Public Works Intern

Haltom City•Haltom City, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of routine clerical, office, and engineering-related functions; provides assistance to the City Engineer and the Engineering Division; and performs other related duties as assigned. This role involves updating and maintaining Public Works record documents, communicating with stakeholders, assisting in reviewing construction plans, and providing office support.

Requirements

High School Diploma and some college level course work in an engineering or construction-related field of study, and one year of experience working in an office environment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.
Coordinating and performing a variety of routine office functions.
Providing engineering support to the City Engineer and Director of Public Works.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.
Skilled in the operation of personal computer operations.
Must have good data entry skills with speed and accuracy.

Nice To Haves

Principles and practices of engineering
Sewer, water, traffic, and road construction principles
Construction plans and drawings
Engineering records, reports, and documentation

Responsibilities

Works with the GIS Database Administrator to update and maintain Public Works record documents, sewer plat books, water drawings, and/or assigned City maps.
Communicates with stakeholders and City residents in person and via telephone regarding reported issues/complaints.
Files plats and other related documents and performs research at the Tarrant County courthouse upon approval of the City Engineer.
Under engineering supervision, assists in reviewing construction plans and monitors for compliance with regulatory requirements and City specifications.
Attends project related meetings with external customers as directed.
Provides office support and clerical assistance as needed to maintain efficient operations. May include typing, filing, sorting, retrieving records; bookkeeping; operating computer equipment; data entry; photocopying; collating material.
Organizes the Engineering Division's Plan Room and maintains it in such a manner that the documents are readily accessible.
Drafts notes in relation to items discussed at Design Review Committee (DRC) meetings.
Provides engineering support to the City Engineer and the Director of Public Works.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.