Utility Maintenance Specialist

2 weeks ago


Mount Vernon, Washington, United States Skagit PUD Full time
Job Overview

At Skagit PUD, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that attracts, retains, and motivates dedicated, hardworking, and innovative individuals who align with our Mission, Vision, and Values. We strive to exceed community expectations not only through essential services but also by contributing to a better living and working environment for everyone.

As an equal opportunity employer, we uphold a commitment to diversity and do not discriminate based on sex, race, creed, color, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran's status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws. Our organization is committed to ensuring a respectful and professional workplace for all employees.

We are currently seeking multiple Maintenance Workers to engage in various physical labor tasks associated with the upkeep and repair of our facilities and related infrastructure.

Work conditions may vary, as tasks are performed in diverse weather conditions and at various times throughout the day or night, although regular schedules are established.

Key Responsibilities

Essential duties include:

  • Conducting routine maintenance on fire hydrants, meters, valves, pump stations, reservoirs, and buildings.
  • Performing inspections and maintenance on valves, hydrants, and meters using maps and drawings.
  • Executing limited pavement restoration and environmental protection tasks at construction sites.

Specialized responsibilities may involve:

  • Installing new services and performing tie-ins.
  • Detecting and repairing leaks, addressing customer inquiries, and conducting meter testing.
  • Handling the installation and repair of customer water services, managing water distribution system repairs, and investigating system risks.

For comprehensive details regarding the position, please refer to the full job description.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

  • High School diploma or GED is required.
  • Legal eligibility to work in the United States is mandatory.
  • A minimum of two (2) years of experience in physical labor, preferably related to underground utility maintenance and repair.

Certifications and Training:

  • Water Distribution Manager 1 (WDM1) certification is preferred, with preference given to qualified candidates.
  • CDL Class A with tanker endorsement is preferred or must be obtained within one (1) year of hire at the applicant's expense.
  • Cross Connection Control Specialist (CCS) certification must be acquired within one year of hire.

Preferred certifications include: Flagger card, Forklift certification, Competent Person/Cave-In Protection training, Confined Space training, Asbestos Cement Pipe Work Practice and Procedure training, and First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

For a complete list of minimum qualifications and required skills, please refer to the full job description.

Physical Requirements

This position necessitates various physical activities, including sitting, standing, walking, balancing, lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching overhead, pushing, pulling, crawling, climbing, twisting, gripping, driving, stooping, crouching, and repetitive motions. The incumbent must be able to hear emergency communications and commands and should be capable of lifting objects exceeding 59 pounds.

Compensation and Benefits

This position is represented by a union and is governed by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement. The full salary range for a Maintenance Worker is $44.31 per hour, with an anticipated hiring range of $40.14 based on experience and qualifications.

Skagit PUD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (at no cost to employees and their dependents), life and disability insurance, pension plans, deferred compensation, generous paid time off, holidays, and more. Benefits are valued at over 50% in additional compensation.

Note: Under the current collective bargaining agreement, all represented employees have $3.25 per hour of their hourly wage allocated to a separate pension fund.

To apply, please complete the online application process. Only online applications will be accepted.



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