Field Technician I (Temporary)

Thurston PUD

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Pay Range: $5,544.53 - $7,083.33 per month ($31.99 - $40.87 per hour) DOQ

Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary, FLSA Non-Exempt, Overtime Eligible

Department: Field Operations

Location: Thurston County – Olympia, WA

Closing: Open Until Filled

 

Definition

Under the supervision of the Director of Field Operations, the Field Technician is responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair of drinking water infrastructure at PUD-owned and operated water systems. The Field Technician performs a broad range of manual and technical labor to provide safe drinking water that meets state and federal regulations.

 

For a list of essential duties, qualifications, and more information on this position, please visit our website at www.thurstonpud.org.

 

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency (GED).

• Valid Washington State Driver’s License with a driving record acceptable to the PUD’s insurance carrier.

• Water Distribution Manager I certification or ability to acquire one within one year of employment.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) to two (2) years of experience working with multi-water distribution and drinking water treatment systems.

• Prior experience in construction, plumbing, or water utility service industry

• First Aid/CPR/AED certification

 

Apply

To apply, send your resume and a cover letter that highlights your qualifications to Thurston PUD using one of the methods below.

 

Email:                           HR@thurstonpud.org

Fax                               (360) 357-1172

Mail or In Person:        Thurston PUD

                                     Attn: Human Resources

                                     1230 Ruddell Rd SE

                                     Lacey, WA 98503

 

Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact our Human Resources Team at HR@thurstonpud.org or call us at (360) 357-8783.

 

During the recruitment process, background checks (e.g., criminal history records, employment reference checks, driving record checks, etc.) will be conducted on the top candidates. The PUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains policies for a drug-free and smoke-free work environment.

 

About Thurston PUD

Established in 1938, Thurston PUD is a special-purpose municipal agency located in Lacey, WA. The PUD currently owns and operates 271 water systems, serving a population of approximately 25,000 people, including families, businesses, schools, and parks. Thurston PUD provides water planning and utility services to the citizens of Thurston County and operates water systems in Pierce, Lewis, King, and Grays Harbor counties. The PUD is governed by three Commissioners who are elected by the voters of Thurston County to serve for six years.

 

The PUD offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time, permanent positions that includes:

• Group healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision) with low employee premiums,

• Group term life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage at no cost to PUD employees,

• Participation in the State of Washington retirement plan,

• Voluntary participation in the State of Washington Deferred Compensation Program,

• Ten paid holidays and two personal holidays each year, in addition to sick and vacation leave benefits,

• PUD-paid training and certifications, and

• Clothing allowance for administrative staff. For Field Operations staff, the PUD provides safety clothing, work boots, and other equipment.

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