Department: Drinking Water Plant
Department Head: Aaron Vis, Director of Public Works
Date Posted: 06/03/2026
Date Closing: 07/03/2026
Wage: $20.00 per hour
An Equal Opportunity Employer
This is an entry-level training position in technical utility work designed for high school graduates and non-traditional students seeking a career in the water sector. Work assignments include rotations of various positions and training with drinking water/wastewater staff to gain basic knowledge and understanding of the regular operations of the utility systems.
Interns work 24 hours a week (Tuesday - Thursday, 7:00am - 3:30pm). Work in this position is performed under close guidance and supervision of a designated supervisor and/or mentor. The intern will be expected to complete courses through Grand Rapids Community College and Bay College to establish core competencies in both water/wastewater systems.
Successful completion of the program will lead toward Michigan Municipal Drinking Water and/or Municipal Wastewater certification.
The hourly rate for this position will be $20.00. The start date is scheduled for 8/25/26 and the position will end after 52 weeks.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performing entry-level work in operations, laboratory, and maintenance in the drinking water and wastewater treatment plants.
Working locations will include Wyoming and Holland.
Essential Qualifications
Enrollment in the Water Career Program through GRCC
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Work includes proximity to environmental hazard associated with electrical, mechanical, and/or power equipment.
Work includes occasional exposure to fumes, odors, dust, dirt, and/or contact with chemicals or toxins.
Employment will be contingent upon favorable results of a background check, pre-employment physical and drug screening (including cannabis).
