Engineering Co-Op

City of Oak Park • Oak Park, MI

1d • $18

About The Position

Participate in and perform engineering work involving responsibility for independent application of technical knowledge and skill to engineering problems in the field or office. Act as a member of a survey team and construction inspector of municipal engineering projects. Act on behalf of the Engineering Technician in his or her absence and perform related work as required.

Requirements

• Ability to assemble, prepare and maintain correspondence, records, and reports.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with the public.
• Ability to take direction and perform all duties assigned.
• Engineering or construction background preferred
• Degree from an accredited high school.
• Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the preparation of layout work required for the paving of streets, alleys, sidewalks, parking lots and related structures.
• Participate in the running of levels, lines and setting of grades for sidewalks, streets, alleys sewer mains, and water mains.
• Inspect the work of contractors on municipal construction projects and enforce adherence to plans and specifications.
• Be familiar with the operation of surveying and engineering equipment as required.
• Participate in the performance of preliminary surveys for such engineering projects as streets, alleys, sewer and water mains, buildings, and other public improvements.
• Respond to citizen complaints and concerns regarding streets, sewers, sidewalks and the water system. Ensure that appropriate action is taken.
• Assist in the preparation of plans for municipal engineering projects.
• Assist in creating contract documents for the construction of municipal engineering projects
• Be familiar with AutoCad computer aided design/ drafting software and perform miscellaneous drafting as required.
• Make blueprints, draw maps, plans and sketches from field notes and preliminary sketches.
• Generate and maintain accurate engineering records and reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees