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Intern, Water Quality
Location:
Monroe, CT
Description:
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 Water Quality Management team at Aquarion is looking for an Intern! Principal Responsibilities Support the Deeps Monitoring Program assisting with sampling the major reservoirs by boat, maintenance of supplies and equipment used in sample collection and preparing sample bottles for sample collection. 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. Assist in the planning of lead and copper sampling routes throughout Aquarion’s Connecticut systems. 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 Applicants must have good written and oral communication skills as well as above average problem-solving abilities. Must have working knowledge of Microsoft platform including Word and Excel. Applicants must be able to lift 50 pounds regularly (up to 75lbs of weight in some circumstances). Boating experience required; Boating Certificate from CTDEEP preferred. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to swim (for safety reasons). Education/Certifications Have or be pursuing a Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or related field. Experience in the drinking water field is desired. Salary This position will run from mid-May through the end of August (with possible extension through end of year). Interns will report to our Monroe office. Full-time (40 hours) is required. Interns will be expect to work from 6:30AM to 3:00PM, Monday through Friday. This role will pay $17 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.
Company:
Aquarion Water Company
Posted:
April 12 on Aquarion Water Company
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