Water Distribution Plumber I

Are you interested in a career that protects public health and clean water? If so, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is presently seeking several regular Water Pipe Workers to work in the Water Transmission and Distribution Division of the Water Line of Business. Water Pipe Workers support in the construction, maintenance and operation of the water transmission and water distribution system. These positions will report to Water Pipe Crew Chiefs. The Water Operations and System Maintenance has four different reporting locations spread throughout Seattle and King County. Tolt Facility (13510 Carnation-Duvall Rd, Duvall)

North Operation Center (1318 N 128th St, Seattle)

Operation Control Center (2700 Airport Way S, Seattle)

About Seattle Public Utilities:
SPU is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.6 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), check out the:

SPU Website

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. Hybrid work schedule opportunities

City pension plan with employer/employee contributions

Growth potential and advancement opportunities

Plans and initiates the renewal and installation of industrial and domestic water services including water mains, fire protection services and large meters of customers ensuring federal safe water guidelines are followed.

detects, locates and repairs leaks and breaks in pipelines and water mains; and maintains fire systems and hydrants.

Excavates and backfills streets and sidewalks at the installation site using jackhammers, clay guns, backhoes, and other tools.

Establishes traffic control at work sites in compliance with IAW Municipal Uniform Control Manual and Washington State DOT guidelines for protection of crews and pedestrians and clean up job sites.

Maintains inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies on trucks; inventories, requisitions, and assembles proper materials for specific jobs; and inspects all tools for proper operation and fullness.

Examines the standard job plan print reading to ensure compliance with proper water appurtenance installation requirements.

Operates a variety of equipment including service trucks, dump trucks, hydro-lifts with trailers, truck mounted cranes, backhoes, dozers, graders and tractor mowers, water tapping machines, pipe cutters, valve machines, welding devices and had tools. Inspects service trucks for proper operation and needed maintenance.

Two (2) years of experience in the installation, maintenance and repairs of water mains, water distribution and/or transmission systems and their related facilities, OR two (2) years of pipefitting, plumbing, or boiler making experience.

Completion of the Seattle Public Utilities’ two-year Water Pipe Worker Apprenticeship program, or a closely related apprenticeship program will be evaluated as equivalent to the minimum experience requirement.

Other combinations of appropriate education, training, certification, and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirements.

Water Pipe Worker must obtain within four months of employment a Washington State Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B and maintain their eligibility to hold a commercial driver license and drive a commercial vehicle in Washington State.

Training for the CDL License will be provided on the job for those hired.

Knowledge of water supply and distribution systems.

Five years of experience with maintenance of water lines and related equipment.

Must be willing to work all shifts, including stand-by, weekends, evenings and holidays as required.

Required to work outdoors at times in all types of weather conditions around heavy equipment and high-pressure tools, exposed to City traffic, chemical fumes, contaminated soil and loud noise from equipment, trucks and turbines.

The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

A hands-on working/written test and interview will be administered as part of this hiring process.

The full salary range for this position is $43.28 - $48.62 per hour.

Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at our web page:

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:

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