Intern - OWEF Operations

Recognized as one of the best places to work in Southeast Minnesota for three consecutive years, at Olmsted County every role helps to foster a vibrant community where everyone thrives. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, driving public service excellence and community well-being.

We don’t just offer a job, we offer a career filled with purpose, growth, and fulfillment. Our benefits package ensures your wellbeing, while career advancement opportunities and professional development empower you to reach your full potential.

Join us, and you'll be part of a purpose-driven team where your work truly makes a difference. Together, we build a sustainable, healthy, and welcoming community.

Minimum Qualifications Of Education And Experience

Candidates must be enrolled in a certificate or degree program studying Boiler engineering, Industrial maintenance and mechanics, applied sciences, or a similar field.

AND

Possess the ability to work part-time (16 hours per week) in person. This position may include evening and weekend hours.

Individuals will be required to complete a pre-employment and any potential post-accident drug test as these positions are deemed safety sensitive. Regardless of Minnesota statute, marijuana and other drugs will disqualify individuals from initial and continued employment.

Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver’s license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.

Nature of Work

Under direct supervision of the department supervisor, this position will work with the boilers and their related systems: feedwater, steam, condensate, turbine generation, combustion controls and related equipment. They will learn to take readings on all of the equipment and will learn what it indicates when a reading is out of range. The individual will learn characteristics of good combustion, effects of air ratios within the boiler, pollution control equipment, and MPCA regulations. The intern will learn how to maintain basic components of a boiler system and their related systems. The individual will learn preventative maintenance procedures. They will assist in the disassembly and rebuild of pumps, trouble shoot control valves and circuits, help trouble shoot hydraulic components, and help repair boiler equipment such as grating, and plenums. Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.

Examples of Work

• Roves and takes readings on boiler equipment.
• Assists in starting and stopping boiler equipment.
• Disassembles and rebuilds pumps.
• Assists in boiler grating removal and cleaning.
• Cleans heat exchanger piping.
• Assists with troubleshooting boiler equipment.
• Assists with motor and motor control replacement.
• Assists Maintenance department with daily tasks.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of power plant theory.
• Knowledge of basic boiler theory.
• Knowledge of basic electricity and electrical theory.
• Skill in the use of computers and technology.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical equipment.
• Ability to assist with projects related to boiler repair, such as heavy lifting, twisting, and turning.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret regulations and policies.
• Ability to think critically and recommend solutions to problems.
• Ability to communicate with diverse groups of people.
  
  

Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands:

Function

24% or Less

25% - 49%

50%-74%

75% or more

Office Environment

X

Sitting

X

Standing, Walking

X

Reaching, Kneeling, Stooping

X

Lift up to 10 pounds

X

Repetitive hand movements

X

Typing/Data Entry

X

Talking, Hearing

X

Close Vision (Near Acuity)

X

Sedentary (exert up to 10 pounds of force)

X

An Equal Opportunity Employer

No benefits for positions less than one year duration and less than .50 full-time equivalency (FTE).

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I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, Certificates and Licenses, and Supplemental Questions sections of my application. This includes a detailed description of all work experience that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking. I also understand that I may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions.

• I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or my receiving a lower examination score which may make me ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process.
  
  

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You must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for the Intern position. Please select the answer that best describes your education and experience.

• Enrolled in a certificate or degree program studying Boiler engineering, Industrial maintenance and mechanics, applied sciences, or a similar field.
• None of the above.
• Required Question