Engineering Project Assistant/Internship
Essential Functions:
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
- Perform utility, right of way, and property research using existing city records.
- Aid Engineering staff with field data collection such as land surveying and inspection of construction projects.
- Compile and input data obtained from field inspections into computer system.
- Review televised sewer and drain inspection videos, reports, and recommendations.
- Provide technical assistance with office calculations.
- Prepare communications materials, including Power Point presentations, for internal and public facing meetings.
- Perform field inspection of roadway and sidewalk surfaces, subsurface utilities, and outfalls.
- Generate engineering reports for use by Engineering staff and regulatory agencies.
- Distribute notices related to upcoming construction projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Proficiency in personal computer operation and experience in working with Windows programs such as Excel, Power Point, and Word. High motivation. Interest in teamwork.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Good writing skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to perform assigned tasks with minimum supervision.
EDUCATION DESIRED
Undergraduate coursework in civil and/or environmental engineering, surveying, or related fields.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Moderate physical activity including bending, squatting, stretching, pushing, dragging, reaching, and pulling. Exposure to all weather conditions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Professional office and field work.
Hours: Up to 40 hours per week. 10-week assignment.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Union: Non Union
Salary: $21.00 per hour, non-benefits eligible
Date Posted: March 17th, 2025
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The City of Somerville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request. Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should please contact Adrienne Pomeroy at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or apomeroy@somervillema.gov.
Pre-Employment Requirements for All Employees:
- MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) clearance
- Completion of Conflict-of-Interest Law Education training for municipal employees
Overview of Total Rewards:
- 4 weeks annual vacation (for non-union positions) union positions vary by contract
- Medical insurance through the Group Insurance Commission (GIC) - 80% of premium costs paid by City
- Dental coverage low and high plans through Cigna
- Vision care through Vision Service Plan (VSP)
- Long term disability through Sun Life
- Group and voluntary life insurance through Boston Mutual
- Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending through Benefit Strategies
- Deferred compensation plans through a choice of three vendors
- Free, confidential services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provided by E4Health
- Annual cancer screening & wellness release
- Somerville Retirement Pension System
- Tuition reimbursement
- MBTA pass program
- FREE Blue Bikes membership
- Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Benefits listed are for benefits-eligible positions and the above information is meant to be a general overview of the benefit programs offered by the City of Somerville and not a binding contract.