LIVE, WORK AND PLAY!
Chelan County PUD is located in the geographical center of Washington State at the confluence of the Columbia and Wenatchee rivers. A public power leader, the complex and progressive nature of PUD operations offer a unique mix of challenges and opportunities.
We rely on the mighty Columbia River for much of our hydropower generation and we're proud to take a leadership role in environmental stewardship as related to this great river system. Each year we dedicate millions of dollars and thousands of work hours to protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plant ecosystems. As part of hydropower operations, we've also built 14 parks that serve more than 3 million visitors each year.
Rated by Sunset Magazine as one of the top 20 Western DREAM TOWNS and by Forbes in 2017 as one of the top 25 places to retire, Wenatchee is a recreational paradise with an abundance of adventure. The natural scenic beauty of the Wenatchee Valley provides a vivid backdrop to its thriving economy, where the quality of life is high and the climate is moderate with four distinct seasons, including more than 200 days of sunshine!
We are a small town to some and big city to others. We invest in our children and believe that education is the key to our future success.
We live a life of abundant choices and enjoy water sports on the Wenatchee and Columbia rivers, hiking, biking, rock climbing and unlimited golfing. Downhill and cross-country skiing are just minutes away. The area is also known for producing quality wines.
Consider Chelan PUD as a career choice today! The community is waiting for you.
Chelan PUD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce. M/F/Vet/Disabled
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Applicants are required to submit a combined cover letter and resume in one document. Your cover letter must summarize your interest in the position and three specific demonstrable qualities you would bring to the position. Incomplete materials will not be considered.
To expedite the application process, combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF or WORD document before applying and upload electronically when requested in the online application process.
This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review date for application materials is scheduled for December 7, 2020.
Interested parties are also invited to contact Ruth Erwert, Recruiting Manager, at joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.
SALARY RANGE
The position will be filled at varying levels. In addition to a competitive salary range (based on qualifications, skills and abilities), Chelan PUD employees also enjoy outstanding benefits which include the option of a zero cost medical plan (medical, dental and vision for all eligible dependents), short and long-term disability, Washington State Public Employee's Retirement System, Deferred Compensation (with company matching funds up to 5%), 11 holidays and initial personal leave accrual at 21 days per year.
Level I: $84,880 - $106,100; Level II: $91,360 - $114,200
Introductory Period: New employees holding regular positions must complete an introductory period of twelve months.
JOB POSTING
JOB PURPOSE:
The position will be filled at level I or II based on incumbent's knowledge, skills and abilities. The incumbent will manage the full lifecycle of a work order from service, outage, preventive or corrective maintenance requests. This includes developing work procedures for skilled trades crews relying on existing or similar processes; develop resource (labor, materials, tools and vehicle) estimates and secure resources; maintain or adjust basic schedules and develop project work breakdown structures for small projects; participate in workforce coordination, scheduling, and preventive maintenance plan activities; acquire and maintain asset information in data systems and run reports, identify variances and present information to management.
JOB FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the job satisfactorily. Essential functions are those activities that, if not performed, would significantly and fundamentally alter the position.
# EF Job Functions
1. EF Generate, develop, monitor, report, adjust status and close out work orders related to service, outage, preventive or corrective maintenance requests. Utilize standards to develop safe, compliant, and efficient work procedures and work packages for crews. Develop resource estimates. Secure necessary resources (tools, equipment, and personnel). Develop work packets and/or procedures for work relying on existing or similar processes, procedures, or historical data. Validate and verify work packet or job plans with crafts.
2. EF Monitor and validate the accuracy of the Dynamic Workplan (DWP) utilizing standardized and ad-hoc reports. Identify resources, conflicts, and recommend solutions.
3. EF Acquire (CMMS) asset information and enter and maintain data such as serial numbers, specifications, maintenance history, operating status (surplus, spare parts), naming conventions, location hierarchy, and asset location. Level II incumbents maintain and monitor the CMMS asset class and subclass records nad attributes. Develops asset specifications and trains users in the use of CMMS.
4. EF Run routine work order reports and provide/present data. Participate in workforce coordination/scheduling meetings.
5. EF Identify significant variances in work order actuals compared to planned.
6. EF Schedule and sequence project work. Adjust dates for the best placement of routine work within a project. Develop project work breakdown structure (WBS) for small projects made up of one to a few assets.
7. EF Participate in the maintenance of the preventive maintenance program. Verify the information is complete, accurate and effectively documented. Update as needed.
8. EF Develop the ability to navigate the outage management system. Level II incumbents prepare critical path charts utilizing different applications. Uses outage management system to coordinate outage with maintenance plan. Facilitate pre/post outage coordination meetings.
9. EF Level II incumbents act as duty supervisor for 24x7 asset operations on a rotating basis.
10.. EF Ongoing Drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.
11. EF Ongoing Maintain regular and predictable attendance. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
QUALIFICATIONS: The qualifications listed below are representative of those required, but reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Post-Secondary Education:
Requires completion of a JATC or NJATC wireman or mechanic apprenticeship or a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, or related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
Typically requires a minimum of two (2) years’ utility work experience, such as a state certified electrician, power generation electrician or mechanic, millwright or experience in a similar journey or career level occupation providing comparable knowledge of plant systems and equipment. Candidates without utility work experience require a minimum of five (5) years experience developing complete and accurate work procedures with an emphasis on worker safety. Utility experience preferred for level II incumbents.
Specific KSA's: A fully skilled incumbent will have the following specific knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Knowledge:
• Asset (hydroelectric generation, transmission, or distribution) operations and maintenance standards
• General knowledge of asset system safety standards and regulations
• Basic asset management principles
Skills:
• Organizational skills
• Time management
• Interpersonal communication
• Critical thinking
• Technical writing
• Cost estimation
• Attention to detail
Abilities:
• Translate a variety of technical documents and information resources into maintenance procedure and work packets
• Work Prioritization
• Identify critical path
Language Skills:
Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
Computers & Equipment: A fully skilled incumbent will have the ability to utilize the following software, hardware, or equipment:
To perform this job successfully, an individual is required to have basic or intermediate knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials; PeopleSoft Timekeeping/HR; Microsoft Outlook; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Word and Maximo Asset Management.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; perform repetitive hand or arm motion and talk, hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl or twist torso. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); work near moving mechanical parts; work in confined spaces; outdoor weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level is usually moderate.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
A valid driver's license is required for this position (verified upon hire). A valid Washington State driver's license is required within 30 days of employment.
BACKGROUND SCREENING
Pursuant to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards, Chelan County Public Utility District #1 conducts background screening of personnel who have access to the District's critical physical and/or cyber assets. Pursuant to the Cardholder Information Security Program (CISP) of 2001, Chelan County Public Utility District #1 is mandated to conduct background screening of personnel granted rights to access credit card holder information.
DISCLAIMER
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
EEO
Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled). We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.
EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers page in English and Spanish.
Chelan PUD will not be offering any work visa sponsorship for this role.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)