Intern, Supply Operations Mystic
Stonington, CT, US, 06378
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 Supply Operations Mystic territory team is looking for an Intern!
Principal Responsibilities
The main role of this job is to inspect hydrants in Aquarion’s Mystic territory water systems. Most work will be conducted in the towns of Stonington, Groton, and Plainville.
- The role requires possible repairs (as needed), and general maintenance (i.e. checking caps and water pressure, clearing overgrowth, and painting the hydrants).
- Intern will be tasked with recording all maintenance activities in SAP as well as creating written documentation of inspection/maintenance activities performed.
- This job requires the incumbent to work independently and to be thorough to ensure the hydrants are ready for an emergency.
- Some hydrants are located near busy roadways, so proper safety procedures must be followed.
- Training will be provided by Aquarion staff and a utility van along with equipment will also be provided.
Education/Certifications
- Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must be able to work independently, thoroughly, and safely, applying training given.
- Intern must be enrolled in an accredited college program.
Salary
- This position will run from mid-May through the end of August.
- Intern will report to our Mystic location.
- Full-time (40 hours) is preferred but there is flexibility.
- Intern will be expected to work from 7:00AM-3:30PM or 8AM-4:30PM.
- This role will pay $16.00 an 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: Hanover
Nearest Secondary Market: Chesterfield