What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Pipeline Locator Intern position at Marin Municipal Water District?
Marin Water is seeking applicants for the position of Field Pipeline Locator Intern! This is an exciting opportunity to gain experience working with a community oriented organization that is committed to contributing to the well-being of the environment!
*A 3.1% cost of living adjustment (COLA) is expected effective 7/1/2025
*A 3.1% cost of living adjustment (COLA) is expected effective 7/1/2025
The District:
The District is a medium-sized, municipal, water agency with a Board of Directors/General Manager form of government, 245 full-time employees and a $143.2 million combined annual operating and capital budget for FY 2024. Annually, the District delivers water to over 190,000 residents and businesses in the central and southern portions of Marin County and has stewardship responsibilities for 21,000 acres of pristine watershed lands on Mt. Tamalpais.
The District is a medium-sized, municipal, water agency with a Board of Directors/General Manager form of government, 245 full-time employees and a $143.2 million combined annual operating and capital budget for FY 2024. Annually, the District delivers water to over 190,000 residents and businesses in the central and southern portions of Marin County and has stewardship responsibilities for 21,000 acres of pristine watershed lands on Mt. Tamalpais.
The Position:
This position is in the Records Department and will require field locating of MMWD underground pipelines and facilities using a Metro Tech 810 DX inductive locator. The work will be done in roadways and on steep slopes, which will require proper safety gear and safety practices. In addition, this work will require the ability to interpret GIS mapping data and record drawings to properly identify the location of the underground water lines. Good communications skills are necessary in order to report and resolve discrepancies found in the field.
Work hours will be Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Duration of assignment is for up to six (6) months. The position operates out of MMWD’s Corte Madera location. Safety Boots required.
Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid California Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record. A DMV driving record is required if applicant moves forward in the process.
Detail-oriented, Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows. Good organizational skills, data entry, GIS, basic understanding of electronics and knowledge of information technology (IT). Ability to work independently. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Must be a team player. Applicant should have recent college coursework in related field (engineering, geography, GIS, water operations, construction management, etc.).
Selection Process:
Complete the application in full. Be sure to indicate dates of employment, hours worked, and describe your duties. You may attach a resume but it is not acceptable as a substitute for any part of the application or supplemental questionnaire. Initial screening of your qualifications will be based solely on the application documents received by the District. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the selection process.
This assignment is temporary, seasonal, hourly, and non-exempt, and individual hired in this assignment can be terminated at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at the option of either the District or employee.
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is on Friday, May 2, 2025 at 11:59 PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly as this recruitment may close at any time without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $143
