Water Utility Worker I or II

Water Utility Worker I or II

Valley Water District is looking for a dedicated, hard‑working individual to join our team as a Full‑Time Water Utility Worker I or II. Valley Water offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a great work environment.

Valley Water District (VWD) is a municipal corporation formed pursuant to and regulated by Washington State statutes, specifically Title 57

RCW. Valley Water District strives to provide its customers with clean, safe, reliable water service that meets or exceeds all water quality standards, maintaining policies and practices that benefit the health and welfare of the community. Formed in 1993, the District currently owns and operates 8 non‑contiguous water systems that total approximately 3,200 connections.

Job Title: Water Utility Worker I or II
Responsible To: Operations Manager
Water Utility Worker I starting range: $25–$30/hr, DOE
Water Utility Worker II starting range: $34–$42/hr, DOE
FLSA Classification: Full‑Time, Permanent, Non‑Exempt
Days/

Hours:

Monday – Friday, 7:00 am–3:30 pm
Opening Date: Immediately
Closing Date: Open until filled, Applications and resumes will be reviewed as received.

This full‑time position involves all aspects of water system construction, operation, and maintenance. The candidate should possess basic math skills, a familiarity with computers, ability to use hand & power tools, and sufficient skills and/or education to work safely with mechanical and electrical devices and systems. Ability to operate heavy equipment is a plus. Water and/or sewer experience is preferred but not required.

The position will be required to be in the on‑call rotation (every 4–6 weeks) and must reside within 30 minutes travel to the District office.

Driving is an essential function of this position; a valid Washington State Driver's License and acceptable driving record required. A high school diploma or GED is also required. After a conditional offer of employment, a Criminal History Background Check will be conducted.

• Paid Health Care for full family (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Participation in the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)
• Paid Vacation (2 weeks/year to start) and Sick Leave (8 hours/month)
• Paid Holidays (12 + a Personal Day)
• Health Care Reimbursement Account (VEBA)
• The District has opted out of the federal Social Security program and instead contributes 6.2% into the employee's Deferred Comp.

Please submit current resume and VWD employment application to se Applications will be reviewed as received and the position will remain open until filled. The District will contact applicants that are selected to interview.

Valley Water District is a Drug‑Free, Tobacco‑Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.