Open: January 26, 2026
Closes: Open until filled, next review of applications June 3, 2026
Status: full-time, non-represented, exempt
Salary: $10,652 - $13,086/mo (Table 0, Range 25 - 2026 rates)
GENERAL FUNCTION:
Directs, plans, organizes and designs the work of the engineering activities of the City Light
Department in the construction, operation and maintenance of the electric transmission,
distribution, and substation systems. Supervise engineering, substation, meter shop personnel, and consultants involved in the system planning, design, construction, substation operations, and metering for the Department.
This classification description reflects the general concept and intent of the classification and
should not be construed as a detailed statement of all the work requirements that may be
inherent in a position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or closely-related field of study. Extensive
experience in planning, design, specification preparation, maintenance, project cost estimating and scheduling (typically achieved after 10 years’ practice as a degreed engineer). Must be a registered Professional Engineer (must hold a Washington State license or be seeking registration in Washington State). Must have a valid Washington State driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
BENEFITS:
• Vacation and Sick leave accruals, 12 paid Holidays which includes one (1) floating holiday
• Up to two (2) weeks executive leave annually
• Medical, dental and vision insurance options
• City paid $105,000 life insurance
• Long-term disability plan
• Washington State Retirement Systems (PERS)
• Participation in VEBA (Health Reimbursement Account)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Choice of two (2) Employee contributed Deferred Compensation Plans
APPLICATION PROCESS:
To apply please submit a City of Centralia employment application which can be found at:
https://www.cityofcentralia.com/Jobs.aspx along with a cover letter and resume to: Human
Resources Office, PO Box 609 /118 W Maple, Centralia, WA 98531 or e-mail. Open until filled, next review of applications will be on June 3, 2026. EOE
NOTE: Resumes may be submitted, but will NOT be accepted in lieu of the City’s application
form.