What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Intern position at Otter Tail Power Company?
Position Type: Temporary, Full-time, Summer Intern
Duration: May 2025 through August or September 2025
Location: Fergus Falls General Office, Split time of fieldwork and office work
Overview: Otter Tail Power Company has an opening for a temporary, full-time, summer intern position for a student pursuing Land Surveying. The Survey Technician Summer Intern will gain valuable experience while working toward proficiency in assigned field and office duties. The intern will work under the supervision of experienced staff to ensure that field projects are completed to company standards and within budget and timeline constraints. The intern will learn how to set up construction staking jobs using data from engineers. The intern will work with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center in the office and Trimble data collection equipment in the field, including conventional, GNSS, scanner, and drone technology.
Responsibilities:
- Complete assigned tasks while complying with established field procedures; ensure that the field data is in the proper format.
- Take photos or make sketches of monuments, structures, topography, trees, etc., to assist office personnel and drafting technicians visualize conditions.
- Report to and communicate with the Survey Team. Communication is key to keeping projects on schedule.
- Download data collected electronically to the proper job and file. Assist in reducing data to usable format.
- Use proper safety equipment and follow proper field safety procedures.
- Portray a professional appearance by wearing the appropriate clothing for the work environment.
- Review site plans, topographic surveys, and plats prior to delivery.
- Perform all other assigned duties; and duties as they develop.
- Process field data using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center.
Application Process: To apply, visit our careers page at www.otpco.com. We’ll accept applications through March 31, 2025. The expected base compensation for this role is $20.00 per hour.
Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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