What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Intern (Non-Union) position at City of Duluth?
SUMMARY/PURPOSE
To assist the Engineering Division by performing manual and semi-skilled work in assigned areas including surveying, transportation engineering, and/or utility engineering.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
For both one-of-a-kind and repetitive tasks, the supervisor makes specific assignments that are accompanied by clear, detailed, and specific instructions. Incumbents work as instructed and consult with the supervisor.
SUPERVISION GIVEN
Does not supervise.
1. Assist in locating survey points and tracer wires.
2. Assist construction staking, including recording survey field notes and related data.
3. Operate and maintain survey and GPS equipment, or scanner as assigned.
4. Process survey information, including computerized data entry work.
5. Assist in creating plans, maps, and charts manually or using a computer-aided design (CAD) system or Geographic Information System (GIS).
6. Monitor and inspect small construction projects for conformance and report problems to supervisor.
7. Maintain a daily log of construction activities.
8. Document construction quantities and assist with quality control tests on construction materials.
9. Perform traffic counting work as assigned.
10. Enter traffic count data in databases and assist in analyzing traffic count data as assigned.
11. Be an effective team member by exhibiting self-motivation, supporting other employees in handling tasks, interacting effectively and respectfully with others, showing a desire to contribute to the team effort, accepting assignments willingly, and completing tasks within agreed upon timelines.
12. Other duties may be assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and abilities required.
1. Age Requirements
A. Must be 18 or older by date of hire.
2. License Requirements
A. Possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license or privilege.
3. Education & Experience Preferred Requirements
A. Student currently enrolled in an accredited college or university civil engineering or related civil engineering technology program (all experience levels encouraged to apply).
Knowledge Requirements
A. Knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
B. Knowledge of general engineering principles and practices.
C. Knowledge of the principles of drafting.
D. Knowledge of applicable safety principles and practices.
Ability Requirements
A. Ability to operate personal computers for the purposes of creating reports, preparing spreadsheets, and/or entering data in to databases.
B. Ability to perform supervised drafting work, with ability to use GIS and CAD systems desirable.
C. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
D. Ability to create and maintain a positive working environment that welcomes diversity, ensures cooperation, and promotes respect by sharing expertise with team members, fostering safe work practices, and developing trusting work relationships.
Physical Ability Requirements
A. Ability to transport oneself to, from, and around worksites.
B. Ability to work outside in varying weather conditions.
C. Ability to walk for long distances.
D. Ability to transport and erect survey and traffic counting equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
E. Ability to use a shovel to excavate ground and locate survey points and tracer wires.
F. Ability to attend work on a regular basis, including scheduled evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. We are hiring two positions for the upcoming summer season - one in Traffic Counts and one assigned to the Survey Crew. The positions will begin in May 2025.
If you are selected as a finalist for Engineering Intern, you will be contacted to schedule an interview.
The City of Duluth conducts the following pre-employment checks for this position:
- Criminal History Check
- Driver's License Check
- Drug Screening
- Pre-Work Screening Physical Exam
Salary : $17 - $19