Water Pipe Worker Apprentice: Paid OJT + CDL Track

Seattle Public Utilities; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CDL training

Health plans

Career advancement

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Sick leave

Pension contributions

Certification trainings

Job summary

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is recruiting for energetic Water Pipe Worker Apprentices. This two-year paid on-the-job-training program includes unpaid classroom instruction and leads to journey level Water Pipe Workers.

Selected apprentices commit to a start date no sooner than late February 2027 and must meet strict safety and attendance requirements. The program is a registered apprenticeship with the DOL and WA L&I.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent educational credential.
• At least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of hire.
• Current valid driver license with ability to obtain a Commercial Driver License (CDL) before or during employment.

Responsibilities

• Apply basic pipefitting and hydraulic theories and principles.
• Operate hand and power tools such as wrenches, saws, jackhammers, and pumps.
• Follow extensive safety procedures and regulations.
• Drive large CDL vehicles and inspect them for proper operation and maintenance.
• Install and test water mains and maintain the water system.

Education

High school diploma, GED or equivalent educational credential

Job description

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is recruiting for energetic Water Pipe Worker Apprentices. This two-year paid on-the-job-training program includes unpaid classroom instruction and leads to journey level Water Pipe Workers.

Selected apprentices commit to a start date no sooner than late February 2027 and must meet strict safety and attendance requirements. The program is a registered apprenticeship with the DOL and WA L&I.