Geotechnical Services - Sacramento, United States - University Enterprises

University Enterprises Sacramento, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking to hire engineering student assistants to assist with updating and upgrading a laboratory data management system and developing a database system including a computer application, data-entry and retrieval web interface, and database for construction quality assurance, in a learning capacity, under close supervision of a senior transportation engineer (supervisor), in the Office of Geotechnical Design Policy and Practice.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited, student position. Employment in all positions with University Enterprises, Inc. is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. and the employee. This means that either University Enterprises, Inc. or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.

Depending on the type of position you are applying for, a pre-employment background check consisting of one or more of the following may be conducted: employment history, professional references, criminal check: educational verification (degree, license, or official transcript) or DMV clearance. Applicants will be required to pass required pre-employment checks to the satisfaction of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the hiring Agency or Department.

UEI does not allow students to hold more than one UEI Job at a time, or work in more than one account per pay period. UEI employees who are considering leaving their current UEI Student assistant position for a different UEI student assistant position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week's notice.

UEI is not a multi-state employer. UEI only employs candidates who live and work in the state of California. If selected for the position you must reside in California and all work must be performed in the state of California throughout the course of employment.

Prerequisites

Must be a college student attending classes during the regular term (fall, spring, and winter, if applicable), at one of the accredited colleges or universities on our affiliation list.

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Students must be enrolled in at least six-semester units or nine quarter units for undergraduate students; four-semester units or six quarter units for graduate students.

Students declared major must match the major(s) listed in the job posting.

Majors/Fields of Study

Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Programming

Work Schedule

Flexible workdays and work hours, Monday - Friday, between 8 AM - 5 PM. Final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor.

Additional Work Schedule

Student Assistant and Graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 24 hours per workweek (Sunday - Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring, and summer).

Minimum Qualifications

Must maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA.
Must complete each term with minimum unit requirements for Undergraduate and Graduate student classifications. Proof will be collected at the end of each Spring and Fall term.
Ability to:
- Apply engineering and design classroom instructions to work situations.
- Learn procedures and methods.
- Work well with others in a team environment.
- Ability to perform detailed engineering calculations.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience with standard laboratory and testing practices and procedures.
Under the amendment to Government Code Section 18220, state agencies shall give preference to a qualified applicant (up to 26 years of age) who is, or has been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, a formerly incarcerated youth, or a victim of human trafficking.

Duties and Responsibilities

In a learning capacity, the student assistant will assist with updating and upgrading a laboratory data management system, including interface between workstation and data loggers of the test equipment, data-entry and retrieval web interface, and database.
In a learning capacity, the student assistant will assist with smart phone and computer applications development, data-entry and retrieval web interface, and database for geotechnical construction quality assurance.
In a learning capacity, the student assistant will assist with developing in-house geotechnical laboratory testing and engineering applications.
- Assist with developing geotechnical database and geotechnical project management system.

Physical Requirements

Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computer workstations, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, and scanners with or without reasonable accommodation.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office environment.

Application Instructions

Please complete all fields of the employment application. Include your educational history in the "Educational Experience" section and any employment history in the "Employment Experience" section of our application.

In addition to your resume, please upload your most recent transcripts.

Apply by: June 8, 2024

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