NPS- Water Lab & Utility Shop Intern – Catoctin Mountain Park
Conservation Legacy
- Thurmont, MD
- Training
- Full-time
- Assist USRO in the oversight of a Parkwide Utility Infrastructure Project
- Interns will observe contractors completing work on water and wastewater projects and be included in weekly meeting updates.
- Assist USRO in Technical review of Water/Wastewater components of this project.
- Operating light trucks and other vehicles to access systems and move supplies and materials.
- Collect water samples and perform water testing in accordance with Standard Methods and State Requirements.
- Record water and wastewater data (e.g., meter readings) on local, state, and federal forms.
- Perform minor repair to plumbing and chemical feed systems, which includes Lift Stations and Grinder Pumps.
- Conduct routine system checks and monitor chlorine residuals.
- Perform general maintenance and cleanup to pumphouses, treatment plants, laboratory, and vehicles.
- Analyze water results and make corrections to treatment processes.
- Assist with wastewater system maintenance and pumping operations.
- Complete hard copy and electronic paperwork, forms, and data-entry; compile and review information and create draft reports.
- Job shadow other employees and work groups to gain exposure to other career paths and facets of park operations.
- Assist Supervisor and other administrative staff with tasks such as data collection and contract monitoring, fleet management, and supply inventory and monitoring.
- Preparing documents and reports using tablets, GIS, data management and word processing software.
- Moderate to heavy physical effort is required for this position, including, lifting, or handling of objects over 50lbs using proper techniques.
- Standing or kneeling for long periods and will be required to climb ladders, work from scaffolding or platforms, work on uneven or angled surfaces such as a roof, and/or be able to work in confined spaces.
- Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must be 18-30 years of age, maximum 35 for Veterans with DD-214
- Valid Driver’s License
- Ability to attend training courses either in person or online as a license requirement
- $520/wk + $200/wk housing allowance (equivalent to $18/hr)(pre-tax)
- AmeriCorps Segal Education Award- $3,697.50 (requires completion of entire internship)
- Public Lands Corps Hiring Authority
- Park Housing Available
- Training and Mentorship as it relates to position include:
- OSHA 1910 & 1926, Operational Leadership, Water, Wastewater & Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures, vehicle operation, Job Hazard Analysis, tailgate safety meetings, seasonal orientation, first aid/CPR, park operations.
- Safety training (vehicle, trailer, situational awareness, power tools, etc.)
Please be prepared to submit a resume as part of your application.Gwennan Richmond-Stewards Program Coordinator304-860-0320grichmond@conservationlegacy.org.Stewards Individual Placements Program does not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.Required SkillsRequired Experience