Job Description

ob Description Summary
Pay Range: Utilities Maintenance Tech I: $24.74 - $30.79 per hour (AFSCME 2264, B23 Step 1-13)

Pay Range: Utilities Maintenance Tech II: $26.90-$34.11 per hour (AFSCME 2264 Pay Plan, B24 Step 1-13)

Pay Range: Utilities Maintenance Tech III: $29.53-$37.45 per hour (AFSCEME 2264 Pay Plan, B25, Step 1-13)

Hiring Range: Utilities Maintenance Tech I: $24.74 - $25.25 per hour (AFSCME 2264 Pay Plan, B23 Step 1-4 DOQ)

Hiring Range: Utilities Maintenance Tech II: $26.90 - $28.55 per hour (AFSMCE 2264 Pay Plan, B24 Step 1-4 DOQ)

Hiring Range: Utilities Maintenance Tech III: $29.53 - $31.34 per hour (AFSMCE 2264 Pay Plan, B25 Step 1-4 DOQ)

Position Closes: Open Until Filled with weekly reviews starting 10/20/25

There is one Utilities Maintenance Technician I/II/III opening with the Yakima County Utilities Division. This Position is responsible for performing a variety of specialized technical activities related to Safe Drinking Water Act Program to provide safe and reliable water service to customers within each of our systems. Ensures Clean Water Act NPDES waste discharge permit compliance with County's wastewater systems to protect the environment and the public.

Utilities Maintenance Technician I is an Entry-Level position.
Utilities Maintenance Tech II/III are Journey-Level positions.

Benefits included in position:
Health Care Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life and Basic LTD)
Retirement Benefits
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave

Note: This is an AFSCME 2264 Bargaining Position.

Education & Experience

Utilities Maintenance Technician I:

Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in Environmental Science, chemistry, biochemistry, or other related field AND Two (2) years of related experience in water and/or wastewater field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Utilities Maintenance Technician II:

Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in Engineering, Surveying or related field AND Three (3) years of related experience in water and/or wastewater field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Utilities Maintenance Technician III:

Associate degree or two-year technical certificate in Engineering, Surveying or related field AND Four (4) years of related experience in water and/or wastewater field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

(Note: Applicants with equivalent education and or experience must provide a detailed explanation.)

Required:

Utilities Maintenance Technician I/II

1) Either a Water Distribution Manager I or a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I certification within 12 months of employment.

2) Valid WA State Driver's License and proof of insurance, if requested.

3) Current Driving Abstract upon offer of employment.

4) Successful completion of a criminal and general background information investigation and review of driving abstract.

Successful completion of a criminal and general background information investigation and review of driving abstract.

Utilities Maintenance Technician III

1) Either a Water Distribution Manager II AND a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I certification or

Water Distribution Manager I AND Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II), and certificationas a Cross Connection Control Specialist.

2) Valid WA State Driver's License and proof of insurance, if requested.

3) Current Driving Abstract upon offer of employment.

4) Successful completion of a criminal and general background information investigation and review of driving abstract.

Preferred:

Utilities Maintenance Technician II/III

(1) Training as a Water Distribution Specialist and Wastewater Collection Specialist, and (2) Water Distribution Manager II Certification.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.74 - $37.45 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location: In person