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Job Description
DESCRIPTION
Why we want to hear from YOU...
The Port of Long Beach is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and diverse work environment, with the ultimate goal of making BELONGING a norm. We hire amazing qualified teammates from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. We recognize that embracing our differences, and establishing an environment that encourages a diversity of viewpoints and perspectives, makes us a stronger, more effective organization. We invite all of our teammates to bring their whole selves to work. We are huge advocates of LIFE/WORK BLEND - where LIFE leads the pack! Our teammates arrive daily with the ethos to collaborate, foster intellectual curiosity and provide unparalleled service. If you share these values and our enthusiasm, your next career opportunity is with THE PORT OF CHOICE!
The Port is committed to ensuring our interns have a wonderful experience, giving them the foundation and skills to be successful beyond this internship.
The Team...
The Engineering Bureau consists of six of the following divisions: Construction Management, Engineering Design, Maintenance, Program Management, Project Controls, and Survey.
The Survey Division provides support for terminal development/redevelopment, terminal operations, and ship navigation by documenting the use and configuration of the Port's above water and submerged lands and existing features.
To learn more about the Port of Long Beach, visit our website at www.polb.com
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
The Role...
Under general supervision, the Survey Intern performs routine, non-professional engineering work on a survey party. The position reports to the Survey’s Trailer at the Port of Long Beach’s Maintenance Facility (725 Harbor Plaza, Long Beach, CA 90802) and start time is 6:30am.
The non-career Intern position typically works 20 hours per week, and cannot exceed an average of 29 hours per week throughout the year, up to a total of 1600 hours in a year for a maximum of two years. Flexibility is offered within typical business hours. The assignment may end at any time, but under no circumstances will it extend beyond two years.
How you get to contribute:- Assist in construction staking.
- Measure distances with surveying chain or electronic equipment.
- Operate construction leveling equipment.
- Operate precise leveling equipment.
- Perform varied field and office calculations using calculators and computers.
- Make sketches and field notes.
- Occasionally operate survey instruments including RTK GPS and total stations.
- Assist in the operation of a boat and hydrographic survey equipment.
- Set out and remove traffic warning flags and barrier cones.
- Carry survey instruments and equipment.
- Clean and care for instruments and tools.
- Drive survey truck incidental to primary assignment.
- Perform other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
Required Experience and Qualifications:- Current students attending an accredited college or university, recent graduates (within the last 12 months at the time of application), or students in a graduate program.
- A major in Surveying, Geomatics, Engineering and/or related field is preferred.
- Coursework in surveying and engineering courses is desired.
- Ability to perform physical labor involved in surveying. Includes stooping, twisting, kneeling, and the ability to carry up to 25 lbs.
- A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
Technical Skills Needed:- Must be able to perform physical labor involved in field surveying.
- Must be familiar with MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and other related applications.
- Must have good proofreading and editing skills.
- Ability to operate printers and plotters is desired.
- Familiarity with CAD software desired.
To REALLY catch our attention, your profile and experience will demonstrate the following professional attributes and strengths:- Thorough knowledge of mathematics through trigonometry is required.
- Basic knowledge of engineering, public works and real estate terminology is desired.
SPECIAL NOTE This is an unclassified, "at-will" position. The appointed candidate will serve at the discretion of the Port of Long Beach and can be terminated at any time. In such an event, the candidate has no right to any appeal or grievance procedure under any rule or regulation of the City of Long Beach.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
How do we start the conversation?
The final filing date for this recruitment is: Friday, January 10, 2025 @ 11:59 pm PST. Please submit 1.) cover letter, 2.) resume, and 3.) college transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted) in PDF form with your application. Submissions will only be accepted online at www.governmentjobs.com .
The Port reserves the right to extend the closing date without notice in order to accept additional applications. Individuals identified to be most qualified for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. References will be completed for finalist candidates.
For alternative format or accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at (562) 283-7500. For technical issues with your online application, please contact Neogov support at (877) 204-4442.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act .
The Port of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Long Beach
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The City of Long Beach employs over 5,300 employees and has over 500 job positions. Positions range from entry level to professional, high skilled. Positions are classified or unclassified. Given the number of positions, employees have a variety of career paths to choose from. In addition, the City provides career guidance, mentoring and career ladders for planning a career with the City.
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