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Civil Engineering Internship | City of Urbandale | Summary Description The City of Urbandale is seeking individuals for the Summer 2024 Civil Engineering Internship position. Urbandale is a progressive and growing community of over 45,000 people. It is a suburb of Des Moines, located on northwest side, and is nestled between West Des Moines, Clive and Johnston. Under the general direction of Assistant Director of Engineering, performs a variety of introductory survey, data collection, asset review, and data analysis to support the work of the Engineering and Public Works Department. The summer internship opportunity is open for college students studying civil or construction engineering programs. This Internship is a temporary position runs from mid-May, 2024 through mid-August, 2024. Routine Job Duties/Responsibilities Collects traffic counts and assist with traffic studies Assist with field inspection of public infrastructure inspections as directed. Perform data collection, GIS data entry and database management. Perform GPS data collection. Complete assigned projects of GIS processing and analysis in a timely manner. Develop maps and drawings utilizing GIS and MicroStation Assist with field collection and database processing GPS data Survey with GPS and Total Station Equipment Complete projects and other duties as assigned Assist with customer inquires and special projects as assigned Typical Qualifications Must be able to pass a pre-employment offer: reference checks, drug screen, motor vehicle report and background check. Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge is qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: Must have high school diploma or GED and be enrolled in civil or construction engineering courses Valid Drivers License Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Ability to understand and work from written and/or oral instructions Ability to handle confidential information in a sensitive manner Advanced mathematical skills Excellent telephone techniques Accurate typing skills Ability to take initiative Proficiency with PC’s and computer software and applications, including, word processing, database, and spreadsheet software. Proficiency in CAD, GIS, GPS, and/or civil engineering design software is desired but not required. Ability to perform essential duties at designated work site location at designated hours. Supplemental Information There are (3) openings available for the Summer 2024 internship program. Applicants selected will be invited to participate in the oral interview process. Interviews will be held the end of January to the first part of February. Internship would run approximately Middle of May, 2024 to the Middle of August, 2024. Post-offer/pre-employment background / motor vehicle report check and drug test are required. The City of Urbandale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons with disabilities must submit requests for ADA accommodations to the Human Resources Department, in writing, prior to the application deadline. | Beth Lauck | blauck@urbandale.org | +15152783900 | https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/urbandale/jobs/4311747/civil-engineering-intern?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs | 03/31/2024 |
Full Time Public Works | City of Carson, Iowa | CITY OF CARSON, IOWA HIRING PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEE The City of Carson, Iowa is currently seeking a Full-time, 40 hours per week public works employee. Must possess or be able to obtain all three of these certificates within a time acceptable to the City and outlined by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources Water Treatment & Distribution, and Wastewater Treatment Exam Eligibility Requirements: Grade II (2) Water Treatment, Grade I (1) Water Distribution, Sewer Treatment Plant Operator Certificate Grade II (2) issued by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Must possess a valid Iowa driver’s license and obtain a Class B driver’s license within six (6) months of employment. If in possession of a valid out-of-state license, must be able to possess and maintain throughout employment a valid Iowa driver’s license. This position is subject to city and IDOT drug and alcohol testing requirements, including a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Minimum qualifications: Ability to perform physically demanding and repetitive work under all weather conditions. Ability to operate trucks and equipment essential for daily assignments. Ability to efficiently operate computer technology, and ability to learn software and automated systems. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to positively interact with the public, coworkers, and staff. The City of Carson is an Equal Opportunity Provider. Applications and a full job description may be obtained at Carson City Hall, 316 South Commercial St., Carson, IA or online at www.carsongov.com. Salary based on the candidate’s qualifications and State license certifications, on average $41,600-$62,400/year. Accepting applications until the position is filled. | Brianne Duede | carsonclerk@gmail.com | +17124843636 | https://www.carsongov.com/index.asp?SEC=D68BDC92-2260-4B75-9E8A-17179D8ABBFF&DE=63C1B421-898D-4E76-A728-194CA27E73ED&Type=B_PR | 03/30/2024 |
Public Works Superintendant | City of West Point, Iowa | Perform street work maintenance, maintain lagoon and wastewater systems, maintain parks and mowing, repair or replace sidewalks, plow snow, perform maintenance repairs on city buildings and grounds. Must have or obtain CDL within 90 days. Must be willing to get a lagoon and wastewater operators license. | Randy Welding | citymanager@westpointiowa.com | +13198376313 | 03/31/2024 | |
Western Region Field Technician | Iowa DOT Local Systems | The Western Region Field Technician position performs a wide variety of paraprofessional engineering functions primarily related to the construction and construction administration of Federal and State-aid county and city roadway construction projects, and ensures compliance with Federal and State laws, regulations, and guidelines. This position supports the Local Systems Field Engineer for local public agencies (LPAs) within half of the counties in the Western Region and will replace Jeff Shelton after his retirement on April 11, 2024. Applicants to either live in or report to a DOT location within the Iowa counties of Adair, Adams, Audubon, Buena Vista, Calhoun, Carroll, Cass, Cherokee, Clay, Crawford, Dickinson, Emmet, Fremont, Guthrie, Harrison, Ida, Lyon, Mills, Monona, Montgomery, O'Brien, Osceola, Page, Palo Alto, Plymouth, Pocahontas, Pottawattamie, Ringgold, Sac, Shelby, Sioux, Taylor, Union, and Woodbury. | Sarah Okerlund | sarah.okerlund@iowadot.us | +15152391291 | https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/4411585/local-systems-western-region-field-technician | 03/14/2024 |
Environmental Engineer - Wastewater | Iowa DNR | The successful municipal wastewater project managers will be responsible for the following job duties: Clean Water State Revolving Loan Fund (CWSRF) municipal wastewater project management including - 1. Facility Plan Approval: • Conduct technical evaluations of facility plans to assess design adequacy, compliance with design standards, adherence to state and federal regulations, and meeting siting requirements. • Collaborate with municipalities and their consultants, and coordinate with relevant agencies as needed, while following the permitting process manual. • Work in conjunction with DNR field offices, Waste Load Allocation staff, and NPDES staff to address project-specific and siting issues. • Coordinate with municipalities, various funding agencies for funding eligibility including CWSRF and approval. • Prepare accurate and appropriate technical comments to assure conformance with design standards and sound engineering practices. • Process variances, offering reasonable and justified recommendations in accordance with rules. 2. Review and Approve Construction Permit Applications: • Ensure that projects adhere to currently adopted design standards. • Document reviews and comments, communicate clear and concise feedback to project owners and consultants, and resolve technical issues as necessary. • Adhere to the prescribed process in the permitting process manual. • Issue construction permits. • Conduct site visits to treatment facilities for inspections and report compilation. 3. General Project Management: • Manage assigned projects in accordance with the permitting process manual. • Utilize a web-based tracking system for administrative project information management. • Maintain project schedules by conducting timely reviews and responses. • Collaborate with applicants, their representatives, citizens, and other agencies to expedite project approvals. • Other technical projects as assigned. 4. Non-SRF municipal wastewater project management: • Process non-SRF projects including the technical review of engineering reports and construction permit applications using the permitting process manual as applicable. • Issue construction permits. • Conduct construction inspections and compile reports. | Satya Chennupati | satya.chennupati@dnr.iowa.gov | +15157258436 | https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/4421529/environmental-engineer-wastewater | 03/21/2024 |