$83,468 - $111,704 (Utility 1) and $93,673 - $124,496 (Utility 2) Annually

The Washington Association of Sewer and Water Districts; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Silver Lake Water and Sewer District in Bothell, WA is looking for a Utility Maintenance Worker at Level 1 or Level 2 to perform installation, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer facilities. Responsibilities include meter reading, service connections, and ensuring on-site safety during field operations.

Salary ranges are listed for both levels, with Level 1 at $83,468–$111,704 and Level 2 at $93,673–$124,496 annually.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to obtain Water Distribution Manager 1 or 2 within one year of appointment.
• CK: Level 2 requires CDL Class A with Airbrake and Tanker Endorsement.
• Forklift certification within 12 months for Level 1.

Responsibilities

• Installs, services, and repairs water and sewer facilities and equipment; operates vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Locates and repairs water and sewer services and components.
• Ensures on-site safety compliance during field operations.
• Processes work orders and assists in final project inspections.
• Reads water meters, checks for leaks, and advises customers.
• Performs disconnections, meter locks, and reconnections with staff.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certified

Job description

Please read the job posting below for the preferred way to apply.

Utility Maintenance Worker 1 or 2

Utility Maintenance Worker 1 or 2

Utility Maintenance Worker Level 1 or 2

Annual Salary Ranges: Level 1: $83,468 to $111,704; Level 2: $93,673 to $124,496; Dependent on Experience and Qualifications

This position entails regular and recurring installation, repair, and maintenance work in the District’s water and sewer systems. Specific duties include but are not limited to:

• Installs, services, and repairs all District water and sewer facilities, system components,
  vehicles, and equipment, including operation of vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Taps water and sewer mains for connections; repairs street curbs, streets, and sidewalks impactedby operations.
• Locates, inspects, and performs necessary repairs on new and existing water and sewer servicesand components.
• Ensures on-site safety compliance during field operations.
• Processes work orders; assists in final project inspections.
• Reads water meters; assists staff in meter re-reads; checks for indications of leaks and advisescustomers accordingly.
• Works with other District staff to perform service disconnection, water meter lock outs, and
  reconnections.
• Responds to emergency call outs and after-hours support.

Position: Utility Maintenance Worker 1 or 2

Organization: Silver Lake Water and Sewer District

Location: Bothell, WA
United States

Salary: $83,468 - $111,704 (Utility 1) and $93,673 - $124,496 (Utility 2) Annually

Posting Start Date: 8/14/2026

Date Posted: 8/14/2026

Requirements Qualifications:

• Required: any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the applicant withthe knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job.
• Required: ability to obtain a Water Distribution Manager 1 or 2 within one year of appointment.
• Preferred: between one year (for Level 1) and five years (for Level 2) of experience in the maintenance, repair, and operation of a public utility, or water and sewer district.
• Required: High School Diploma or GED.
• Required: valid Washington state driver’s license; acceptable driving record; and for Level 2, a Commercial Driver’s License (Class “A” with Airbrake and Tanker Endorsement).
• Required: Certified Competent Person; Industrial First Aid Card; CPR/Blood Borne Pathogens;Certified Work Zone Traffic Control (Flagging Card); Forklift Certified (within 12 months for Level 1).

Name: Silver Lake Water and Sewer District