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Village of Germantown, WI

Engineering Intern

Germantown, WI · On-site

$11.40 - $16.61/hr

Understanding of GIS technologies. * Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects at one time. * Ability to work independently and in a team environment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical ...

Village of Germantown

Engineering Intern

Germantown, WI · On-site

$11.40 - $16.61/hr

Other Qualifications Understanding of GIS technologies. Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects at one time. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. PHYSICAL ...

Xcel Energy

Senior IT Architect

Eau Claire, WI · On-site

Position Summary The Senior IT Architect is a key role within the IT organization. They own and ... GIS solutions in Smallworld and/or ESRI. * 6+ years of providing thought and capability leadership ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for gis tech in Wisconsin is $28.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.83 and $33.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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GIS Techs, or Geographic Information Systems Technicians, are professionals who collect, analyze, and manage geographic data using specialized software. They create maps and databases that help organizations visualize and interpret spatial information for planning, decision-making, and problem-solving. GIS Techs often work with data from sources such as satellite imagery, GPS devices, and surveys, ensuring its accuracy and usability. Their work supports a wide range of industries including urban planning, environmental management, utilities, and transportation.

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GIS Technicians often encounter challenges when integrating spatial data from various sources, such as inconsistencies in data formats, coordinate systems, or data quality. Resolving these issues typically involves data cleaning, transformation, and careful documentation to ensure accuracy and compatibility. Collaboration with data providers and team members is essential to address gaps or discrepancies, and strong attention to detail helps prevent errors in mapping and analysis. These challenges provide valuable opportunities to develop problem-solving skills and deepen your technical expertise.

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To thrive as a GIS Technician, you need a solid understanding of geographic information systems, spatial analysis, cartography, and a relevant degree such as geography, environmental science, or GIS. Familiarity with GIS software (such as ArcGIS or QGIS), data collection tools, and basic database management is typically required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective communication skills help you interpret spatial data and collaborate with team members. These competencies are crucial for producing accurate maps and analyses that support decision-making in fields like urban planning, environmental management, and resource development.
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Engineering Intern

Village of Germantown, WI

Germantown, WI • On-site

$11.40 - $16.61/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Salary: $11.40 - $16.61 Hourly
Location : Germantown Village Hall- N112 W17001 Mequon Road
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: ENG-08/02.03.26
Department: Public Works Department - Engineering
Opening Date: 02/03/2026
Summary of Job
The Summer Intern applies civil engineering practices and principles in the design and inspection of projects, works with other Village departments, regulatory agencies and the public. Specifically, this position assists the Village Engineering Department with engineering-related services associated with private development and Village construction projects including but not limited to, administering permits, compliance with regulatory agency requirements, design and inspection of public works projects, mapping and recordkeeping, and all other engineering-related services as directed by the Village Engineer.
This position typically begins the first Tuesday immediately following Memorial Day weekend, and ends the last Friday immediately before Labor Day, unless otherwise agreed upon with the Village Engineer.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Provides assistance to the Village Engineer and Engineering Technician with field surveys and preparation of base maps for existing and proposed DPW projects.
  • Completes miscellaneous office work scanning and organizing legacy files.
  • Updates GIS with record drawings for water utility, sanitary sewer utility and storm water management facilities including ponds.
  • Performs surveying construction layout of DPW Projects and assists with assigned design elements of DPW projects;
  • Inspects and closes out permits issued by the Engineering Department
  • Assists with the issuance and oversite of Village permits, including inspection of completed projects when needed; coordinates with property owners, utility companies and contractors to track permit status
  • Assists with the preparation of the annual mileage map and report based on GIS.
  • Coordinates street and utility work with private utilities, the WI Department of Natural Resources and Village staff and residents.
  • Inspects public works construction projects to ensure work is completed according to the specifications and plans. Coordinates work with contractors, maintains contact with residents, coordinates testing, field measures the completed work, reviews and recommends change orders. May be required to work late and or after hours.
  • Receives and attempts to resolve complaints and problems from residents related to Village projects,
  • Helps with inspection of DPW projects
  • Helps with driveway permits & inspection.
  • Provides assistance with WDNR storm water permit illicit discharge detection & elimination, education & outreach, annual reports, and watershed-based permit development;
  • Supports engineering staff with completion of biennial PASER reports; utility and work in right-of-way permits & inspection;
  • Helps prepare digital record drawings;
  • Assists with sanitary & water system maps;
  • Helps with development plan reviews;
  • Maintains time reports;
  • Other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications
Education and/or Experience
  • Currently enrolled in an accredited university or technical college civil engineering or related programs including surveying, CADD design and mapping or civil design.
  • Valid Wisconsin Driver's License or ability to obtain one required.
  • Experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office software including Word, Powerpoint and Excel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Language Skills
  • Ability to relate to and communicate effectively with others through both verbal and written communication methods
  • Ability to establish good working relationships with all levels of staff and citizenry, and provide facilitation skills in sensitive, emotional, or hostile situations.
  • Ability to gather, analyze, interpret, and present data in clear and concise reports and make recommendations.

Mathematical Skills
  • Ability to calculate percentages, fractions, decimals, volumes, ratios, present values, and spatial relationships. Ability to interpret descriptive statistical reports.

Reasoning Ability
  • Ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory and/or judgmental criteria.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and handle stressful situations, to organize work and set priorities, managing time and resources to meet deadlines and changing demands within the entire operation of administrative services, perform duties with a minimum of supervision.
Other Qualifications
  • Understanding of GIS technologies.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects at one time.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, ability to adjust focus, and the ability to sustain prolonged visual concentration.
  • Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and or provide simple but continuous adjustment on equipment, machinery and tools such as computer and other machines, and or materials used in performing essential functions.
  • Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet and limbs in performing slightly skilled movements such as typing and to operate various pieces of office equipment.
  • Ability to recognize and identify degrees of similarities and differences between characteristics of colors, shapes and textures associated with job-related objects, materials and tasks.
  • Ability to climb ladders; walk through construction sites; occasionally crawl; frequently bend and twist and routinely walk over irregular surfaces.
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions.
  • The employee must exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work in an office environment for 3-5 hours per day sitting, and 3-5 hours per day is spent in the field on construction sites standing for an extended period of time, and/or working near live traffic. Surveying at sites requires a great deal of walking and the ability to carry equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors such as repetitive computer keyboard use, irate individuals and intimidation may cause discomfort and poses limited risk of injury. Must have ability to spend part of each day in the field where work is dusty, noisy, and hazardous, alongside heavy equipment and/or live traffic. Work may be performed in all weather conditions.
  • The hours of this position are generally Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm, but this position may require some evening and weekend inspection work. About half of the work activities are performed in an office setting (3-5 hours/day), typically at a computer. The other half is spent outdoors at construction sites, occasionally performing mapping operations within road right of ways.
  • The office work environment has a low noise level, while the field work often includes loud noises, dust, chemicals and machinery. This position requires the ability to multi-task.
  • Closed toe boots will be required on all job sites.
    ADA & EEO Statement
    The Village of Germantown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the Village's policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
    Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). To request reasonable accommodations, please contact Village Support Services Manager at 262-250-4750.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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