Now Hiring Full-time, Temporary
WATER OPERATIONS INTERNS!
Open until Filled Apply immediately ~Posted 11/5/2020~
Three exciting opportunities available to gain experience working with a community oriented organization that is committed to contributing to the well-being of the environment!
$18.71 per hour.
40-hours per week, Monday through Friday
Work reporting address: Varies by assignment
THE POSITIONS:
WATER QUALITY SAMPLING INTERN: (1 position) Under direction of the Water Quality Field Supervisor, Lab Manager and Lab Staff, duties include: assists with distribution system and reservoir water sampling, reservoir algae investigations and reservoir algae treatments, and additional miscellaneous water quality field investigations tasks. Uses sampling equipment such as a chlorine test kit, temperature gauge, zone sampler and a datasonde with hand-held surveyor. Performs miscellaneous office tasks such as mapping sampling points, working with data and reports, and scanning documents. Additionally, performs maintenance and clean-up work as needed. Safety Boots required. Work hours will be Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This position is for just under a six (6) month duration at the Corte Madera location. Anticipated Start Date: February 2021.
WATER TREATMENT PLANT INTERN: (1 position) Under the direct supervision of a qualified and licensed Water Treatment Plant Operator, assist with the operation and maintenance of one of three different drinking water facilities. The candidate will be exposed to surface water treatment plant processes, chemical dosing, industry standard calculations, water quality laboratory tests, the operation and maintenance of analyzers, flushing and monitoring of distribution system in remote locations, facility maintenance and ground water quality verification. Safety Boots required. Work hours will be Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at one of three different facilities: San Geronimo Water Treatment Plant in Woodacre; Bon Tempe Water Treatment Plant in Fairfax; Ignacio Water Quality Station in Novato. Optional work schedules maybe considered on a case by case basis. This position is for just under a six (6) month duration. Anticipated Start Date: February 2021.
WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INTERN: (1 position) Under the direct supervision of a certified Water Distribution Operator, learn how to operate and maintain mechanical, electrical and control equipment. Perform inspections of mechanical and electrical equipment. Assist operators in handling consumer calls. Assist field personnel with confined space entries. Learn the basics of a potable water distribution system. Safety Boots required. Work hours will be Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This position is for just under a six (6) month duration at the Corte Madera location. Anticipated Start Date: February 2021.
