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Job Description
Description
CORE VALUE STATEMENT
The City of Kennewick will provide excellent public service and ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community and one another through the empowerment of each employee. We value integrity, inclusiveness, stewardship, and communication. We are accountable to our community for innovative and collaborative efforts that anticipate needs, leverage resources, and deliver solutions.
SAFETY STATEMENT
We expect our employees to ensure compliance with all applicable safety practices and policies, including those established by OSHA/DOSH regulations and by the City's Accident Prevention Plan. This includes but is not limited to actively identifying and correcting potential hazards that may affect employee and public safety, including those identified by co-workers. Leading by example to promote a positive culture of workplace safety through everyday action; emphasizing safe completion of work throughout all aspects of developing and carrying out work plans.
CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY
Under general supervision, this position will require basic AutoCAD skills to assist in updating the City's GIS utility maps. In addition, this position will require some field work to assist with construction surveying, inspection and verify utility locations.
Work Schedule: This is a temporary summer position, Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm (40 hours per week). Overtime may occasionally be required.
Potential Length of Internship: Every summer while enrolled in college courses.
Examples of Work Performed (Illustrative Only)
1. Using basic AutoCAD skills to modify layers, blocks and associated line work in order to prepare Civil projects for uploading into the City's GIS system.
2. Manipulate text data using Microsoft Excel.
3. Read and understand Civil plans on both Public and Private Development.
4. Assist the Survey Crew in the field using GPS to verify utility locates and layout construction stakes.
5. Provide assistance to Field Inspectors in the City's Construction Management group.
6. May need to draft exhibit maps using AutoCAD.
7. Other duties as assigned.
Employment Standards
Enrolled or have completed some form of engineering technology or Civil Engineering program and be able to make data changes in AutoCAD. Successful candidate will understand and know how to interpret general Civil construction plans.
Supplemental Requirements
To perform the essential functions of the job, incumbents must be able to perform the following:
Stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing/listening, seeing/observing, repetitive motions.
Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and a worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.
This position is not subject to health or retirement benefits. But, this position is eligible for Washington State Paid Sick Leave to accrue 1 hour for every 40 hours worked.
Closing Date/Time: 4/8/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Kennewick
Show moreLocated in beautiful southeastern Washington State, Kennewick is the largest of the Tri-Cities Metropolitan Statistical Area and at the forefront of statewide growth. Benefiting from a talented labor force, steady job market and low cost of living, Kennewick is a thriving city attracting tourism and a reputation for fun.
The pursuit of happiness stretches 26 square miles and features a variety of sports and recreational activities, entertainment, the region’s retail shopping hub and a casual, easy-living vibe. Nestled in the heart of Washington wine country, Kennewick boasts over 160 wineries within a 50 mile radius. More than 300 days of sunshine and its location along the Columbia River provide a variety of recreational activities including world-class fishing, birding, bike trails and parks.
The City of Kennewick serve 85,000 citizens, administer 300 services over 12 departments, and employ over 400 employees. The City of Kennewick provides excellent public service, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our community and one another through the empowerment of each employee. We take pride in our dynamic team and have a vision of Leading the Way.
We are accountable to our community for innovation and collaborative efforts that anticipate needs, leverage resources, and deliver solutions. Join our team and the City of Kennewick family!
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