain accurate documentation
Ability to write clear reports and safety-related procedures
Ability to present information and respond to questions from employees, managers, customers, and other stakeholders
Ability to build trust and achieve results without relying on direct authority
Sound judgment and the ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
Willingness and ability to travel 100% throughout the United States
Preferred Qualifications
Internship, co-op, or academic project experience in safety, construction, engineering, or a related field
Experience working on a construction site or in an industrial environment
Familiarity with safety inspections, incident reporting, or hazard identification
First-aid or CPR certification
Why Interstates?
At Interstates, you’re not just starting a job—you’re joining a team that invests in your growth, values your perspective, and supports you as you build your career.
We strive to create a workplace where people are supported, respected, and encouraged to grow.
Caring coworkers who support one another
Opportunities to be recognized as an individual—not just an employee number
Flexible scheduling, when project needs allow
Team lunches, social activities, and celebrations
Opportunities to support charities and local communities through company-sponsored events
Career coaching and development opportunities aligned with your goals
A culture focused on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Our Why
Providing opportunities for our people
Making a difference with our clients
Pursuing a better way
Benefits of Working at Interstates
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Group life insurance and other benefits
Paid time off and holiday pay
Flexible scheduling, when project needs allow
Company discount program
Bonus incentives, including potential year-end incentives and merit increases
Per diem benefits, as applicable
Company-sponsored holiday events and team celebrations
Community outreach and volunteer opportunities
Career coaching and advancement opportunities
A supportive culture that values you as a whole person
Ready to Build Your Career?
If you’re ready to launch a career in construction safety, gain experience on projects across the country, and make a difference every day, apply today.
Interstates is committed to helping you grow from day one. Whether you’re graduating soon or recently completed your degree, this is an opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, develop practical skills, and build a strong foundation for your future.