Intern, Water Quality (field)

Aquarion Water Company is the public water supply company for more than 750,000 people in 72 cities and towns throughout Connecticut, as well as serving customers in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. It is the largest investor-owned water utility in New England and among the seven largest in the U.S. Based in Bridgeport, CT, it has been in the public water supply business since 1857. Across its operations, Aquarion strives to act as a responsible steward of the environment and to assist the communities it serves in promoting sustainable practices. Aquarion Water Company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Eversource. Job Summary The Water Quality Management team at Aquarion is looking for an Intern! The Water Quality Field Intern is accountable to the Supervisor, WQ Field Operations. This role supports the Water Quality Management Team in maintaining Reservoir Management program, managing water quality and collecting water samples from reservoirs by boat. The chosen candidate will be responsible for Quality Assurance and maintenance of sample collection equipment including bottles, testing meters and vehicles. Principal Responsibilities type="disc

• -Support the Deeps Monitoring Program assisting with sampling the major reservoirs by boat, maintenance of supplies and equipment used in sample collection and preparing sample bottles for sample collection.
• Safely drive to customer homes within Aquarion's Connecticut systems to drop off and pick up samples.
• Support the Water Quality Information Services Coordinator with soliciting customer participation in the lead and copper monitoring program, as well as communicating results.
• Assist in the planning of lead and copper sampling routes throughout Aquarion's Connecticut systems.
• Support the laboratory information system process by receiving samples. Prepare samples for transference to contract laboratories.
• Performs all duties in a manner consistent with company safety procedures for working and general driving safety.
• The position may also assist with the Connecticut reservoir deeps program when needed, which involves working on a boat to collect water samples from a reservoir. Preferred Requirements type="disc
• -Applicants must have good written and oral communication skills as well as above average problem-solving abilities.
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft platform including Word and Excel.
• Applicants must be able to lift 50 pounds regularly (up to 75lbs of weight in some circumstances).
• Applicants must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to swim (for safety reasons).
• Experience in the drinking water field is desired. Education/Certifications type="disc
• -Have or be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or related field.
• Must hold a valid CT state driver's license.
• Boating experience required; Boating Certificate from CTDEEP preferred. Salary type="disc
• -This is a temporary, non-benefit eligible, full-time position based out of our Monroe Office (Monroe, CT).
• Days and Hours are Monday through Friday (6:00AM to 2:30PM).
• Salary will be $19.

50/hour Aquarion Water Company is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.