Water & Sewer Apprentice - Sammamish Plateau Water

1510 228th Ave SE, Sammamish WA

Description

Open until filled, first review of applications 4/15/2021 If you are looking for a new career and want to gain knowledge and experience in the water & sewer industry, we may have an opening for you! We are currently accepting applications for an opening in our Apprenticeship Program. The Apprenticeship Program is a formalized training program where you will get hands on experience in the water and sewer departments by assisting and job shadowing current employees within the department they are working. The Apprentice will learn the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the District’s water and sewer infrastructure while providing safe, efficient, and reliable water and sewer service to the District’s customers. The Water Department is responsible for the District’s Water infrastructure including treatment facilities, wells, boosters, interties, pressure reducing valves, tanks, mains and their appurtenances. The Sewer Department is responsible for the sewer convenience system and facilities, which includes lift stations and grinder pumps and appurtenances. This is a 2 Year - full-time, hourly position working 7:00am–4:30pm, Monday–Friday with every other Friday off. Work is primarily performed outdoors in varying weather conditions. Required Qualifications  High school diploma or GED  Valid Washington State Driver’s License in good standing  Ability to obtain within one year from date of hire: Washington State Flagging Card, and First Aid/CPR certification.  Ability to obtain within two years from date of hire: Water Distribution Specialist/Manager (WDS/M), and Competent Person Desirable Skills and/or Experience • Learn and understand appropriate materials, methods, tools, equipment and practices involved in construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of water systems • Operating heavy machinery, specialize equipment and hand tools • Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, and professionalism when working with the public and District staff • Windows Operating System; Microsoft Office Products District Benefits include: Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability & Life Coverage; 11.5 Holidays, 12 Vacation days, 12 Sick days and Public Employers Retirement Plan. Specific Applying and Interview Instructions: Apply online at Employment-62. You may also submit a completed application, cover letter and resume via email. We will notify applicants invited to participate in the interview via email and all interviews will be conducted virtually. Please visit our website: www.spwater.org for full job description. We are a Drug Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer.