INTERN - ELECTRIC UTILITY

The City of Lake Worth Beach invites qualified individuals to apply for the position of Intern – Engineering.

This position is Part-Time Temporary, Non-Exempt position with an hourly rate of $15.9135. This position is Non-Bargaining. The individual in this position will be stationed at the Utilities Department located at 116 College St, Lake Worth Beach, FL 33460.

Summary

The Internship Program is designed to provide the following to students:

• Information & Operation Technology work environment exposure
• Meaningful work assignments and professional experience with many technical systems
• Chance to collaborate with experienced engineers and technology managers
• The opportunity to develop and modify network schematics
• By drawing out the existing network diagram and documenting the changes needed the intern will learn LAN/WAN, VLAN’s, NAT, and IP subnetting
• By terminating network cable and testing the terminations the intern will understand what it takes to pass todays testing standards
• An opportunity to gain a working knowledge of SCADA systems
• By taking part in high level meetings the intern will learn network security and best practices in SCADA security.
  
  

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform related work as required.

Preferred

The preferred candidate will have taken technical computer courses and have direct technical experience with at least some of the following focus areas:

• Virtualization - VMware ESXI
• Operating Systems and software programs – Microsoft Windows 10, Server 2016/2019 and MS Office
• Networking - A working knowledge of TCP/IP network configuration, NAT, DHCP, VLAN, routing and ACL’s.
  
  

The position involves managing and maintaining operational technologies including SCADA systems, VMware, Windows server, switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless radio systems. Document existing architectures, and update documentation as the modifications are made. Manage backups, replication and a disaster recovery plan. Implementing and maintaining best practices including compliance with government regulations.

Supervision

None.

Minimum Qualifications

• This person must be able to work collaboratively with other members of the City of Lake Worth Beach staff, technology providers and contractors.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team depending on the assignment or situation.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking, with the ability to identify opportunities that can improve efficiency.
• A clear understanding of client/server technology and network architecture.
• Good communication skills, including writing, speaking and active listening.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage changing priorities.