About The Role

Job Description Summary

Be advised the Department of Public Works – Division of W&S is currently recruiting for internship positions in the following areas:

Drinking Water Operator Internship

Drinking Water Mechanic Internship

Wastewater Operator Internship

Wastewater Mechanic Internship

Operations Maintenance Section (OMS) Mechanic Internship

The work duties will vary depending on the position and are detailed below. Working hours will be Monday - Friday 7A-3P

Job Description

Examples of Duties

The following examples illustrate the work performed in the positions in the class. Positions may require some or all of these examples depending on the organization of work within the department. The list is not inclusive. A position may require related duties not listed, if necessary to accomplish the work of the department.

Drinking Water Operator Internship

Under the oversight of a trained operator, work within the W&S Operations Division supporting Drinking Water Operations staff in performing operational laboratory duties, monitoring treatment systems, obtaining readings, operating valves and pumps, inspecting equipment, and other duties

Drinking Water Mechanic Internship

Under the oversight of a trained mechanic, work within the W&S Operations Division supporting the Water Operations staff in performing maintenance duties such as preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, obtaining readings, testing equipment, installing new equipment, and other duties. A Water mechanic intern may also be trained as a Water operator intern.

Wastewater Operator Internship

Under the oversight of a trained operator, work within the W&S Operations Division supporting Wastewater Operations staff in performing operational laboratory duties, monitoring treatment systems, obtaining readings, operating valves and pumps, inspecting equipment, and other duties

A wastewater operator intern may also be trained as a wastewater mechanic intern

Wastewater Mechanic Internship

Under the oversight of a trained mechanic, work within the W&S Operations Division supporting the Wastewater Operations staff in performing maintenance duties such as preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, obtaining readings, testing equipment, installing new equipment, and other duties

A wastewater mechanic intern may also be trained as a wastewater operator intern

Operations Maintenance Section (OMS) Mechanic Internship

Under the oversight of a trained mechanic, work within the W&S Operations Division supporting the Water/Wastewater OMS staff in performing maintenance duties such as preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, obtaining readings, testing equipment, installing new equipment, and other duties. An OMS mechanic intern may also be trained as a Water or wastewater operator intern.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively on a team project
Ability to express ideas, information, and analysis in a clear and concise manner
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form using clear, concise, and understandable language.

EDUCATION

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a GED Certificate.

LICENSE

A valid Class "C" non-commercial driver's license with no more than three (3) points. Please be advised that this position requires a valid driver's license. Your application will not be considered if you fail to include the full driver's license number on the electronic application.

SAFETY

Must comply with all Federal (OSHA), State of Maryland (MOSH), safety regulations, and applicable Harford County safety policies, procedures, or manual as required for this position.