Student Intern - Operations

The purpose of this internship is to provide on the job training and exposure to the operations of a public utility while supporting departmental projects that enhance service reliability, efficiency, and customer experience. The intern will gain practical skills, contribute to meaningful work, and develop a foundational understanding of how the utility serves the community and facilitates accomplishment of the District's mission and goals.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

: Perform routine, non-skilled tasks to assist various departments. May do various manual work alone or as an extra with a crew. Do general housekeeping. Scrape, prime, paint, tag and number distribution transformers for issue. Retrieve supplies from other departments. Under qualified Journeyman supervision, clear brush from around switch poles, padmount transformers and switching enclosures. Caulk windows and paint walls of District buildings. Pressure wash building, roofs, gutters. Work on ladders or roof will only be done with qualified supervision. Clean storage yards and buildings. Hose down loading dock. Use street sweeper in parking areas. Check and put away inventory. Do general housekeeping. Pick up or deliver parts. Wash vehicles. Paint trailers. Assist garage helper. Meter Department Clean meter covers. Do repetitive non-essential paper work. Clean meter room and metering area in storeroom. Wash and dry rubber safety equipment. Input data into a personnel computer. Assist meter personnel in junking meters. Drive District pick-ups for basic transportation to work assignments. (non-essential)

JOB STANDARDS

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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Must be able to receive and carry out work instructions. Ability to understand written and/or verbal instructions. Ability to perform repetitive work. High level of cooperation within the work group and with other departments required. Must have math, reading and writing skills as related to job functions. Must become knowledgeable of District record-keeping methods and procedures such as time sheets, etc. Must have the ability to work without close supervision and to make decisions compatible with prior instructions. Must develop a working knowledge of safe work practices, accident prevention procedures, tools and equipment as related to job functions. Must have the ability to remain calm under pressure and to be courteous at all times. Demonstrate a positive attitude, good work ethic, promptness in work arrival and in accomplishing all tasks.

Education, Experience and Training :

Recent high school graduate or equivalent. Enrolled in a trade or post-secondary education program and plan to attend school following the work period. Experience in the operation of District (or similar) vehicles and equipment preferred.

Other Requirements :

Must pass a District physical examination and be able to perform essential job functions. Must wear and utilize personal protective equipment as required. Must be at least 18 years of age. A valid driver's license and safe driving record. May require Fork Lift training Certification.

WORKING CONDITIONS

: Indoor work may consist of extended periods of sitting or extended periods of standing on a concrete floor. Work is generally performed in an office setting with extended periods of sitting. The job functions require working with persons who exhibit many types of personalities and behaviors. Outdoor work is performed in all weather conditions, including temperature extremes; and on various types of terrain. Individual may be exposed to conditions and hazards from obstacles and open trenches associated with construction sites. Work is sometimes performed in proximity to electrical high voltage lines. Individual may be exposed to aggressive animals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

: Individual may lift and carry objects weighing as much as 50 pounds; work from ladders; and, operate power tools. The work requires the ability to operate equipment and vehicles. The work requires the ability to answer questions and communicate with coworkers, customers, and others in person on cellular phones and via email.