Kenosha Water Utility Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern

Position Description:

Under the guidance and supervision of the Director of GIS/IT or his designee, this Intern will  perform a variety of tasks in support of the GIS/Engineering Division, including the collection and analysis of GIS data and the preparation of maps, reports, charts and databases.  The Kenosha Water Utility provides water and wastewater services to the greater Kenosha metropolitan area, including management and maintenance of related facilities and infrastructure.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Collects information from field sites, including the utilization of global positioning system (GPS) surveying/mapping.
• Inputs information into database.
• Conducts analysis of GIS data.
• Operates GIS and standard office software, hardware and associated peripheral devices including CAD, GPS, plotters, scanners, etc.
• Assists with the preparation of maps, reports, charts, plans, specifications, and other documents by computer entry and retrieval.
• Reads and interprets maps and diagrams of municipal water and sewer facilities.
• Duplicates, assembles and collates materials.
• Operates Class D vehicle or light truck.
• Performs other related work as required or assigned. 

Qualifications:

•  Must be age 18 or older.
• Must have high school diploma, GED/HSED or equivalent.
• Must be currently enrolled in good standing in an accredited 4-year degree program with a major in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Cartography, or other related field; preferably at the junior or senior level (or recent graduate).
• Must possess a valid driver license.
• If offered this position, must pass a driving record review, criminal background check and post-offer drug screen.  (Driving record must indicate:  no DWI/OWI or reckless driving in the past 5 years; no more than 2 violations in 18 months or 3 violations in 36 months; no more than 6 points assessed in past 12 months.)
• Knowledge of the current principles, methods and technologies related to Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating system and ability to use standard office software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheet, etc.) .
• Skill in using GIS software and operating a computer aided drafting (CAD) system and global positioning system (GPS).
• Skill in operating a variety of office equipment including plotter, copiers, scanners, computer and peripheral equipment, and printers.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, charts and plans.
• Ability to research and compile a variety of information.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to learn quick and focus on assignments.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions, with attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to operate Class D motor vehicles (car or light truck).
• Ability to lift or move objects up to 50 pounds.