Engineering Co-op Student (Part-Time) – Water and Sewer
About The Position
Responsible for performing entry-level engineering and technical work in support of water and wastewater utility operations, capital projects, and asset management programs. Assignments are designed to provide practical experience applying engineering principles in a municipal utility environment and to build technical skills in engineering design, field inspection, and data analysis. The position provides hands-on experience in project management, system operations, and infrastructure planning while working under the close supervision of licensed engineers and utility staff.
Requirements
- Enrollment in an associates or undergraduate program in Civil or Environmental engineering or related field.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle.
- Must be 18 or older due to the nature of the position.
- General knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of engineering.
- General knowledge of engineering design and construction standards and calculations.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, a background check and a State Bureau of Investigations background check prior to beginning their employment.
Responsibilities
- Assist with administration and design of capital improvement and maintenance projects
- Support project scheduling, budgeting, and cost estimating activities
- Review engineering plans, specifications, and contractor submittments for compliance with standards
- Assist in construction observation, documentation, and project closeout activities
- Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and internal departments to support project delivery
- Assist with analysis of water distribution and wastewater collection system performance
- Support operational initiatives such as leak detection, inflow/infiltration reduction, and asset management
- Participate in field investigations including inspections, data collection, and GPS/GIS mapping
- Assist with hydraulic modeling, system planning, and evaluation of system improvements
- Support regulatory compliance efforts, reporting, and permit documentation
- Prepare maps, drawings, and technical documents using CAD, GIS, and related software
- Maintain engineering records, databases, and asset management systems
- Assist in preparing reports, studies, and presentations for internal and public use
- Attend meetings with engineers, operations staff, and external stakeholders
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
