Student Intern - Pretreatment/Lab

City of Provo • Provo, UT

1d • $15 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

The Provo City Water Reclamation Plant is recruiting for a student intern to assist in its Pretreatment and Lab Divisions. This is an excellent opportunity for students in related fields to gain experience working in a lab and field setting. Qualified, civic-minded individuals interested in supporting the services provided to Provo City residents by performing the duties described herein are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Bona fide student in an undergraduate or graduate program in biology, chemistry, physical or environmental science or closely related field.
• Valid, lawful driver license at time of appointment. Applicant may be disqualified on the basis of an unacceptable driving record as reflected by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Collect and perform physical, chemical, and microbiological analysis on water, wastewater, sludge, and other related samples.
• Collect field data; conduct laboratory tests; and perform analyses by retrieving data from specialized equipment, including spectrophotometers, pH meters, dissolved oxygen meters, and similar equipment.
• Follow procedures and parameters for testing of biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), chemical oxygen demand (COD), sludge solids (TS), suspended solids (TSS), volatile solids (TVSS), dissolved oxygen (DO), and pH; conduct microbiological tests for fecal coliforms and e-coli, ammonia nitrogen (NH3), chlorine (CI2) residual, nutrients, and other anions and cations.
• Read and interpret meters, charts, and other weight and measuring devices.
• Perform calculations on data and accurately record and document all results.
• Assist in preparing reports for plant process controls and various regulatory agencies.
• Ensure sample preparation and analysis is conducted within established Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved methodologies.
• Assist Pretreatment Inspector in inspecting sewer lines and grease traps.
• Collect samples from industrial users and maintain records of such for compliance.
• Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist staff members as needed and perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA)
• Free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park
• A free Provo City Library Card
• A 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only)
• Discounts from various local and national vendors

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree