• Field Staking Technician Internship

    Verdantas (Grand Rapids, MI)


    Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose. At Verdantas, we are pioneers in delivering a comprehensive suite of environmental consulting, sustainable engineering, cutting-edge modeling, and digital technology services. Specializing in thriving markets with strong growth trends, we play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable project outcomes across diverse sectors such as power, renewable energy, water resources, government land use, and transportation infrastructure.

     

    Our dynamic team, comprised of environmental scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, collaborate closely with clients, harnessing state-of-the-art technology to provide highly accurate datasets and models that tackle intricate environmental and infrastructure challenges. We pride ourselves on going beyond conventional problem-solving; we function as strategic partners, actively assisting clients in realizing their infrastructure and sustainability goals.

     

    Verdantas stands at the forefront with a robust team of over 1700 professionals, including top-tier scientists, engineers, and technical experts strategically positioned throughout the U.S. Our commitment to excellence is grounded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. As a reliable partner, Verdantas offers integrated solutions and forward-thinking strategies in environmental consulting, engineering, and digital technology services.

     

    Verdantas is seeking a **Field Staking Technician Intern** to join our team in **Grand Rapids, MI** . This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in power utility substation, transmission, and distribution system project design, drawing preparation, and construction staking.

    Responsibilities:

    + Construction staking of power systems with precision equipment

    + Field mapping of electric distribution overhead and underground lines

    + Assist with preparation of construction drawings for substation, transmission and distribution line projects

    + Prepare electric distribution system computer models

    + 4 to 5 days in the field and 1 to 2 in the office

    + Teaming up for inspections

    Qualifications:

    + Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering or Survey

    + AutoCAD experience preferred

    + Ability to work independently and in a team environment

    + The position may include travel

    + Previous engineering co-op/experience a plus

    + Must be able to lift 20 pounds

    + Willing to walk on uneven terrain, sometimes in unfavorable conditions

     

    _Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce._

     

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