Temp Utility Worker

calwatergroup; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Water Service, part of California Water Service Group, seeks a dedicated Utility Worker for field operations in Puyallup, WA.

The role emphasizes independence, safety, and strong communication as you service meters, maintain hydrants, and support emergency responses. Qualified candidates bring a high school diploma and valid WA driver's license. This is a full-time, on-site position with potential growth within a purpose-driven utility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience as an Operation Maintenance Worker or Utility Worker-Construction preferred.
• Valid Washington driver's license and insurance under our plan required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and operates service truck daily with materials and equipment.
• Communicates with office staff and supervisor via radio/phone; logs daily work reports.
• Operates company vehicle to job sites, ensuring safety for public and team.
• Attends meetings and trainings to maintain certification.
• Assesses water system tasks with Superintendent when appropriate.
• Changes and maintains meters, valve boxes, hydrants; flushes mains.
• Documents work orders and status; collects samples for lab tests.
• Resolves customer service items and urgent requests promptly.
• Performs on-site work at assigned locations and supports other duties.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience as an Operation Maintenance Worker or Utility Worker-Construction

Valid Washington driver's license & insurable under our plan

Job description

Washington Water Service

Job Description:

Job Description Summary
California Water Service Group (Cal Water) invites you to build a meaningful career with the third largest publicly traded water utility in the United States. Guided by our mission to be the leading provider of water and wastewater services, we are dedicated to improving the quality of life for the customers, communities, and employees we serve. Our culture is grounded in core values—integrity, quality, service, value, health and safety, respect and collaboration, and corporate citizenship and is reflected in our recognition as a Top Workplace, a Great Place to Work, and a J.D. Power leader in customer satisfaction for multiple years. Join Cal Water and be part of a purpose driven organization where your work makes a lasting impact.

The Utility Worker is responsible for field operations and maintenance work and performs relief work under various classifications. The position works under direct supervision and requires the Utility Worker to be independent, use good judgment, take initiative, and maintain an effective working relationship with others. This position is located in Puyallup, Washington.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares and operates service truck daily including loading of needed materials and equipment, removing and disposing of debris, cleaning of equipment and truck as needed
• Communicates with office staff and supervisor including radio communications, phone communications, and completion of reports and providing daily logs of services performed
• Operates an assigned company vehicle for travel to work areas, safely navigating and parking vehicle as designated to ensure public and personal safety in all job tasks
• Attend meetings and trainings as requested by Washington Water Service and related to maintenance of certification
• Apply knowledge of structures, main and water system to evaluate and assess response strategies, confirms work task with Superintendent, when appropriate
• Changes, repairs, and cleans meters, boxes, meter box lids, valve casings, and hydrants; flushes and performs maintenance on all necessary functions of mains
• Documents work order status and details
• Excavates, digs, and exposes service/main leaks; isolates damage & repairs or replaces assets
• Collect water samples for laboratory testing and for reporting to interdepartmental and outside regulatory agencies
• Prepares necessary reporting for services completed, as required
• Responds to customer service items and urgent requests calmly and as a priority in job completion, as encountered
• Performs work on site at assigned location
• May perform other duties and jobs as requested to meet business operational needs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or possession of a GED
• Previous experience as an Operation Maintenance Worker or a Utility Worker-Construction
• Valid Washington driver’s license & insurable under our plan

Salary Range: $22.50 - $37.40

Deadline to submit resume is: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. California Water Service, Hawaii Water Service, New Mexico Water Serviceand Washington Water Servicedo not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.