Under the supervision of the GIS Manager, the GIS Analyst Intern will assist in the collection and updating of the City’s GIS Data. Will assist in the development of useful Web maps and applications to assist employees, citizens and visitors in using our GIS information for their daily job duties, or to gain useful information about our City and its activities.
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1. Collect needed field data, and/or update existing GIS data using ArcGIS software and GPS devices.
2. Assist in the development and deployment of Web maps and applications using templates provided by Esri.
3. Print needed maps requested by other departments throughout the City and citizens.
4. Assist with public communication of GIS information, including social media and print.
5. Assist in support functions as needed.
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Required Skills: |
Currently pursuing a degree in GIS, Geography or a related field, or pursuing GIS Certification in the UNT, UTD, TCC or Brookhaven GIS program. Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Should be self-motivated and able to stay on task with a minimal amount of direction. Position requires applicant to pass a criminal and credit background investigation and must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy To Apply |
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Course credit for internships
Course credit for internships
Students who are interested in obtaining credit for internships should first secure an internship with a provider. Once confirmed, contact Dr. Hudak, for permission to register for GEOG 4920/5900.
You will be required to compile a portfolio during the course of your internship and provide a letter of assessment from the internship provider. Both will be used to determine a "grade" for the course.Friday, February 20, 2015
GIS Analyst Intern, City of Grapevine
GIS Summer Intern, Lehigh Hanson Engineering
Position Title | GIS Summer Intern |
Auto req ID | 1997BR |
Primary Location | Irving-TX |
Department | Engineering |
Job Posting |
Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors working toward a BS in Geography or Geology may have the opportunity to work in:
§ An Aggregates Quarry
§ Summer Projects that vary in scope and size just as our products do. By the end of the summer, you will have had the opportunity to work with some of our industry’s best and brightest managers.
§ Assignments that will involve learning all aspects of managing a quarry or sand & gravel operation, including Operations and Production, Quality Control, Sales, Maintenance, Environmental standards, Safety, and much more.
§ Opportunities that will include evaluating the production equipment and land surveying.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled Welcome
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Thursday, February 19, 2015
GIS Technician, Avizion Technologies Group
Job Description
Duties:
Engineering Asset data maintenance and editing within a variety of systems focusing on, but not limited to GIS. Evaluate existing asset data for accuracy against multiple sources, including: aerial imagery, field collected data, engineering design plans, and more. Assist team members with internal requests for GIS data, mapping, and analysis. Assist in the evolution of a maturing GIS data model. Support field data collection activities from the office to maximize work efforts. Candidate must comply with company policies, i.e., Client's Equal Employment Policy, Safety Rules, applicable schedule agreements, FRA Standards and government regulations.
Qualifications:
College degree with an emphasis in GIS (willing to accept relevant experience or two years relevant coursework toward a degree in lieu of a full degree). Applicant must be proficient in the use of 10.0 and above ESRI software products. Candidates should be highly proficient with the use of ArcMap desktop software and have the ability to use the editing, validation, and analysis tools. Ability to use SQL within GIS for data query purposes is a plus. Knowledge and experience using linear referencing is a plus. Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite of programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) is a plus. Qualified applicants must demonstrate above average organizational skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a desire to drive for results. Must be self-directed, motivated and have good interpersonal and communication skills. Must have the ability to communicate well both one-on-one and in groups. Must be safety conscious and able to support and contribute to a strong safety process.
If your skills match this requirement, please submit your resume
or
call our office at 972-267-7950 to speak with one of our recruiters
Engineering Asset data maintenance and editing within a variety of systems focusing on, but not limited to GIS. Evaluate existing asset data for accuracy against multiple sources, including: aerial imagery, field collected data, engineering design plans, and more. Assist team members with internal requests for GIS data, mapping, and analysis. Assist in the evolution of a maturing GIS data model. Support field data collection activities from the office to maximize work efforts. Candidate must comply with company policies, i.e., Client's Equal Employment Policy, Safety Rules, applicable schedule agreements, FRA Standards and government regulations.
Qualifications:
College degree with an emphasis in GIS (willing to accept relevant experience or two years relevant coursework toward a degree in lieu of a full degree). Applicant must be proficient in the use of 10.0 and above ESRI software products. Candidates should be highly proficient with the use of ArcMap desktop software and have the ability to use the editing, validation, and analysis tools. Ability to use SQL within GIS for data query purposes is a plus. Knowledge and experience using linear referencing is a plus. Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite of programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) is a plus. Qualified applicants must demonstrate above average organizational skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a desire to drive for results. Must be self-directed, motivated and have good interpersonal and communication skills. Must have the ability to communicate well both one-on-one and in groups. Must be safety conscious and able to support and contribute to a strong safety process.
If your skills match this requirement, please submit your resume
or
call our office at 972-267-7950 to speak with one of our recruiters
Environmental Technician, Republic Services
Job Description
**Requisition ID:** 10668BR
**Job Title:** Environmental Technician
**Division:** 3473: Arlington Landfill
**Location:** 48023: Euless-800 Mosier Valley Rd
**City:** Euless
**State:** TX
**Position Type:** Full-Time
**Exempt Status:** Non-Exempt
**Position Summary:**
The Environmental Technician is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of landfill gas extraction systems, leachate collections systems and other related systems at Republic Services landfills. The position is accountable for the ongoing monitoring of such systems, ensuring that all work adheres to safety regulations, as well as federal and state requirements.
**Principal Responsibilities:**
• Conducts, or assists with, environmental sampling that may include ground water, surface water, air quality and gas migration.
• Measures and records gas levels in landfill well fields and at probes in the landfill boundary to ensure the ongoing compliance with applicable safety regulations, as well as federal and state requirements.
• Troubleshoots and corrects landfill gas extraction systems when necessary; report more complicated issues to management to ensure timely correction.
• Manages and troubleshoots leachate system to ensure it continues to operate in accordance with safety standards, federal and state regulations.
• Performs landfill surveying activities as required.
• Prepares and submits required reporting data relative to landfill gas extraction, leachate and other related systems.
• Performs all responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring adherence to all safety regulations that govern job performance; ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable federal and state requirements.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
• Bachelors Degree in Science.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with landfill gas extraction and/or leachate systems.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working at a site regulated by OSHA.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with landfill gas extraction and/or leachate systems.
**Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:**
• Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
• Good communication skills; is able to effectively communicate operating issues to management.
• Good follow through ability; adheres to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
• Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company's safety standards; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
• Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals.
**EEO Statement:**
Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
**Job Title:** Environmental Technician
**Division:** 3473: Arlington Landfill
**Location:** 48023: Euless-800 Mosier Valley Rd
**City:** Euless
**State:** TX
**Position Type:** Full-Time
**Exempt Status:** Non-Exempt
**Position Summary:**
The Environmental Technician is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of landfill gas extraction systems, leachate collections systems and other related systems at Republic Services landfills. The position is accountable for the ongoing monitoring of such systems, ensuring that all work adheres to safety regulations, as well as federal and state requirements.
**Principal Responsibilities:**
• Conducts, or assists with, environmental sampling that may include ground water, surface water, air quality and gas migration.
• Measures and records gas levels in landfill well fields and at probes in the landfill boundary to ensure the ongoing compliance with applicable safety regulations, as well as federal and state requirements.
• Troubleshoots and corrects landfill gas extraction systems when necessary; report more complicated issues to management to ensure timely correction.
• Manages and troubleshoots leachate system to ensure it continues to operate in accordance with safety standards, federal and state regulations.
• Performs landfill surveying activities as required.
• Prepares and submits required reporting data relative to landfill gas extraction, leachate and other related systems.
• Performs all responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring adherence to all safety regulations that govern job performance; ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable federal and state requirements.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
• Bachelors Degree in Science.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with landfill gas extraction and/or leachate systems.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working at a site regulated by OSHA.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with landfill gas extraction and/or leachate systems.
**Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:**
• Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
• Good communication skills; is able to effectively communicate operating issues to management.
• Good follow through ability; adheres to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
• Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company's safety standards; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
• Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals.
**EEO Statement:**
Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
IT GIS Intern, City of Grapevine
Job Description
Under the supervision of the GIS Manager, the GIS Analyst Intern will assist in the collection and updating of the City’s GIS Data. Will assist in the development of useful Web maps and applications to assist employees, citizens and visitors in using our GIS information for their daily job duties, or to gain useful information about our City and its activities.
Nature & Scope:
1. Collect needed field data, and/or update existing GIS data using ArcGIS software and GPS devices.
2. Assist in the development and deployment of Web maps and applications using templates provided by Esri.
3. Print needed maps requested by other departments throughout the City and citizens.
4. Assist with public communication of GIS information, including social media and print.
5. Assist in support functions as needed.
Required Skills:
Currently pursuing a degree in GIS, Geography or a related field, or pursuing GIS Certification in the UNT, UTD, TCC or Brookhaven GIS program.
Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Should be self-motivated and able to stay on task with a minimal amount of direction.
Position requires applicant to pass a criminal and credit background investigation and must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy
Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Should be self-motivated and able to stay on task with a minimal amount of direction.
Position requires applicant to pass a criminal and credit background investigation and must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy
Must attached an official or unofficial current transcript to online application.
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GIS Intern (2 positions) City of Denton Real Estate Division
Job Description
Responsible for GIS technical support of the Real Estate Division in delivery of the City of Denton’s programs and services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Meets with staff to define data needs, requirements, and required outputs.
- Collects, verifies and analyzes real estate and demographic data.
- Performs mapping, graphs, and analysis using ESRi – ArcMap 10.1 GIS software and related equipment.
- Updates, modifies, populates, existing databases; creates new databases based on division needs.
- Gathers, analyzes, and integrates spatial data, and determines how best the information should be displayed using GIS.
- Operates and maintains GIS system hardware, software, plotter, digitizer, color printer, and cameras. Moves, copies, deletes, and adds files, drawings, and maps to output reports in hard copy or electronic transfer.
- Digitizes and verifies legal descriptions and surveys using GIS tools for properties as needed.
- Performs ownership and title research.
- Prepares spreadsheets and graphs in MS Excel.
- Assists in preparing MS PowerPoint or other presentations for clients, staff, City Council, and Public Utility Board.
- Performs research on GIS related products, trends, and projects.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be enrolled in an accredited university program of study in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), geography, computer science, or a closely related field is preferred
- Have completed two years of higher education toward a GIS or related field
- Obtained GIS certification
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers.
- Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
- Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed.
- Ability to attend to details while keeping big-picture goals in mind.
- Knowledge of GIS software and applications.
- Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve defined practical problems.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of research and data collection.
- Knowledge of other computer hardware and software programs, which may include Microsoft Applications such as Excel and Power Point.
- Ability to accept and implement feedback from supervisors, colleagues, customers and others.
- Ability to understand and manage emotions, and accurately assess the emotions of others.
- Ability to develop and apply sufficient self-motivation to achieve tasks and to excel in the position.
Conditions of Employment:
- Must have a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 30 days of hire per state law)
- Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
- Must be able to work an average of 20 hours per week
GIS Internship @ Davis Demographics & Planning
Under the direction of GIS Project Managers, intern responsibilities will include the collection of various types of data for developing and updating of our GIS planning databases, telephone follow-up with developers to update subdivision construction schedules, geocoding student databases with ARCGIS, map production and other tasks that may arise. It is anticipated that the intern position will run until July 2015 (full time is preferred although part-time could be considered) and is a paid internship. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable GIS experience and could potentially lead to a permanent full-time position with benefits with Davis Demographics & Planning. www.davisdemographics.com/
Qualifications:
1) Working knowledge using Esri ARCGIS 10.0 or newer software in a Windows environment
2) Comfortable with geodatabase concepts and maintenance.
3) PC applications that may be used in the course of work: Windows, Word, Excel, etc…
4) Good communication and telephone skills.
5) Attention to details in a fast-paced work environment.
If you qualify and are interested in this excellent opportunity to gain experience, send/fax a resume and a cover letter to:
Lorne Woods, Regional Manager
Davis Demographics & Planning, Inc
320 Decker Drive, Suite 100
Irving, Texas 75062
Tel. (972) 719-2518
or email to: lwoods@davisdemographics.com with a subject line of “GIS Intern”.
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