Intern-Environmental Services, Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations at City of Sunnyvale

DescriptionINTERN WATER POLLUTION CONTROL PLANT DIVISIONPART-TIME INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITYCasual non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than twenty-five (25) hours per week and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30).Paid intern positions are available within the Environmental Services Department. The positions are an excellent part-time opportunity for an individual with a strong background in mathematics physics engineering chemistry and/or biology wishing to obtain work experience in the Environmental Studies field. Current student enrollment is not required.Enrichment OpportunitiesLearn and work with the Citys wastewater treatment plant operations group SCADA system and computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).Obtain a California State Water Resources Control Board Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator-In-Training (OIT) certificate and learn concepts of wastewater treatment processes. Hours of experience with the OIT certificate will count towards the required 1800 hours required to become a certified operator.Hours: the selected candidate will work under supervision on weekdays between 6:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. The specific days and hours will be decided by the hiring manager in consultation with the selected candidate.Essential Job Functions(May include but are not limited to the following):Learn and understand the basics of wastewater treatment and apply those skills under direct supervision.As needed opportunity to enroll in online self-paced training on wastewater topics to prepare for certification testing.Learn to operate a wide variety of pumps valves and gates.Learn and understand the operation of wastewater treatment equipment such as blowers mechanical bar screens chemical dosing equipment collectors drives aerators and motor control centers.Lean to monitor read and calculate wastewater flow through various Water Pollution Control Plant treatment processes using meters gauges routine visual inspections and the plants distributive control system.Observe the collection of grab and composite samples for process control and NPDES Permit compliance.Logs test results meter readings flow rates preventative maintenance activities and other data.Logs events related to operations and logs process control changes.Writes and follows up on work orders for corrective maintenance.Job shadows WPCP operators performing operational rounds to inspect pumps motors chemical storage and dosing equipment distributive controls and other equipment for proper operation.Observes WPCP operators performing basic to moderately complex preventative maintenance tasks on plant equipment such as greasing changing oil and replacing parts.Participates in technical skills development and safety training programs; learns safety rules regulations and emergency procedures.Attend briefing meetings regularly and apply that knowledge systematically and diligently.Work effectively with City staff consultants administrators and the general public; the candidate is expected to conduct him/herself in a highly professional manner at all times while representing the City.Assists City staff with other duties as desired including some administrative tasks as needed.WORKING CONDITIONSPosition requires prolonged sitting standing walking on level uneven and slippery surfaces reaching twisting turning kneeling bending squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard and certain tools. The position also requires near and far vision when reading written work related documents and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal customer service. The need to lift drag carry and push equipment tools and supplies up to 50 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.Minimum QualificationsEducation and ExperienceThe minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in one of the following ways: High school diploma or GED equivalent.Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesInterest in Environmental Studies and willingness to learn.Positive work attitude reliable and responsible.Abilityto write and communicate concisely and effectively.Proficientcomputer skillswith basic knowledgeof MS WordExcel and OneDrive.Advanced computer skills may include (not required) Microsoft SharePoint Microsoft Teams and SCADA.Good organizational skills detail-oriented and good data keeper.License/Certificates: Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California class C drivers license and a safe driving record or the ability to provide alternate transportation which is approved by the appointing authority.Application and Selection ProcessAPPLICATION PROCESSIf you are interested in this opportunity please submit your online City of Sunnyvale 1) employment application2) responses to the supplemental questions and 3) a resumetotheDepartmentofHuman Resources.City application forms completed in full are required as is a resume.Candidates are asked to fully describe any training education experience and/or skills relevant to this position. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the application please do not indicate see resume on the application or supplemental questions. Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the Citys employment page;go to Search: Jobs.SELECTION PROCESSApplications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials qualified candidate applications will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. Application materials will be evaluated for job-related skills experience and education. Individuals with the best match to the position will be invited to participate in an interview. This job posting may close without notice.Any candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process which may consist of a background history check as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Position which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre- employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATIONAny successful candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e. original copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts).A candidate with education obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credential evaluation service at the candidates expense to determine its equivalency in the United States. Candidates may utilize any third-party agency for the evaluation. If you search education equivalency verification or similar online you will obtain results for agencies that provide this evaluation service.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONFor more information regarding this employment opportunity contact Ryan Smith at or email . For more information relating to the application process contact Faye Brand Human Resources Technician at or email:. The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.The City of Sunnyvale is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation disability veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal state or local laws. The City of Sunnyvale is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please contact us at or.Required Experience:Intern Key Skills Fire Protection,Graphic Designing,Academics,Apparel Merchandising,Adobe Flash,Client Services Employment Type : Gig Department / Functional Area: Environmental Services Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 19 - 26