Intern II - Instrument & Controls

Intern Position Overview

Up to 1,040 hours or 6 months Internship

$17.44 - $21.00 hourly

The City of Greeley Water & Sewer Department is seeking an intern who is interested in working with a team of professionals who are dedicated to enhancing Greeley’s leadership role in the Colorado water community. The successful incumbent will be innovative, enjoy challenges, and seek a position with significant responsibility and opportunity for advancement in the Water & Sewer Division. The Instrument & Controls Intern will report to the Instrument and Electrical Lead and play a vital role in providing service to water and wastewater control systems for 9 reservoirs, 2 filter plants, 1 wastewater plant, 3 finished water reservoirs, and hundreds of miles of transmission, distribution, and lift stations serving a community of over 100,000.

Work will be performed primarily at various sites around Greeley.

This individual will be assisting the I&C technicians in installation, calibration, maintenance, and repair of electrical/electronic and pneumatic equipment, instruments, computer system and related controls, as well as maintaining and troubleshooting complex technical systems that may be located near/in high voltage and/or potentially hazardous processes and equipment.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with two years of driving experience and a clear driving record (MVR and background check required).
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Basic knowledge of electrical or automation equipment preferred.
• Currently participating in an apprenticeship program or pursuing studies in electrical/automation or a closely related field at a college-level preferred.

• Knowledge of SCADA software, Allen Bradley PLC software.
• Knowledge of National Electric Code, NFPA.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions in English, or demonstrate equivalent proficiency, is essential for safety.
• Ability to use proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation in developing written communications including Standard Operating Procedures.
• Collaboration skills, including ability to work with others from different areas and backgrounds to reach a common goal.
• Computer skills, including ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and to learn new software and systems.
• Interpersonal skills, including ability to facilitate interaction, communication, and teamwork between others.
• Oral, written, and listening communication skills, including the ability to accurately interpret what others are saying and convey messages, information, concepts, and details accurately and clearly.
• Organizational skills, including the ability to set and meet goals and deadlines, manage appointments, create schedules, coordinate, and facilitate meetings, and make decisions.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple concurrent and competing tasks and responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining personal effectiveness.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and stay on task when completing special projects and daily assignments.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and reliable professional judgment, as well as collaboratively with a team to achieve desired results.
• Ability to maintain a strong work ethic, positive problem‑solving attitude, and enthusiasm for the work performed.
• Ability to self‑start and take initiative in completing daily tasks and special projects.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to examine and summarize data and trends in order to resolve issues and produce results.

• Operate hand tools, power tools, electronic and electrical tools.
• Assist in repair and calibration of electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic transmitting and controlling systems.
• Repair and replace fuses, breakers, motor starters, motors, and other electrical parts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Work location is a combination of field (85%) and office (15%).
• Employee is subject to driving…