Engineering Trainee (Part-Time) - Department of Transportation

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.

About the Department

The Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems which contribute to the livability and economic health of the City. We comprise a team of more than 500 people ready to serve the needs of our residents to improve the efficiency and safety of San José streets. We are an energetic and innovative team that is improving transportation in the nation’s 10th largest city, while focusing on safety, sustainability, and active public life! For more information about DOT, visit www.sanjoseca.gov/transportation.

Position Duties

The Department of Transportation is currently seeking to fill multiple vacancies for the Engineering Trainee (Part-Time) position.

This internship will be with the Division of Infrastructure Maintenance whose main goal is to operate and maintain the City’s transportation infrastructure that promotes a safe, cost-effective, efficient, multimodal, and environmentally sound transportation infrastructure system.

Within the Division, the position will be specifically with the Sanitary & Storm Sewer Maintenance Section. The Engineering Trainee will work out of the Mabury Yard to support day-to-day operations of the Sewer Engineering Group. The Engineering Trainee will learn to collect data to solve engineering problems and to work in a structural team environment. Responsibilities of Engineering Trainees may include, but are not limited to, assisting with the following:

• Maintaining engineering data from the City's various maintenance databases (upkeep of database, entering new inventory, history, and condition information)
• Perform field investigations and inspections including taking pictures, field measurements, and recording observation to support engineering or maintenance staff
• Researching as-built plans, engineering records, and right of way records
• Read and interpret engineering plans
• Support day-to-day maintenance activities, data analysis, mapping and application support for GIS needs
• Assist in the collection, management, and maintenance of geographic data (both spatial and attribute) pertaining to a variety of Sanitary and Storm Sewer maintenance related needs
• Support Engineering staff with technical and data as required
• Perform additional sub-professional duties as needed

More information on the typical duties can be found in the Class Specifications for Engineering Trainee (Part-Time) .

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Successful completion of high school, General Education Development (G.E.D.) Certificate, or California Proficiency Certificate and current enrollment in an accredited college or university with a major in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.

Experience: No minimum requirement.

Acceptable Substitutions: None.

Licenses or Certifications: Possession of a valid driver’s license in the State of California is required.

Other Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.

JOB EXPERTISE: Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.

CONSTRUCTIVE ENERGIES: A demonstration of energy and drive that comes from within, and a willingness to approach all aspects of work with a generally positive attitude; possessing the inclination to take appropriate action rather than waiting to be told what to do; examples of Constructive Energies include but are not limited to: enthusiasm, honesty, integrity, empathy, dedication, reliable, proactive, respectful, confidence, ethical, and a willingness to help others

COLLABORATION: Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.

COMPUTER SKILLS: Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Excel.

CUSTOMER SERVICE: Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.

PROBLEM SOLVING: Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.

RELIABILITY: Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate.

TEAMWORK & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

Selection Process:

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Jasmine Medrano at jasmine.medrano@sanjoseca.gov.

Additional Information:

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application.

Part-time positions(less than 40 hours per week) are required to participate in the City’s PTC 457 Deferred Compensation Plan per Federal regulations. Employees are required to contribute 3.75% of gross earning and the City contributes a matching amount of 3.75%. The funds contributed by the City are 100% vested upon initial deferral and will be held in in a stability of principal investment. This plan is in lieu of social security and does not include any healthcare benefits or contributions.

Part-time employees may elect to contribute additional retirement savings through the City’s Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Additional Information on both plans can be found on the City’s website.

Closing Date/Time: 11/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

• 

• City of San Jose

• 408-535-1285

Show more