Construction Services Technician

Closes: April 20, 2025
Starting Range: $24.31 to $35.56 per hour (Full position breakdown below)
Full Range: $24.31 to $43.45 per hour

Job Description
The Construction Services Technician is responsible for promoting a high level of customer satisfaction through assistance in planning and installation of gas utilities. Working in a team environment you will be responsible for assisting in the design and coordination with the Customer Project Coordinator for the selection of proper materials for new construction, maintenance and replacement of damaged Company facilities. This role works with a variety of internal and external stakeholders on construction related issues. Interacts and is a member of a self-directed, collaborative, and interdependent team.

Principal Accountabilities

• Performs administrative duties as assigned such as processing construction contracts and payments, managing construction email and physical mail, ordering and managing office supplies, duties may vary by office.
• Responsible for updating of new construction and maintenance jobs, installation of meters and closing out of jobs on the various computer systems and updating required departments.
• Responsible for answering construction calls and providing guidance to customers and contractors regarding work timing and any constraints.
• Prepares materials lists and material requisitions for prepared jobs, including assigning the proper account numbers to the various material items. Prepares property removal notices. May use estimating program to determine material lists.
• May secure necessary permits and locates for construction of facilities, traffic and building.
• Prepares job packets for new gas line extensions, and/or rebuilding of existing facilities in accordance with Company construction standards and methods.
• May perform some scheduling for small crews.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School, GED, or equivalent
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year of experience in a natural gas or electric distribution related field.
• Requires demonstrated ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple projects and to work effectively with all parties involved.
• Must possess basic computer skills and ability to learn computer applications.
• Specialized job-related training in gas and electric design, map reading and familiarity with applicable codes, tariffs and requirements preferred.
• Prior applied experience with CC&B, Maximo, GIS.
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures is preferred.

Construction Services Technician II:

• All of the requirements of a Construction Services Technician I plus:
• Three (3) years plus applied and demonstrated consistent performance/experience working with Avista contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Proven track record of contributing as a team member and successfully building relationships both internal and external.
• Display competent knowledge of the Construction Service Technician process and must be able to complete complex work assignments.
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures is preferred.
• Prior applied experience with CC&B, Maximo, GIS.

Other combinations of education/experience may be considered.

Construction Services Technician I  Starting Range: $24.31 - $31.11 per hour; Full Range: $24.31 - $37.92 per hour, Non-Exempt; ML 5
Construction Services Technician II Starting Range: $27.67 - $35.56 per hour; Full Range: $27.67 - $43.45 per hour, Non-Exempt; ML 6

To Apply
We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have step progressions to account for an incoming employee’s various levels of knowledge, skills, and experience.

Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click "Submit".

Benefits
At Avista, we believe our employees are essential. Through them we deliver value to our customers and the communities we serve. The physical, mental, and financial health and well-being of our employees and their families are important to us. We are committed to offering a comprehensive total rewards program comprised of an externally competitive, internally equitable compensation structure and a benefits package that allows us to retain and attract a diverse, engaged, and skilled workforce. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, retirement benefits, incentive plans, wellness resources, time-off programs and much more. In addition to our total rewards program, the Pacific Northwest offers abundant outdoor recreation, four distinct seasons, and all the amenities and activities an individual or family might be interested in. To learn more, please visit our benefits website at https://avistabenefits.com/.

Pre-employment screening requirements
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.    

Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application, interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible, where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at humanresources@avistacorp.com if you would like assistance.

Salary : $24 - $36