Engineer Apprentice (Summer)

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

42d • Onsite

About The Position

This is the Engineer Apprentice level, an entry level position where applicants have an interest in gaining exposure and experience in the transportation industry from the perspective of state government; particularly in the areas of highway design, construction, and maintenance. Summer Engineer Apprentices will have the opportunity to gain work experience by participating in highway construction and maintenance activities. Returning Summer Engineer Apprentices will further their experience by participating in the above activities at a more in-depth level, as well as possibly being assigned to their own project. Field assignments are available at all 77 Oklahoma counties and are subject to location and availability.

Requirements

• High school diploma (or equivalent), with strong scores in subjects involving science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
• Ability to perform manual labor
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• At least 18 years of age
• Enrolled at an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited college or university
• A United States citizen or legal resident of the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act, 8 U.S.C. Section 1324b.

Nice To Haves

• Returning Summer Engineer Apprentices will further their experience by participating in the above activities at a more in-depth level, as well as possibly being assigned to their own project.

Responsibilities

• Assisting a survey crew
• Assisting with traffic hazard surveys
• Documenting daily construction activities and project status
• Maintaining highway rights-of-way
• Repairing highway safety appurtenances
• Repairing roads and bridges
• Testing and inspecting construction materials
• Verifying that project elements are built according to plans and specifications

Benefits

• Annual benefit allowances
• A variety of health, dental, and vision plan options
• Paid annual and sick leave that rolls over each year
• 11 paid holidays
• Robust retirement savings plans
• An EAP & wellness program
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan
• OPERS Defined Benefit Plan
• Longevity Pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED