Geographic Information System Intern

COLDWATER BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES

An Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title:

GIS Intern

Department:

Engineering

Employment Status:

Summer Intern

Reports To:

Engineering Manager

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Work Hours:

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Hourly Wage:

$17.50

POSITION SUMMARY

Support the departmental operations of the City of Coldwater and the Coldwater Board of Public Utilities (CBPU).  Work to include, but not limited to, the review and preparation of maps, tools and products for internal and public use.

RESPONSIBILITIES, ESSENTIAL DUTIES, AND FUNCTIONS

• Prepare and review mapping tools and products
• Apply standard geographic practices and techniques
• Support Engineering, Operations, and Municipal staff on projects to improve operations
• Operate GPS equipment for data collection and verification
• Perform data-driven analytics for stakeholders using GIS software
• Verify and draw utility assets and infrastructure in GIS models
• Perform complex engineering calculations to support design and operations
• Communicate complex ideas and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Provide support to other departments on projects and tasks 
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Basic understanding of ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, or other GIS software
• Ability to multi-task, organize and manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Proficient time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Seeking an Engineering or Geography degree from an ABET accredited university
• Familiar with municipal and utility operations and terminology
• Basic understanding of Geographic principles and municipal and utility functions and operations
• Valid driver’s license

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described herein are representative of those an individual may encounter while performing the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

An individual in this position spends the majority of their time in an office setting with a controlled climate where they sit or stand at a computer for extended periods of time, are required to talk or hear by communicating in-person and/or on the telephone, walk, sit, move around the office.  The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.  However, employee may also need to traverse uneven ground, work in inclement weather to perform field work and work around energized high-voltage equipment.

This individual may frequently be required to use hands or fingers to handle, reach or feel objects, tools or controls with hands and arms. This individual must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. 

** This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and individual will perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. The CBPU reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Revised December 23, 2024