Utility Worker - Entry Level

Salary Range: $4,945.00/mo. - $6,676.00/mo.

Starting Salary: $4,945.00/mo. - $5,810.00/mo. (DOQ)

Soos Creek Water and Sewer District, a public agency located in Renton WA, is accepting applications for the position of Utility Worker. Primary duties include assisting in most areas of maintaining, repairing, and inspecting water and/or sewer lines, pump stations, lift stations, and wet wells. Provides assistance in flushing lines and chlorinating water tanks. Assists with meter changes, trims, and insulation of meter boxes. Maintenance of grounds, buildings, and equipment (main office, lift stations and pump stations).

The applicant must be able to operate powered equipment including mowers, weed eaters and other associated equipment used in landscaping and grounds maintenance, and perform manual tasks involving physical strength and endurance. Work is performed outdoors with exposure to extreme weather conditions.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Washington State driver’s license w/a good driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• CDL
• Experience towing a utility trailer
• Certified Flagger

Benefits Include:

• Paid Medical, Vision, and Dental for you and your dependent(s)
• Paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary insurance
• Washington State Retirement Plan (PERS)
• Deferred Compensation Plan 457
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA/VEBA)
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Company cell phone
• Annual performance review
• 11 paid holidays
• 2 paid floating holidays per year (pro-rated based on date of hire)
• 12 days of paid vacation, increases with longevity
• 8 hours per calendar month of sick leave
• Up to 10 days of jury duty pay
• 3 days paid bereavement leave for a death in the immediate family
• Uniform allowance for Field Crew

To view a full job description or to apply, go to https://www.sooscreek.com/about-us/employment-opportunities.Finalists for this position will be required to submit to a criminal background investigation and employment history check.

SCWSD is a Drug Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $4,945.00 - $6,676.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Washington State Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person