What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Intern position at Connecticut Water?
Job Title
GIS Intern
Requisition ID
req850
Type of Employment
Seasonal Employee
Job Openings
Compensation Range
19.04 - 30.48
Compensation Type
Hourly Wage
Founded in 1866, San Jose Water Company is an investor owned water company headquartered in Silicon Valley. With a service area of 140 square miles, it is one of the largest and most technically sophisticated urban water system in the United States. We serve over 1 million people with high quality, life sustaining water, with an emphasis on exceptional customer service.
We are actively seeking talented, driven and highly-productive applicants for the position of GIS Intern to join our dynamic team. We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment along with a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.
Position Summary
Gainunique experience in water utilities by learning from a team of GISprofessionals. The GIS Intern will be an integral team member, showcasingstrong organizational skills, diligence, and an enthusiastic energy for spatialsystems.
Underthe supervision of the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Supervisor orManager, the GIS intern is responsible for capturing Global Positioning System(GPS) points for asset and facilities; maintaining equipment and processing spatialdata; creating cartographic map products; and performs other related duties asrequired. This position requires working in a variety of environments whileperforming data collection to ensure the highest level of data accuracy andintegrity.
Specific Responsibilities
- Perform field data collection using GPS equipment
- Locate asset and enter attribute information into mobile application
- Perform general research and conduct field verification to ensure data is accurately captured in GIS system
- Prepare maps using ArcGIS software
- Perform data input and editing of existing spatial and tabular data using GIS desktop software
- May perform other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Desired Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
Other Requirements
EEO Statement Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
