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 Department is looking for an intern! The chosen candidate will support the repair and maintenance of any equipment related to the treatment of drinking water in the Supply Operations department.

Principal Responsibilities

• Work with plant operations staff by supporting the daily operation and maintenance of the water treatment facility
• Duties included but not limited to are daily water quality testing, treatment plant monitoring and general facility maintenance
• Assist the staff in the daily operations and maintenance of the treatment plant

Preferred Requirements

• Ability to help out with general plant maintenance
• Basic mechanical aptitude including familiarity with various hand tools and different types of facility maintenance equipment
• Hard working, self-motivated
• Able to work with others and follow safe working procedures

Education/Certifications

• Valid CT state driver’s license

Salary

• This is a temporary, non-benefit eligible, full-time position reporting out of our Shelton plant.
• This internship will be 29 hours a week, Monday through Friday (7:00AM to 3:30PM).
• Salary will be $19.50/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.