Senior Utility Systems Maintenance Technician

Senior Utility Systems Maintenance Technician

Salary

$46.35 - $50.02 Hourly

Location

SPU Operation Control Center, 2700 Airport Way S., Seattle, WA

Job Type

Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

Job Number

2026-01233

Department

Seattle Public Utilities

Division

Water Line of Business

Opening Date

10/20/2026

Closing Date

11/24/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

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Position Description

An online application including response to the supplemental questionnaire must be fully completed for consideration

If you enjoy working outdoors with an exceptional team of people, and are interested in performing repairs, maintenance, and installation work, then this role is for you! Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking an experienced Senior Utility Systems Maintenance Technician to join the Utility Operations and Maintenance Division. This position is responsible for leading staff who oversee the maintenance, repair and installation of utility mechanical equipment systems including pumping, controlling, and regulating in the pump station/distribution infrastructures. This position will report to the utility systems maintenance supervisor.

About Seattle Public Utilities: 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 1,500 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 Workplace Expectation
• Strategic Business Plan

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. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

Why join us?

We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free Orca Pass
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

Job Responsibilities

• Perform lead and senior level technician work.
• Install, maintain and repair pressure regulator and relief valves.
• Diagnose and repair all solenoid-controlled pump control and ball valves.
• Maintain zone pressures that are assigned to the system infrastructure to protect from over pressurization.
• Respond to system emergencies, troubleshoot valve/pump pressure and flow irregularities.
• Repair faulty meters so data collected accurately reflects systems flows.
• Responsible for managing work orders, tracking labor and equipment hours, and coordinating material procurement using enterprise work management and financial systems.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Qualifications

Experience: Two (2) years' experience working on utility mechanical systems such as pump stations

OR

One (1) year college/trade school training with a concentration in mechanical discipline and two (2) years' experience in water and wastewater or other utility service in the repair of hydraulic and electric pumps, motors or similar devices.

Education and Experience Equivalency: Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification, and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirements.

License, Certification and Other Requirements

• Valid Washington State driver license
• Confined Space, Fall Protection, Traffic Control and Forklift Certifications are required within one (1) year of employment.
• Portable Fire Extinguisher Inspection Certification is required within two (2) years of employment.

Desired Qualifications

• Journey-level experience in any of the following fields: machinist, pump station, maintenance, or regulating valve.
• Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing pressure reducing valves.
• General knowledge of all components of water system pump station.
• Experience in lifting and rigging procedures.
• Experience with industry-standard work management and mobile data collection systems.
• Ability to work within the organizational framework of SPU workplace expectations including our values on safety, respect, diversity, trust, productivity, integrity, innovation and partnership.

Additional Information

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• This position works a 4/10 schedule and the successful candidate will be required to be onsite 4 days a week.
• Requires a willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather and site conditions including rotating machinery, high voltage, high water pressure, traffic hazards, slippery areas, heavy construction equipment operation, confined spaces and toxic gases.
• Willingness to work extended shifts, nights, evenings, weekends, holidays and be on-call 24/7 for emergencies.
• Required to work around rotating machinery, including motors, generators, heavy equipment, and high voltage.

Pre-Employment/Pre-Placement Requirements

• SPU's safety program requires a pre-employment medical assessment as a condition of employment in this position.
• If you are selected to advance in this hiring process, you may be asked to obtain a full driver abstract from the Department of Licensing. Please do not provide until requested.
• This hiring process involves a background check of conviction and arrest records in compliance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

Who may apply: 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. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. 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.

The full salary for this position is $46.35 - $50.02 per hour.

How to Apply:

• A full City of Seattle online application

Application Expectation:

• An online application including response to the supplemental questionnaire must be fully completed for consideration.
• Please DO NOT attach resumes and cover letters, as they will not be considered in the review of candidates qualifications.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Dominic Sumlin at Dominic.Sumlin@seattle.gov

Benefits: 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 Citys website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits

Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at www.seattle.gov/util/ and check us out on social media.

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 Citys website at:

Benefits - Human Resources | seattle.gov

01

Do you have a Washington State Driver License or a Driver License from another jurisdiction (State, Country, Province, etc.)

• Yes
• No

02

Describe your experience leading or supervising staff who oversee the maintenance, repair and installation of utility mechanical equipment systems. If you do not have this experience, please write N/A.

03

Describe your experience maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing pressure reducing valves? If you do not have this experience, please write N/A.

04

Which of the following mechanical equipment do you have experience with? Select all that apply to you.

• Rebuilding of pumps
• Regulating valves
• Turbines experience
• Hydraulic system
• None

Required Question

Employer City of Seattle

Address Seattle Municipal Tower

700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500

Seattle, Washington, 98104

Website http://www.seattle.gov/jobs