Operator-in-Training (Internship)

Wastewater Operator-in-Training: The Paid Internship With Real-World Impact

NapaSan collects, treats, recycles, and disposes wastewater for the Napa community. NapaSan is always looking for individuals who are seeking a career as a wastewater operator and need hours for their state certification. The successful applicant will work alongside trained professionals as they learn treatment processes, instrumentation calibration, equipment operations and other tasks. The Operator-in-Training (OIT) positions are paid internship positions for individuals to gain experience in the industry alongside professional operators.

Applications Due: June 23, 2026 by 4:00pm. NapaSan reserves the right to close this recruitment early. If we receive a sufficient number of qualified applicants, the posting will be closed before the deadline. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly.

Minimum Qualifications: Grade I OIT applicants must submit a copy of their high school diploma or equivalent (GED), along with six educational points. ( A three-unit college semester course in math or science equals eight educational points; ten classroom hours equal one educational point.)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed:

• Ability to apply science and math concepts to real situations

• Willingness to do physical labor with hand and power tools outdoors in all weather

• Ability to work as part of a team

• Desire to learn skills now that can help lead to a future career

• Be safety oriented

Position Details:

• Start date will be in July 2026.
• Compensation is $25/hour. This position does not include benefits.
• Internship is administered through a temporary staffing agency, which serves as the employer of record. NapaSan will oversee day-to-day work and training.