Utility Worker

California Water Service Group; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 33,255 - 61,661; Full time

Job summary

California Water Service Group is seeking a Laborer-Construction in Gig Harbor, WA to repair water mains, perform general grounds cleanup, and assist with maintenance. You will handle digging, installing services, meters, and operate valves, while ensuring safety and proper paperwork.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a WA driver’s license, and ability to work after hours for emergencies; water utility experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Construction or plumbing experience equivalent to a laborer or apprentice desired.
• Water utility experience desired.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• First Aid Card required within one year.
• Able to work after hours for emergency repairs.
• Familiar with hand tools for digging and wrenches for assembling pipe fittings.
• Able to drive and back up large trucks and trailers.
• Able to work in confined spaces.
• Able to lift heavy and awkward rocks, broken asphalt.
• Able to work in harsh weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Installs underground water main line.
• Excavates work area using hand tools.
• Installs water services and meters.
• Cleans and organizes construction vehicles and equipment.
• Flushes services and water mains.
• Performs accuracy test on assigned department equipment.
• Performs relief work under various classifications.
• Operates system valves as required.
• Notifies customers for shut‑downs.
• Completes necessary paperwork.
• Maintains monthly vehicle reports on construction equipment.
• Assists above and below ground construction as required.
• Participates in Continuous Improvement program and projects.
• Performs work on site at assigned location.
• Performs other similar duties as assigned.

Skills

Hand tools

First Aid

Microsoft Office

Able to work after hours

Confined spaces

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Wrenches for pipe fittings

Construction equipment basics

Job description

Laborer-Construction

Responsible for repairing water mains, performing general cleanup of grounds and facilities, assisting with general maintenance, and other job duties as required.

Essential Functions

• Installs underground water main line
• Excavates work area using hand tools
• Installs water services and meters
• Cleans and organizes construction vehicles and heavy equipment
• Flushes services and water mains
• Performs accuracy test on assigned department equipment
• Performs relief work under various classifications
• Operates system valves as required
• Notifies customers for shut‑downs
• Completes necessary paperwork
• Maintains monthly vehicle reports on construction equipment
• Assists above and below ground construction as required
• Participates in and supports the Company’s Continuous Improvement program and projects
• Performs work on site at assigned location
• Performs other similar duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Construction or plumbing experience equivalent to a laborer or apprentice desired
• Water utility experience desired
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
• First Aid Card (required within one year of employment)
• Able to work after hours for emergency repairs
• Familiar with hand tools for digging and wrenches for assembling pipe fittings
• Ability to drive and back up large trucks and trailers
• Able to work in confined spaces
• Able to lift heavy and awkward rocks, broken asphalt
• Able to work in harsh weather conditions

Salary

Salary range: $24.14 - $44.76 per hour (DOE)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 Service and Washington Water Service do 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.