What are the responsibilities and job description for the Highway Engineering Intern position at COUNTY OF REDWOOD?
The Engineering - Intern will assist in the inspection of road and bridge construction projects, surveying, and materials testing.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Survey county roads and bridges for use in design utilizing GPS rovers and survey total station.
- Assist in road and bridge construction inspections, including monitoring of soil and bituminous compaction, collecting bituminous and aggregate tickets, calculating application rates, completing daily project records, and communicating project issues or concerns to the Assistant County Engineer.
- Complete daily communication with contractors on assigned projects.
- Collection and testing of aggregate material gradations and reporting results to the lead inspector.
- Testing concrete for air content, slump, and temperature and casting concrete cylinders for compression tests, and reporting results to the lead inspector.
- Delivers materials to MnDOT labs for testing.
- Maintains a neat and orderly work area at all times.
- Operates all equipment in a safe manner at all times, following all approved safety procedures.
- Maintains an effective working relationship with department employees.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs other work-related duties as required.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Class D Drivers License.
- Enrollment in engineering, engineering technician, or construction manager programs at a state university or technical college.
EDUCATION:
A high school diploma or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
Must possess the following skills and abilities:
- Must be able to understand written and verbal instructions.
- Be able to maintain prompt, predictable, and reliable attendance
- Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with others and to present ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Must possess a valid MN Drivers License and must be at least 18 years of age.
The qualifications listed above are guidelines. Other combinations of education and experience could provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this job.
Salary : $22 - $24