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PWD Linear Asset Management Program Intern -166
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Philadelphia, PA
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Company Description A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you're interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here. What we offer Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs. Benefits - We care about your well-being. Agency Description The Philadelphia Water Department is a municipal department of approximately 2500 employees working in all facets to provide water/wastewater treatment services to the City of Philadelphia and the surrounding counties. The Linear Asset Management Program (LAMP) is responsible for providing engineering analyses, planning support, emerging technology research and infrastructure recommendations for Philadelphia's water distribution and wastewater collection systems. The water and wastewater systems contain over 3,000 miles of pipe each; a very large linear asset inventory which is contained within a Geographical Information Systems (GIS) along with pipe specific data. One key role of LAMP is leveraging asset data to determine risk of failure as a tool to inform linear asset replacement and renewal. Coordination and collaboration between LAMP team members and personnel from other PWD groups including Design, Operations, Construction and the Office of Watersheds is essential for the continued growth and overall effectiveness of our program. Job Description Position Summary The selected candidate will be expected to take on a variety of tasks related to water infrastructure systems. The primary responsibility of the team is evaluating and identifying capital improvements to the water distribution system. Candidates with an interest in the connection between long term strategic linear asset planning, condition assessment, capital funding and risk based project prioritization may be the best match for the position. To Identify capital projects, the team uses engineering principals to identify potential projects. The team keeps up with the latest condition assessment technologies and asset renewal technologies to determine long term planning. Tasks expected from the selected candidate is listed below: * Participate and assist in regularly scheduled meetings - designated scribe * Assist in the preparation of technical reports. * Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software at a beginner functional level to (1) perform geospatial analysis, (2) assist in the development and analysis of capital planning alternatives, and (3) produce graphics and maps. * Evaluate field reports * Assist in scanning and cataloguing of historical reports and document. * Conduct cost estimates of capital projects. * Develop an understanding of the linear asset within the PWD system. * Develop and maintain relationships with PWD's planning, engineering, and operational units to solicit information relevant to the capital planning process. Essential Functions * Interest in water distribution networks * A motivated and well-organized independent individual * Strong technical writing skills * Ability to effectively prepare and/or update meeting notes, reports, schedules, presentations, and other documents by appropriate deadlines * Experience in Microsoft Word and Excel * Knowledgeable in fluid mechanics * Experience with ArcGIS * The selected candidate will be expected to perform data analyses and apply statistical assessments on infrastructure data sets. * Basic knowledge and understanding of Python, R, and/or SQL Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Applicants are required to meet the following minimum requirements: - Must be enrolled as a full-time student - Valid driver's license preferred, though a personal vehicle is not required. Qualifications Majors : Civil Engineering; Environmental Engineering Additional Information TO APPLY: Please submit a resume.Salary Range: $18/hour Undergraduates; $20/hour Graduates Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee: Transportation : City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA's Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more. Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 6 weeks of paid parental leave. We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents. Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Generous retirement savings options are available Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness. Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too! Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth! Successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire. Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-XXXX or send an email to XXXX@phila.gov.For more information, go to: Human Relations Website: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx PDN-9c1fe1b9-a809-4781-80fb-bb435ac62ac5
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