Field Operations Maintenance Person

Thank you for your interest in employment with Lakehaven Water and Sewer District. OUR EMPLOYMENT PAGE HAS CHANGED. Search for a position under "Open Positions" below. Once you choose a position, you will be able to view that Notice of Employment. Job descriptions and benefit summaries remain available below. Position: Field Operations Maintenance Person Location: Federal Way, WA Job Id: 117-267 # of Openings: 1 POSITION TITLE: Field Operations Maintenance Person UNION: International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) RESPONSIBLE TO: Field Operations Supervisor or designee POSTING DATES: Open until filled - First Review of Applications November 20, 2026 Lakehaven Water and Sewer District has an immediate opening for one Maintenance Person in our Field Operations Department from ranges I, II, or III. Applicants should apply for the position level meeting their qualifications. Position Range Pay Level 2026 Hourly Pay Range Field Ops Maintenance Person I 7 $34.87 - $51.08 Field Ops Maintenance Person II 8 $36.61 - $53.61 Field Ops Maintenance Person II 9 $38.49- $56.29 Field Ops Maintenance Person III 10 $40.35- $59.09 A Lakehaven Field Operations Maintenance Perso n has the opportunity to work in multiple settings, serving both the Water and Wastewater sides of our operation. A Field Operations Maintenance Person performs field data collection, maintenance tasks, and construction work throughout the water and wastewater facilities of the District. Routine duties include meter installation, meter reading, building maintenance, operating and maintaining valves/pumps in sewer pumping stations, sewer pipe cleaning, installation and repair of water/sewer lines and hydrants using backhoes and hydro excavators, flagging, and erosion control work. As a Lakehaven employee, you will be part of a team that has been recognized by the National Association of Clean Water Agencies for its environmental stewardship and has been a long-standing member of the American Water Works Association. Lakehaven has a service area population of over 135,000 people living across a 35 square mile area in south King County, makings us one of the largest special-purpose water and sewer districts in the state. Our employees work hard to produce and treat high-quality drinking water and to ensure treated wastewater adheres to EPA standards which safeguards the local ecological system of Puget Sound. If you want to work for an award-winning, innovative utility with competitive pay rates, career advancement and training opportunities, this is the right opportunity for you. Position placement and pay is dependent upon experience and qualifications. The successful candidate should have some combination of the following: High school diploma or GED supplemented by one (1) year of experience in a similar work situation or any combination of relevant education and experience demonstrating competency. Basic mechanical ability. Knowledge, and skill in using hand tools, power tools, instruments, equipment, radios, and materials used in waterworks. Basic knowledge and ability to operate heavy equipment. Ability to perform manual labor and withstand exposure to variable weather conditions, loud noise, hazardous chemicals and odors, and enter confined spaces. A Washington State “Wastewater Collection Specialist I (WWC I)” certification is highly desired but not required. Commercial Driver’s License desired but not required at time of hire. Benefits State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems PERS Plans State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Deferred Compensation program. State of Washington Health Care Authority’s Medical, Dental, Vision benefit programs, life insurance and long-term disability insurance. HRA VEBA Account Paid Time Off (Paid time off – 10.67 hrs. per month and WA Paid Sick Leave – 5.33 hours each month) Holiday Pay (12 paid holidays) Please visit: Lakehaven Water and Sewer District Benefits Summary Lakehaven Water and Sewer District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Application packets are reviewed after the application first review date. Individuals selected for an interview will be contacted by phone or email with further information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lakehaven Utility District