What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Engineering Aide - Public Works position at City of Green Bay, WI?
General Description
A great opportunity for Engineering Students! The Department of Public Works is seeking Seasonal Engineering Aides to work with our Engineering Technicians, assisting with various projects. This opportunity offers valuable hands-on experience and the opportunity to explore a career in Civil Engineering.
Work schedules for Traffic Engineering Aides may be adjusted between the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. depending on the traffic counting needs of the department.
Examples of Duties
- Assists Engineer Technician on engineering surveys by serving as a road person or chain person, and by performing other manual tasks such as driving stakes, clearing brush from survey lines and searching for survey monuments as directed.
- May use transit or level in simple operations.
- Makes manual traffic counts at specified locations.
- Performs basic, manual and CAD drafting assignments and other elementary office work as directed.
- May assist in the inspection of routine Public Works construction projects.
Minimum Qualifications Required
Summer Engineering Aide & Traffic Engineering Aide
- Enrolled in Engineering program, with preference given to those enrolled in Civil Engineering.
- Valid driver's license and good driving record.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Some knowledge of surveying instruments and methods.
- Good communication skills including ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions quickly and accurately.
- Ability to perform manual labor under varying weather conditions.
- Considerable ability to learn quickly and perform tasks accurately.
- Basic computer skills with knowledge and experience with CAD being desirable.
May be required to demonstrate minimum competency by successfully passing approved tests.
