Intern I - Water Utilities Engineering - Planning

City of Arlington • Arlington, TX

3d

About The Position

Under immediate supervision, this position will assist the Water Utilities Engineering Planning Group with daily project duties for the city’s water and sanitary sewer systems. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Provide support to the Engineering Planning group to include but not limited to: Review and catalog construction record drawings Review and score CCTV inspection video Assist with field GPS surveying and asset information verification Data gathering, analysis, comparison and reporting Performing plan research and review record drawings of water and sanitary sewer infrastructure 2. Provide technical support to the Water Engineers which includes but is not limited to: Preparing cost estimates Checking design calculations Reviewing plans against city’s design criteria Visiting project sites to observe construction activity and verify compliance with the plans MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Strong computer skills and knowledge of PC-based programs such as Word, Excel and Access. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with citizens, staff and other departments. Skill in maintaining and creating accurate records and reports. Ability to operate office equipment including, but not limited to a telephone, copy machine and calculator. Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, maps and diagrams. Ability to work in an outdoor environment subject to adverse weather conditions, dust and dirt. Ability to perform physical skills including, but not limited to seeing, carrying, sitting and writing. Qualifying Education and Experience: Currently enrolled as a junior or senior Civil or Environmental Engineering major Enrolled at an ABET accredited institution Possesses a valid Texas Driver License, Class C. Required Pre-Employment Screenings: Criminal Background Check Motor Vehicle Record Check City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The people that work for the City of Arlington directly impact our community, citizens, visitors and businesses. Become a leader in your chosen profession by joining the City’s dynamic workforce and make a positive contribution to the American Dream City! The City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will make reasonable accommodations upon request for qualified individuals with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodations should be sent to [email protected]. If you do not find a job that suits your experience, we welcome you to introduce yourself so Human Resources may be able to guide you to other opportunities.

Requirements

• Strong computer skills and knowledge of PC-based programs such as Word, Excel and Access.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with citizens, staff and other departments.
• Skill in maintaining and creating accurate records and reports.
• Ability to operate office equipment including, but not limited to a telephone, copy machine and calculator.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, maps and diagrams.
• Ability to work in an outdoor environment subject to adverse weather conditions, dust and dirt.
• Ability to perform physical skills including, but not limited to seeing, carrying, sitting and writing.
• Currently enrolled as a junior or senior Civil or Environmental Engineering major
• Enrolled at an ABET accredited institution
• Possesses a valid Texas Driver License, Class C.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Engineering Planning group to include but not limited to: Review and catalog construction record drawings Review and score CCTV inspection video Assist with field GPS surveying and asset information verification Data gathering, analysis, comparison and reporting Performing plan research and review record drawings of water and sanitary sewer infrastructure
• Provide technical support to the Water Engineers which includes but is not limited to: Preparing cost estimates Checking design calculations Reviewing plans against city’s design criteria Visiting project sites to observe construction activity and verify compliance with the plans

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed