Intern Engineering Support

Assists in transportation Engineering Support work such as construction or maintenance inspection, structural construction or maintenance, laboratory work, landscaping, surveying or engineering data collection, operating data collection equipment, and other entry-level Engineering Support work. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor. Cannot exceed 20 hours per week.

Essential Duties:

• Develops spreadsheets, databases, and other electronic documents.
• Performs data entry and computer-aided analysis. 
• Prepares various construction-related documents and maintains construction project records.
• Processes various construction-related documents and maintains construction project records. 
• Uses drafting equipment and performs hand or computer-aided drafting and calculating work. 
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or university accepted by TX PELS.

Other Conditions:

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Employees at least 18 years of age with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.

Competencies:

• Some skill in using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Ability to:
  • Communicate effectively
  • Follow verbal and written instructions
  • Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
  • Protect sensitive and confidential information

 Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.

Conditions of Employment:
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• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. 
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
• Transcripts/proof of student status must be provided before hire is completed.
• Required to work hours other than 8 to 5.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
• Must attend work regularly and observe approved work hours.