Equipment Intern

POSITION SUMMARY

The Equipment Intern will gain practical, entry-level experience in Orion’s Equipment Department through supervised assignments in equipment shops, shop offices, and the corporate office. The intern will learn how construction equipment is inspected, maintained, repaired, tracked, and supported throughout its service life. Working alongside equipment managers, mechanics, shop personnel, and administrative staff, the intern will assist with routine activities and develop an understanding of how equipment supports marine and concrete construction operations.

The intern will also spend time with the corporate Equipment Department to become familiar with equipment policies and procedures, preventive maintenance programs, equipment utilization, documentation, and reporting. This position is intended to provide broad exposure to the department, encourage questions and professional development, and build an understanding of the relationship between field operations, shop operations, and corporate equipment management.

The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork, each built upon the foundation of Integrity.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observe and assist shop personnel with daily equipment maintenance and repair activities under appropriate supervision and in accordance with safety requirements.
• Learn the purpose of preventive maintenance inspections, service intervals, work orders, and equipment repair records; assist with basic documentation and follow-up.
• Assist shop-office personnel with organizing equipment files, service records, inspection reports, and other departmental documentation.
• Become familiar with equipment identification, asset numbers, locations, and the processes used to track equipment assignments and transfers.
• Observe equipment receiving, inspections, storage, and preparation for shipment or deployment to projects.
• Assist with parts and materials documentation, including reviewing purchase orders, packing slips, and inventory records as directed.
• Gain exposure to the department’s maintenance management and equipment tracking systems; assist with data entry and basic reports after training.
• Work with corporate Equipment Department personnel to review and become familiar with equipment policies, procedures, and standard operating practices.
• Assist in compiling basic information on equipment utilization, maintenance costs, downtime, and equipment availability for management review.
• Attend selected shop, equipment, and safety meetings to understand departmental priorities, coordination, and communication.
• Participate in supervised visits to jobsites or other facilities when appropriate to learn how equipment is used and supported in the field.
• Complete assigned learning projects or administrative tasks, document findings, and provide brief updates to the Equipment Manager.
• Ask questions, seek feedback, maintain accurate records, and demonstrate a willingness to learn from shop, field, and office personnel.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by immediate supervision, consistent with the intern’s training, experience, and safety requirements.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent’s own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent encounters.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports all violations of applicable laws, regulations, or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).
• All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary, or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

JOB-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• Work Standard: Demonstrates a willingness to learn, follows instructions, pays attention to detail, and takes pride in completing assigned work accurately, safely, and on time. Seeks guidance when needed and responds constructively to feedback.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• The individual should have an interest in construction equipment and a willingness to learn through hands-on experience. No prior internship or equipment experience is required. The individual should be dependable, willing to follow instructions, and comfortable working in both office and shop environments.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This may include a hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety-toed footwear, or other protective equipment appropriate to the work and location. The incumbent must be able to follow safety instructions, recognize and report potential hazards, remain calm during emergencies, and evacuate the work area in a timely manner when directed.

Depending on assigned activities, the Equipment Intern may be required to:

• Walk through shop, yard, office, and approved jobsite areas, including uneven surfaces and designated equipment access points.
• Stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, or climb stairs during routine observation and office assignments.
• Work in both office settings and outdoor shop or yard environments, including varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Use a computer and communicate effectively with supervisors, mechanics, and other employees.
• Observe equipment operations from designated safe locations and follow all instructions regarding restricted areas and equipment movement.