Field Water Ops Technician - Construction & Equipment

NW Natural; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 71,635,000 - 97,396,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation days

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

NW Natural Water is hiring a Water Operations Technician - Construction & Heavy Equipment in Coupeville, WA. The role supports water systems through entry-level operation, maintenance, and repair tasks with training and supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma and related field experience, plus certifications within set timelines. The position offers health insurance, vacation, holidays, retirement matching, and tuition reimbursement. Base hourly range: $25.00–$34.41.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior utility, construction, heavy equipment, excavation, underground infrastructure, or closely related field experience.
• Ability to learn water distribution operations and obtain required certifications within established timelines.
• Valid driver’s license (or obtain within 90 days if out-of-state), required certifications/endorsements, and satisfactory driving record.
• Consent to annual Motor Vehicle Records checks and successful completion of a criminal history check.
• Ability to safely lift at least 50 pounds, and more with assistance.
• Ability to physically accommodate and use respirators and self-contained breathing apparatuses.
• Ability to safely access and exit trenches, manholes, lift stations, water reservoirs, and towers.
• Ability to work a weekend or variable shift and participate in a 24-hour emergency on-call rotation when assigned.

Responsibilities

• Support construction, installation, and repair of water mains, fire hydrants, check valves, and service lines; assist with tapping water mains, excavation, asphalt work, and restoration of excavated areas.
• Inspect, operate, and exercise gate valves to prevent seizures; flush fire hydrants and dead-end water lines to remove sediment; and take water samples for testing.
• Locate, identify, and mark distribution system facilities, including valves, fire hydrants, and blow-offs.
• Locate and identify leaks.
• Install, relocate, and adjust meter boxes and valve cans; install and replace water meters.
• Perform repair and maintenance on water and wastewater facilities, including structures and grounds.
• Operate service trucks and, as trained and authorized, light- and medium-duty equipment used for field construction and maintenance work; inspect assigned vehicles and perform minor maintenance.
• Follow all NW Natural Water Services policies, procedures, and safety regulations, including grooming and uniform requirements.
• Communicate effectively, in writing and verbally, with management and other operators at the technical level required for the position.
• Participate in specialized training for the safe handling of hazardous materials and confined-space entry.
• Participate in weekly team meetings.
• Work effectively as part of a team and independently, with or without direct supervision.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Safety training tools

Job description

NW Natural Water is hiring a Water Operations Technician - Construction & Heavy Equipment in Coupeville, WA. The role supports water systems through entry-level operation, maintenance, and repair tasks with training and supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma and related field experience, plus certifications within set timelines. The position offers health insurance, vacation, holidays, retirement matching, and tuition reimbursement. Base hourly range: $25.00–$34.41.