Intern, Lead and Copper Program
Monroe, CT, US, 06468
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
Aquarion is hiring an intern in Water Quality! This position will assist the Lead and Copper Program Manager with water quality tasks related to meeting compliance with current and future lead and copper regulations. The ideal candidate should have excellent customer service skills. This internship is an opportunity to gain invaluable experience in the world of drinking water compliance and public health.
Principal Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of notifications to consumers regarding service lines.
- Assist in the review of language requirements related to customer communications for drinking water compliance.
- Perform data review as directed related to identification of service lines and customer mailings.
- Perform ongoing recordkeeping efforts for property manager certifications.
- Perform outreach to customers related to identifying unknown service lines and for sampling requests.
- As needed, 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.
- 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
- Experience in the drinking water field is desired. Interest in regulatory compliance and how drinking water utilities maintain regulatory compliance.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, as well as above average problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Proficiency with Microsoft products such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- 1-2 years experience with Customer Service
- Clean driving record
- Applicants must be able to lift 50 pounds
Education/Certifications
- Have or be pursuing a Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
- Boating experience including Boating Certificate from CTDEEP preferred
Salary
- This is a temporary, full time position based out of our Monroe Office (Monroe, CT).
- Days and Hours are Monday through Friday (8:00AM to 4:30PM).
- Salary will be $20.00/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.
Nearest Major Market: Bridgeport
Nearest Secondary Market: Danbury