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Chelan County PUD Journeyman Lineman in Wenatchee, Washington

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 Forbes in 2017 and 2019 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 (insert). Incomplete materials will not be considered.

To expedite the application process, combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF 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. Apply online at www.chelanpud.org/careers{rel="nofollow"} 

Interested parties are also invited to contact Human Resources at joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.

CONTRACT RATE
  • $58.74 - per hour (to be determined by award of bid).
  • 1.5% climbing stipend, increasing hourly wage to $59.62
  • Relocation expenses negotiable
COMPANY BENEFITS

In addition to any State mandated benefits, employees also enjoy the following benefits,

Competitive wages

Outstanding benefits which include zero cost employer funded medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits

Leave benefits including paid leave starting at 21 days (3.23 hours/week prorated based on hours paid) per calendar year up to 35 with tenure

Paid Holidays -- up to 11 days per calendar year, paid jury duty.

Employee Assistance Program

State Retirement PERS participation (positions working 70 hours per month for at least 5 months each year)

Optional 457 plan participation with employer matching 401(a) plan

VEBA health reimbursement account

Optional Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Life/Voluntary Life & Long-Term Care plan option

Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disabil

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