Water Operator II – Treatment & Distribution (On-Call)

NW Natural; Coupeville (WA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness platform access

Vacation days

Paid holidays

Parental leave

401K match

Stock Purchase Program discount

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

NW Natural Water in Coupeville, WA seeks a Water Distribution or Water Treatment Plant Operator II to perform advanced operation, maintenance and repair on water systems and respond to inquiries with technical expertise.

This non-union, full-time role requires WDM2/WTPO2 certifications, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. You’ll work in a team, follow safety rules, and may lead project work on assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three or more years of progressively responsible water utility experience.
• Strong working knowledge of water system operations, troubleshooting, and safety practices.
• Valid driver’s license and required certifications/endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair water mains, hydrants, check valves, and meters.
• Inspect valves, flush lines, and take water samples.
• Locate and mark distribution facilities and leaks.
• Operate service trucks and perform basic vehicle maintenance.
• Follow NW Natural Water Services safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in weekly team meetings and on-call rotation.

Skills

Water utility operations

Troubleshooting

Safety practices

Valid driver's license

Teamwork and communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Water Distribution Manager Level II (WDM2)

Water Treatment Plant Operator Level II (WTPO2)

Tools

Forklift card

First Aid/CPR certification

Washington State Flagger certification

EHS compliance tools

Job description

NW Natural Water in Coupeville, WA seeks a Water Distribution or Water Treatment Plant Operator II to perform advanced operation, maintenance and repair on water systems and respond to inquiries with technical expertise.

This non-union, full-time role requires WDM2/WTPO2 certifications, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. You’ll work in a team, follow safety rules, and may lead project work on assigned tasks.