ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Public Works Intern
4 positions available
8-week assignment, 32-40 hours per week
Hiring Rate: $17.50 per hour
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime)
Deadline to Apply: 5/12/2025
Internship Summary:
The City of Prescott Department of Public Works is looking for college students and graduates interested in learning about the public works functions within city government. The interns will perform a variety of manual and semi-skilled activities supporting daily operations and maintenance tasks associated with water, wastewater, streets, solid waste and fleet. Under general supervision of crew leader and/or supervisor, interns will rotate through each of the divisions, learning about each division and performing meaningful work in support of daily activities and projects.
Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Licensing, Certification, and Other Requirements:
Possess a valid Arizona driver's license.
Learning Opportunities May Include:
Observe daily operations for each division; water, wastewater, streets and solid waste.
Inspection and preventative maintenance as required using software; inspects hydrants, valves, water infrastructure, tanks, booster stations, and other water system appurtenances; and inspects, maintains, and repairs the sanitary sewer collection system including sewer lines, manholes, and lift stations to ensure safe and efficient operation. Maintenance at treatment plant.
Locating lines/breaks; taping water main lines; remove/replace sections of streets, curbs, driveways, and sidewalks; replant/landscape yards and right -of-ways; and operate a variety of equipment and tools.
Read meters; follow up on questionable readings by locating and rechecking readings, examine meter, check connections for leaks or damage, and/or to identify customer leaks. Assist in routine maintenance and repair on a variety of equipment common to operations. (e.g. valves, CCTVs, pumps, motors, pressure regulating stations, wells, water main, hydrants, and meters).
Assist with the use of complex sewer line cleaning equipment, including hydro-cleaners and other related equipment to remove debris from sewer lines and wet wells.
Utilize hand tools, jack hammers, whackers, digging bars, shovels, and other related tools or equipment as required.
Inspect equipment, power tools, vehicles, and other large equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
Maintain and remove asphalt; patch potholes; and grade roads and alleys.
Assist with miscellaneous concrete repairs and installation.
Assist with maintaining and install of guardrails, safety rails, and handrails.
Assist with fleet maintenance.
Assist with maintenance of refuse collection containers on assigned routes.
Maintain transfer station and yard in conformance with ADEQ and EPA regulations.
Assist in the setup, preparation, and cleanup of special events.
Perform shouldering and erosion control.
Sweep streets; pick up debris/trash.
Dig/grade/clean ditches and culverts; clean catch basins.
Perform street maintenance and rights-of-way work with crews or individually; mow rights- of-ways.
Assist with yard maintenance.
Adhere to all safety policies and procedures including the use of PPE.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Employee Core Beliefs
City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are: Act with Integrity, Work as a Team, Have Personal Commitment and Loyalty, Solve Problems, Take Pride In Excellent Results, High Level of Productivity and Being Nice.
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:
Knowledge of water distribution operation and maintenance principles.
Knowledge of materials, practices and equipment used in water system maintenance and repair activities.
Knowledge of materials, practices, and equipment used in wastewater system operations and maintenance.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions for operating assigned equipment; common hand and power tools; and basic preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
Skill in operating and maintaining a variety of specialized equipment used in the maintenance/repair of water systems and used in the operation and maintenance of wastewater systems.
Skill in using computers.
Skill in using personal protective equipment.
Skill in accurately documenting daily work tasks.
Skill in utilizing customer service techniques in responding to requests and complaints.
Skill in communicating.
Skill in utilizing appropriate public relations techniques to resolve customer issues.
Skill in solving problems.
Ability to recognize occupational hazards of work.
Ability to follow safety principles, regulations, and safe work practices.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with City residents and employees.
Ability to exercise sound judgment.
Ability to maintain tools and equipment of trade.
Ability to collect and organize facts and data.
Ability to record field data manually and by using computer programs.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Work is performed in the field.
Performs work in hazardous conditions including sewage; potentially infectious wastes, methane, hydrogen sulfide, and other possible toxic gases and substances; rotating equipment; noise; high-medium-low voltage; oxygen deficient and hazardous environments; and in confined spaces and high traffic areas.
Safely performs manual labor for extended periods of time and safely lifts 60 pounds frequently with a maximum of 100 pounds.
Safely operates required equipment and City vehicles as needed.
Clearly sees, with correction if necessary, during day hours, night hours, and in potentially adverse weather conditions.
Clearly, concisely, and effectively communicates in person, over the radio, and by telephone.
Work is performed in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to my co-workers or others.
Upon acceptance of the internship, successful candidates will be required to complete the following:
Drug screening
Motor vehicle records check
Criminal background screening
City of Prescott Contact Information
201 N. Montezuma Street
Prescott, AZ 86301
Email: hr@prescott-az.gov
Website: www.prescott-az.gov
Phone: 928-777-1410 / Fax: 928-832-1222
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the selection process. In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
https://cityofprescott.applicantpro.com/jobs/3727821-1036234.html