Rancho California Water District invites you to apply for an Intern position! 3 different internships are available in Maintenance and Operations. We are committed to hiring students, currently enrolled in an accredited college, who want to focus in a career with a public utility.

This is a temporary position to work no more than 900 hours per fiscal year, and no more than 29 hours in a seven-day period. Below are types of intern assignments currently available.

Intern assigned to Construction - This position will be assisting construction staff with various projects. The intern will be expected to travel to various locations and provide installation and repair assistance to construction crews.
Intern assigned to Maintenance - This position will be assisting with Operations preventative maintenance within the District. The Intern will assist will work closely within the Maintenance or Wells & Pumps Group.
Intern assigned to Meters - This position will be assisting with meter staff with various projects such as the meter replacement program and service tickets. Meter installation will vary from 3/4" to 2".

How to Apply...

Interested applicants must submit a completed application at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ranchowater. Interested students should apply ASAP as this recruitment can close at any time.

Schedule of Events (dates subject to change)

First look of applications - Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Panel Interview - Monday, October 13, 2025
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Under immediate supervision, to perform a variety of water utility related duties and provide experience within the department. This position is intended to give college students a variety of projects to gain experience to support a career in the water sector.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a temporary entry-level position for a college student intern to work no more than 900 hours per fiscal year, and no more than 29 hours in a seven-day period. Positions assigned to this level may perform updates to the district’s valve mapping program, participate in valve maintenance, and assist in department projects under close supervision.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Support department in special projects as needed.
Assist staff with repairing water mains, water services, hydrants, valves, air-vacs, meters, and related appurtenances.
Update and create new digital map pages using AutoCad or similar.
Verify discrepancies of information in GIS and the field.
Organize all field valve tie map pages.
Understand, update and transfer needed information from record drawings.
Provide “redlines” to Engineering.
Conduct field inspections and assist in capturing asset related data.
Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of

Basic mechanical principles.
Proper work safety standards.
AutoCad software, Excel, Word.
GIS, ArcMap.

Ability to

Operate a variety of hand and power tools.
Operate a two-way radio.
Read, understand, and comply with District safety policies and procedures.
Follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively with other crew members.
Comply with the District’s Safety, Health and Environmental policies.
Present a professional image and communicate effectively with others, including the public.
Operate a motor vehicle.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The essential functions of this position may require the employee to perform the following physical activities:

Operate District vehicle in field installations, Field Services and operations maintenance.
Carry, push, reach and lift equipment and parts weighing up to 60 lbs.
Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and climb during field maintenance and repair work.
Stand and walk for extended periods.
Heavy exertion of energy.
Hearing and vision within normal ranges.
Communicate verbally with District staff in face-to-face, one-to-one settings.
Regularly use a telephone or radio for communication.
Sit for long periods of time in front of a computer screen entering data.

The appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities can be achieved through a variety of combinations of experience and training. A typical example is:

Experience

Basic knowledge and an ability to perform duties as assigned.

Education

Completion of the equivalent to the 12th grade.

Currently enrolled in college courses.

Training

Any combination of formal or informal training and education that provides the ability to read and write at a level required of assigned duties.

License and Certificates

California Class C Driver's License, required.

Grade D1 Water Distribution Certificate, desirable.

Student Intern - Operations and Maintenance

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