Student Intern - Operations and Maintenance

Rancho California Water District • Temecula, CA

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

Rancho California Water District is seeking a Student Intern for its Maintenance and Operations Division. This temporary position is designed for students currently enrolled in an accredited college who are interested in a career with a public utility. The role involves performing a variety of water utility-related duties to provide students with practical experience to support a career in the water sector. Interns will work no more than 900 hours per fiscal year and no more than 29 hours in a seven-day period. Ideal candidates are interested in the water industry, enjoy working outdoors, and have an interest in government entities.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college.
• Basic mechanical principles.
• Proper work safety standards.
• AutoCad software, Excel, Word.
• GIS, ArcMap.
• Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Ability to operate a two-way radio.
• Ability to read, understand, and comply with District safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively with other crew members.
• Ability to comply with the District’s Safety, Health and Environmental policies.
• Ability to present a professional image and communicate effectively with others, including the public.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Nice To Haves

• Interested in a career with a public utility.
• Interested in the water industry.
• Likes to be busy outdoors.
• Interest working in a government entity.

Responsibilities

• Support department in special projects as needed.
• Assist staff with repairing water mains, water services, hydrants, valves, air-vacs, meters, and related appurtenances.
• Update and create new digital map pages using AutoCad or similar.
• Verify discrepancies of information in GIS and the field.
• Organize all field valve tie map pages.
• Understand, update and transfer needed information from record drawings.
• Provide “redlines” to Engineering.
• Conduct field inspections and assist in capturing asset related data.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed