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Maintenance and Operations Intern (North Service Area Executive Office)

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
    Facilities Management
  • Chicago

AI generated summary

  • You must be proficient with Microsoft Office, able to multi-task, work independently and in teams, and currently pursuing a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
  • You will assist with maintenance tasks, follow up on work orders, manage preventative maintenance in Mainsaver, enter purchase requisitions, and order items using purchase cards.

Requirements

  • Proficient utilizing computers and has experience with Microsoft Office
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Can work both independently and in a team-environment
  • Applicants must be a current graduate or undergraduate student seeking a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting the Assistant Master Mechanics and Master Mechanic II with maintenance duties.
  • Conducting corrective work order follow-up and backlog management.
  • Adding/editing preventative maintenance work orders using the District's maintenance management system, Mainsaver.
  • Working with the Parts Procurement Group to enter purchase requisitions.
  • Ordering items on existing open purchase orders or via District purchase cards.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is limited to 119 working days per calendar year.

What is the pay rate for this internship position?

The position offers a pay rate of $18.00 per hour.

What are the eligibility requirements for applying?

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program at an accredited college or university, will be enrolled in the 2025/2026 school year, and must have permanent residency within the territorial boundaries of the MWRD.

Is there a requirement for residency?

Yes, candidates must have permanent residency within the territorial boundaries of the MWRD.

What documents are required to apply for the internship?

Required documents include a letter of recommendation, a cover letter stating interest in the position, and a resume.

Who can provide the letter of recommendation?

The letter of recommendation should be from a class instructor, professor, or internship coordinator from your current school or university.

What tasks will the intern be responsible for?

The intern will assist with maintenance duties, conduct corrective work order follow-up, manage backlog, edit preventative maintenance work orders, and work with the Parts Procurement Group.

What skills are required for this position?

Candidates should be proficient in utilizing computers, have experience with Microsoft Office, multi-tasking abilities, and the capability to work independently and in a team environment.

What educational background is required for this internship?

Applicants must be current graduate or undergraduate students seeking a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.

How do I apply for this internship?

Candidates must submit the Online Internship Application, cover letter, resume, and letter of recommendation through MWRD’s Online Employment Center.

The MWRD treats wastewater and manages stormwater for the Chicago region.

Government
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1889
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Established in 1889, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is an award-winning, special purpose government agency responsible for wastewater treatment and stormwater management in Cook County, Illinois. The MWRD provides services throughout an 883 square mile area which includes the City of Chicago and suburban communities. The MWRD serves an equivalent pop. of 10.35 million citizens; 5.25 million people, a commercial and industrial equivalent of 4.5 million people, and a combined sewer overflow of .6 million people. The MWRD's 554 miles of intercepting sewers and force mains range in size from 12 inches to 27 feet in diameter and are fed by approximately 10,000 local sewer system connections. The MWRD's Tunnel and Reservoir Plan (TARP) is one of the country’s largest public works projects for pollution and flood control. Four tunnel systems total 109 miles of tunnels, nine to 33 feet in diameter and 150 to 300 feet underground, are in operation. Three TARP reservoirs are in operation and construction is in progress on the remaining 6.5 billion gallon portion of the McCook Reservoir. The MWRD owns and operates the Stickney Water Reclamation Plant, the world’s largest, in addition to six other plants and 23 pumping stations. Treating an average of 1.4 billion gallons of wastewater each day, the MWRD's total wastewater treatment capacity is over 2 billion gallons per day. The MWRD recycles all biosolids and has an aggressive outreach program.