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This internship is ideal for college or tech school students interested in water, gas, or electric utilities and looking for real‑world, résumé‑building experience. Watertown Municipal Utilities is hiring Utility Operations Summer Interns for Summer 2026.

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Looking for a paid summer internship with hands‑on experience? Want an entry‑level opportunity that helps you explore a career in public utilities or skilled trades? Watertown Municipal Utilities is hiring Utility Operations Summer Interns for Summer 2026. This internship is ideal for college or tech school students interested in water, gas, or electric utilities and looking for real‑world, résumé‑building experience. What You'll Do<ul><li style="line-height:normal">Assist with daily operations in water, gas, and electric utilities</li><li style="line-height:normal">Gain hands‑on field experience working with equipment and tools</li><li style="line-height:normal">Support maintenance and utility operations</li><li style="line-height:normal">Learn industry safety practices and standards</li><li style="line-height:normal">Work alongside experienced utility professionals</li></ul> Pay$20.00 per hour (First-year students working in their field of study) ScheduleMonday–Friday | 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Full‑time, summer internship position Who Should Apply<ul><li style="line-height:normal">Students planning to attend a tech school or college</li><li style="line-height:normal">Interested in utilities, skilled trades, or field work</li><li style="line-height:normal">Looking for an entry‑level internship or no‑experience‑required role</li><li style="line-height:normal">Motivated and eager to learn</li><li style="line-height:normal">Must be 18 years or older</li></ul>   Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Watertown Municipal Utilities

Utility Operations Summer Intern

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ELM Utility Services, with a team of over 1400 employees nationwide, is offering a great opportunity for a Utility Locate Technicians in the Watertown, South Dakota area. Working independently outdoors with your company-provided vehicle as your mobile office, you will complete a route of locate requests each day.

<h6>ELM Utility Services, with a team of over 1400 employees nationwide, is offering a great opportunity for a Utility Locate Technicians in the Watertown, South Dakota area. ELM Technicians are essential in their communities, ensuring that gas, electric, and communication systems are dependable and well-maintained. They perform high-quality utility marking to avoid damage during excavation of these vital facilities. Our technicians use the advanced LaunchPoint software system, which incorporates the latest technology to create efficiencies. Starting wages for this position will be $20.00-$30.00 depending on experience. </h6><h6> </h6><h6>Our Total Rewards Package Includes:</h6> <h5><ul><li>Company vehicle, fuel card, and cell phone are provided for you to take home each day. This provides you with the convenience of starting your day from home and driving directly to your first job site instead of reporting to the office each day.</li></ul><ul><li>Optional benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, H.S.A., and Teladoc.</li></ul><ul><li>Company Paid Life Insurance</li></ul><ul><li>Paid-Time Off (PTO) for vacation and sick time (Accrues up to 80 hours per full year and increases with years of service.)</li></ul><ul><li>6 Paid Holidays</li></ul><ul><li>401(k) plan</li></ul><ul><li>Boot Reimbursement Program</li></ul><ul><li>Elite Performance incentives</li></ul></h5><h6> </h6><h6>Roles & Responsibilities:</h6><h6> <ul><li>Working independently outdoors with your company-provided vehicle as your mobile office, you will complete a route of locate requests each day</li></ul><ul><li>Accurately, safely, and efficiently locate and mark underground utilities using marking paint, flags, and sometimes whiskers</li></ul><ul><li>Use your mobile work system to receive your daily tasks</li></ul> </h6><h6>Qualifications:</h6><h6> <ul><li>Ability to pass a pre-employment drug, Motor Vehicle Record, and background check. ***Please note: This is a Safety-Sensitive DOT position that must comply with all Federal Department of Transportation regulations. The use of Marijuana remains a drug listed in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act, and the use of marijuana (medical or recreational) is prohibited.</li></ul><ul><li>High School Diploma or GED & at least 18 years of age</li></ul><ul><li>Valid driver’s license</li></ul> </h6><h6>WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</h6>

ELM Utility Services

Utility Locate Technician $20.00-$30.00/hr Watertown, South Dakota

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Responsibilities include providing technical expertise and leadership for the GIS and engineering technicians and utility locating functions; supporting utility system design and modeling; maintaining accurate maps and records; coordinating South Dakota One‑Call activities; overseeing surveying and construction staking; and managing permits, easements, and project coordination activities. Serving the Watertown, South Dakota community for over 65 years, Watertown Municipal Utilities provides electric, water, and natural gas services to more than 10,000 residential and 2,000 commercial customers.

Engineering Technician Superintendent Watertown Municipal Utilities has a full‑time opening for an Engineering Technician Superintendent.This management level position provides technical and supervisory support for the planning, design, mapping, surveying, permitting, and locating of electric, gas, and water utility systems. The Engineering Technician Superintendent works closely with internal departments, contractors, developers, and regulatory agencies to support safe, reliable, and efficient utility operations.Responsibilities include providing technical expertise and leadership for the GIS and engineering technicians and utility locating functions; supporting utility system design and modeling; maintaining accurate maps and records; coordinating South Dakota One‑Call activities; overseeing surveying and construction staking; and managing permits, easements, and project coordination activities.This role is ideal for a hands‑on technical professional who enjoys leadership, problem‑solving, and working across utility disciplines in a collaborative, public‑service environment.Qualifications include:<ul><li style="line-height:normal">High school diploma or GED required</li><li style="line-height:normal">Engineering degree with Professional Engineering (PE) certificate preferred</li><li style="line-height:normal">Experience in utility system design, mapping, surveying, utility locating, and project coordination</li><li style="line-height:normal">Experience with AutoCAD, GIS/mapping systems, and utility modeling software desired</li><li style="line-height:normal">Ability to maintain Operator Qualification (OQ) certification for gas distribution systems</li><li style="line-height:normal">Valid South Dakota driver's license required</li></ul>Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits package, including SDRS pension, health, dental, vision and life insurance, 457 plan, paid sick leave, and vacation.A completed application, resume, and cover letter are required. The full job description and application form are available online at www.watertownmu.com. This position will remain open until filled.Watertown Municipal Utilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ABOUT WATERTOWN MUNICIPAL UTILITIESServing the Watertown, South Dakota community for over 65 years, Watertown Municipal Utilities provides electric, water, and natural gas services to more than 10,000 residential and 2,000 commercial customers. Our mission is to deliver high‑quality, safe, and efficient utility services at the lowest possible cost while promoting conservation and responsible resource management.Watertown Municipal Utilities strives to be an employer of choice by offering a stable work environment, a culture that values teamwork, and a competitive pay and benefits package.A career with Watertown Municipal Utilities offers the opportunity to support essential electric, gas, and water services relied on by our community every day.  Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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