Utility Worker
City of Wenatchee
Posted November 16, 2023
Salary & Excellent Benefits
2023 Salary: $5,404.51 – $6,256.39 Monthly
(On January 1, 2024, a COLA will be applied increasing the monthly range to $5,593.67 - $6,475.37)
Job Type: Regular Full-Time (Non-Exempt)
Benefits: The City provides a comprehensive benefits package that is largely employer paid including Medical/Dental/Vision, FSA/HSA, WA State PERS, Life/AD&D and generous paid Vacation, Holiday and Sick Leave Programs. The City also offers optional 457 (up to 2% City match), LTD and Supplemental Life plan participation.
Essential Job Functions
• Responsible for a wide-variety of labor duties in a safe and efficient manner ranging from extended physical exertion to semi-skilled tasks requiring manipulative skills.
• Operates and maintains a variety of equipment and hand and power tools, including but not limited to an eductor truck, pick-up truck, boom truck, dump truck, excavator, grader, backhoe, loader, roto hammer, jack hammer, tapping machine, torque wrench, power cutoff saw, compactor, gas-powered water pump, and air compressor varying in frequency depending upon the season, maintenance program, climatic conditions or the Cities and customers’ needs.
• Adheres to established safety procedures and utilizes safety equipment including gas monitors, tripods, harnesses and blowers for confined space entry.
Qualification Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three (3) years of experience working for a water utility or in the construction field with substantial experience in installation of water sewer, storm and irrigation mains, fire hydrants and service lines.
• Current WA State Class A CDL (tanker endorsement/air brake restrictions removed).
• WA State Department of Health Water Distribution Manager (WDM) – Operator-in-Training (OIT) Certification. Must obtain level 1 WDM Certification within 2 years and level 2 within 3 years of hire.
• Must obtain a WA State Flagging Card within 3-months of hire and maintain throughout employment.
How to Apply
Please visit the City of Wenatchee website to view the employment opportunity, job description and complete an online application: CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Initial Review Date: 5:00 P.M., Wednesday, November 29th, 2023.