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Engineering Technician II or III - Inspector
Skagit PUD is seeking an Engineering Technician II or III - Inspector. This position is responsible for the inspection of developer and contractor-installed projects to ensure that the work and materials meet PUD requirements and provide other engineering technician-level support to the development team. The Inspector is the PUD's agent for these projects.
Position: Engineering Technician II or III - Inspector
Organization: Skagit Public Utility District
Location: Mount Vernon,  WA 
United States
Salary: 39.00-48.11 per hour Pay and level placement will depend on experience
Posting Start Date: 2/20/2025
Date Posted: 2/20/2025
Requirements Essential Duties
Developer Project Inspection: Provide on?site inspection of developer?installed water system construction projects; review project design plans; propose and coordinate resolution of conflicts identified in the field; report and document work that does not conform to PUD standards.

This position is the primary field contact between Developers and the PUD. Clear, concise, and accurate communication is essential.

We are looking for an Engineering Technician II or III for this position – level placement will depend on experience and qualifications.

See the Job Description for full position details and a complete list of minimum qualifications and required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Qualifications and Requirements
  • Knowledge of basic principles and methods of engineering design and construction applicable to a large, complex water utility.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
  • Knowledge of fluid flow theory and basic engineering design concepts.
  • Knowledge of basic principles of cross-connection control
  • Ability to read, understand and interpret engineering plans, drawings, specifications, maps, and other technical material applicable to the work.
  • Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously in a busy environment.
  • Ability to perform construction inspection in the field.
  • Prepare and present clear and concise oral and written reports.
  • Competent in managing stressful or sensitive negotiations with tact and diplomacy.
  • Ability to use the PUD’s work management software.
  • Five (5) years’ experience in public works construction, or construction inspection. Preferably in a water utility environment
  • Engineering Technician III must have at least three (3) years of experience as a public works inspector for equivalent projects.
  • Cross Connection Specialist (CCS) and Water Distribution Manager 1 certifications within one year of hire.
  • Engineering Tech II – Water Distribution Manager 1 certification within one year of hire or from date of eligibility
  • Engineering Tech III – Water Distribution Manager 2 certification within one year or hire or from date of eligibility
Status: This listing expires on: 4/6/2025
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Organization Information
Name:
Skagit Public Utility District
Address:
1415 Freeway Drive

Mount Vernon,  WA 98273
United States
Email:
pud@skagitpud.org
Phone:
Fax:
Contact:
Krista Lewis