GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
Engineer Intern, performs a range of professional engineering work in gathering and compiling data and checking designs; prepares plans, details, estimates, reports and specifications for a wide variety of civil engineering projects; and does related work as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assist in the Metering Section of the Utilities Department.
- Change and convert Meters.
- Learn to coordinate engineering projects with other City departments, outside governmental agencies, utility companies and private developers.
- Learn to inspect construction as needed to resolve problems and assess any additional expenditures needed for completion or correction of projects.
- Assist in implementing and interpreting Utilities’ design and construction design manuals, ordinances, procedures and special studies, all revisions and requests for new material approvals.
- Assist in program planning, development, implementation and evaluation in area of study.
- Learn to conduct research studies and/or surveys specific to municipal government programs and services.
- Learn to review and monitor construction of City Capital Improvement Projects, including water mains, buildings, traffic control, landscape and sanitary sewers.
- Assist in preparing engineering plans, specifications, drawing, reports and recommendations.
- Learn a variety of methods of provide leadership, direction and supervision to paraprofessional or technical staff members.
- Assist in troubleshooting water and sewer related issues, resolving and communication with the customer.
- Perform other duties as assigned or directed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
- Computers and applicable software.
- Business English, spelling and arithmetic.
- Records management policies, procedures, and processes.
Ability to:
- Apply strategic thinking skills, including the ability to clearly define objectives, generate an action plan, define necessary resources, effectively anticipate change, brainstorm, troubleshoot and generate solutions.
- Apply exceptional communication skills, including active listening skills, conflict resolution, seeking clarification as needed, building relationships and where possible creating “win-win” outcomes using positive reinforcement and diplomacy.
- Be coached, open to feedback, and engaged in continuous improvement as it relates to knowledge, skills and abilities associated with this position and as an employee of the department.
- Operate computer and applicable software, printer, scanner, paging system, city vehicle, multi-line phone system, calculator, and standard office equipment while performing essential functions
- Prioritize and organize work; manage multiple tasks at one time.
- Prioritize and schedule workload; ensure completion when faced with deadlines or emergencies.
- Keep accurate records; prepare documents and spreadsheets using Word and Excel.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Coursework in Construction Management or Engineering pursuing a BS; Junior or Senior classification preferred; GPA of 2.75 or higher.
- Minimum of eighteen (18) months of relevant experience operating all department equipment utilized for maintenance, repair or site related construction.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- All applicants must be available at the beginning of the Summer Semester.
- Must possess a valid Mississippi Driver’s License and acceptable MVR.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
All types of weather and temperature conditions. Work and/or walk for long periods of time on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain. Work is performed in an office environment and in close proximity to other workers. Requires working varying hours, weekends, and holidays. Work environment is informal, team-oriented, having both routine and variable tasks with variable pace and pressure. Work is performed in/ outdoors.
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to operate assigned equipment. FREQUENT bending, stooping, squatting, and climbing; standing, sitting, reaching at and above shoulder height, kneeling, balancing above ground, pushing and pulling, crawling, twisting at waist, upward and downward flexion of neck, side-to-side turning of neck; lifting of objects weighing up to 75 lbs.
The duties listed above are intended as illustrations of the types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific job duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment contract and is subject to change as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.
Regular and consistent attendance is a condition of continuing employment.
The City of Starkville, is an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION employer. Candidates are considered for employment with the City, without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
A drug screen is required for this position.
