Field Inspector and Support Specialist (FISS) - Birch Bay Water & Sewer District

Company: The Washington Association of Sewer and Water Dist
Location: Bellingham
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

Representing the state's clean water specialists Search form Search Field Inspector and Support Specialist (FISS) - Birch Bay Water & Sewer District Job Status: - Open - open and accepting applications Birch Bay Water and Sewer District
Located in the scenic Birch Bay area, approximately 9 miles south of Canada and 20 miles north of Bellingham, WA. Our mission is to provide Birch Bay residents and visitors with safe and reliable drinking water and wastewater services while preserving and protecting the natural beauty that surrounds us. Open Position: Field Inspector and Support Specialist (FISS) Closing Date: - Open until filled, first review of applications 1/21/2022 Job Status: Full-time Pay range: $32.22 - $38.50 per hour DOE

• District paid healthcare plans with a defined medical allowance, above the base salary, of $2,222 per month. A variety of plans to choose from and coverage begins at start of employment. The unused amount of the allowance will be rolled into a HRA VEBA account to cover other medical expenses, such as deductibles, over the counter medications, etc. Employees may opt out of District healthcare options and receive the medical allowance in the HRA VEBA account.
• 12 Paid holiday and sick days per year
• Two weeks of vacation and it increases with longevity
• State of Washington Public Employee Retirement system
• Employee Assistance Program for the household
• Voluntary insurance: Aflac and Metlife Insurance
• An organization that is small enough to be personable, flexible and family-oriented, yet large enough to provide work variety, job satisfaction & security, and opportunities for training and growth Qualifications: Requires high school diploma or equivalent. Two years' practical experience or one year of practical experience with a minimum of one or more years of formal education in water/sewer line installation, inspection and maintenance, drafting and blueprint reading. Valid Washington State Driver's License with a good driving record. Computer proficiency with general operations, navigation, email, Office and drawing programs. Ability to perform physically-demanding manual labor, work in confined areas and trenches in extreme weather, and lift 50 lbs. General Function for FISS: This position inspects and approves water and sewer installations to ensure compliance with District construction standards, administers and monitors the District's cross connection prevention program, responds to customer service requests, and provides support for water and sewer departments as necessary. - This position will coordinate with Whatcom County for projects within the public right-of-way. Provide locates and coordinate with One-Call System to prevent damage to District facilities. Provide general support, including physical labor and on-call assistance to water and sewer department field crews. Work with computer software systems, including MS Office (or similar) software, billing, GIS, and drawing-related software (i.e. CAD, paint, MS Draw). To Apply: Send completed application to: Sandi McMillan, - Finance Director
  Birch Bay Water and Sewer District
  7096 Point Whitehorn Road
  Birch Bay, WA 98230
  sandi@bbwsd.com BBWSD is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer

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