The Intern – Water/Wastewater Operations is responsible for tasks leading to learning to operate machinery, pumps and related equipment in water or wastewater treatment facilities. This is a temporary Full-time or part-time position.

Responsibilities

Learn through observation.Learn to complete checklists for meters, tank levels and perform lab work related to calibrating meters and taking samplesLearn to operate a variety of equipment/machinery including: valves, pumps, motors, belt presses, disinfection equipment, vehicles, etc.Learn to conduct routine testing, monitoring and maintenance of production wells, water/wastewater unit processes and basic laboratory analyses.Ensures facilities are clean, neat and secure.Provides customer service functions when necessary.Other duties as assigned.Will be required to complete a 500-word essay at conclusion of assignment.

Qualifications

Education/Experience: High School Diploma or GED.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License

Technical: Ability to follow manual & operating instructions; Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & internet.

Communication: Communicates clearly & professionally. Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience. Willing to help others. Maintains composure in challenging situations.

Problem Solving & Quality: Pays attention to detail. Identifies & solves problems. Escalates issues accordingly. Checks work for quality.

Managing For Results: Works well with supervision. Takes projects to completion. Follows all company policies & SOPs. Manages multiple tasks.

Leadership & Initiative: Demonstrates a positive attitude. Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values. Takes accountability for own performance. Willing to take on additional assignments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: frequently lift 50-60 pounds; load, unload & move large equipment/tools; access confined spaces; continuously walk and climb stairs and ladders.