Intern - Department of Public Works - Facilities Management

SALARY RANGE

$12.71 - $22.52

WORK ASSIGNMENT DETAILS

Waukesha County's Department of Public Works, Facilities Management Division, is seeking a student in the architectural, engineering or closely-related field to collect and enter information into the County's automated facility management system, verify architectural, electrical and mechanical systems, and prepare or update building AutoCAD drawings.

Pay Rate: up to $21.52 per hour depending on qualifications

Work Schedule: up to 30 hours per week, allowing for flexibility around school schedules and the Facilities Division's work hours.

Term: this is a temporary position, lasting approximately 3 months, up to 12 months. It may be extended dependent upon performance, budget, and County needs; however, it will not go beyond 6 months after graduation.

Prior to hiring, candidates are required to pass a background check conducted by our Sheriff's Department.

A cover letter and resume are welcomed however not mandatory.

Communication regarding this recruitment may be sent via email.

CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION

Interested candidates will currently be enrolled in an architectural, engineering, or closely-related field post-high school degree program (i.e., Associate, Bachelor, Master) and possess the following:

• familiarity with AutoCAD and knowledge of various buildings related software systems;
• a basic understanding of buildings, construction and related systems.
• ability to read, create, and have an understanding of architectural systems and blueprints;
• ability to locate information on current buildings and equipment;
• reliable and dependable;
• accuracy and attention to detail;
• ability to work independently; and,
• ability to maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and other staff.

About Us:

Waukesha County prides itself on operating in a business-like manner and is recognized as a leader delivering high quality services with competence and skill. With our vision of "Leading the Way", we value teamwork and collaboration, ethics and diversity, communication, efficiency and cost savings, innovation, and the wellbeing of our staff and the citizens we serve. Employees are provided professional development opportunities and encouragement to learn and practice continuous improvement and LEAN principles as we regularly ask ourselves "Is there a better way?"

Location:

Located in the City of Waukesha, our campus offers an on-site fitness center, free parking, and easy access to interstate highway systems. Waukesha County offers a perfect blend of urban and rural living where one can enjoy the benefits of quiet rural lake communities or opt for nearby attractions that the greater Milwaukee area offers including vast beach and park systems, public markets, performing arts, music festivals, and sports including the Milwaukee Admirals, Brewers, Bucks, Wave, Marquette University Golden Eagles and the UW-Milwaukee Panthers Basketball programs.

EEO:

Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment and adheres to all Federal, State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances. The County recognizes and accepts its important leadership role in providing for equal employment/service opportunities. It is the express policy of Waukesha County to promote equal employment opportunity among all who are employed by Waukesha County and who seek employment with Waukesha County.

For further information visit: https://www.waukeshacounty.gov

The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.