Utilities Internship

Job Title: Utilities Internship
Salary Range: $15 / hour

Supervisor: Chico Holliday

Status (Branch Level) / Hours: 32 Hours / week 

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Utilities Intern to join our team for the [summer/fall/winter] internship program. As a Utilities Intern, you will assist with various projects and tasks related to the management and maintenance of utility systems, including water, electricity, gas, and waste systems. This internship offers hands-on experience and an opportunity to learn about the operations of utility infrastructure in a professional environment. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1.  

• Support the maintenance and troubleshooting of utility systems and equipment.

• Aid in the preparation and review of reports related to utility usage and system performance.

• Assist in the implementation of energy-saving initiatives and sustainability programs.

• Participate in safety audits and assist with maintaining safe working practices.

• Conduct research and provide recommendations on utility-related technologies or processes.

• Provide general administrative support to the utilities team as needed.

Work Location: 

•  Wyam Youth Center, 1230 Warm Springs St. Warm Springs, OR 97761

Standards and Expectations

• Facilitate a professional environment for our clients and staff through appropriate and professional communication with all visitors; maintain professional boundaries at all times

• Always conduct oneself appropriately and professionally

• Demonstrate respect and sensitivity for cultural differences

• Function as a role model for other staff; exhibit confidence in self and in others

• Proactively identify problems, troubleshoot, and problem solve in one-on-one and group settings

• Demonstrate a clear commitment to good communication, including giving and asking for feedback

• Commitment to working on a team, and to assisting other team members if their workloads become excessive 

• Strong desire to serve the community in support of WSCAT mission

Required Certifications/Licenses

Other Skills (will probably be learned on the job for the interns)

Work Environment

• Possible exposure to airborne pathogens (e.g., COVID-19). May be required to wear personal protective equipment such as facemasks (for respiratory protection) and/or gloves. 

Physical Demands

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10lbs and occasionally lift and/or support up to 75lbs

• While performing this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to sit, and to use hands to handle/feel objects. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, to taste or smell, to climb or balance, to stoop, kneel, or crouch.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Employment at Will

• Nothing in this job description alters the at-will nature of the employment relationship in any way.

• Either the employee or WSCAT may terminate employment at any time with or without notice or cause.