Construction Trainee Jobs

Union Position; Up to 12 positions
Construction Training; Various Portland Locations , Oregon (US-OR)
Regular FT
Posting # 4390
NOTE:
The scheduled start date for this position is July 2023. The Role:
Our Natural Gas construction crews keep the Pacific Northwest up and running! Crew members are responsible for more than just our meters and pipes—they are problem solvers, fixer-uppers, and field experts. Do you enjoy working with your hands and getting the satisfaction from starting and completing a project from scratch? If so, please consider apply for our team!
NW Natural offers all new construction trainees an intensive year-long training program after hire; as a trainee, you are responsible for bringing the enthusiasm and drive to learn. Our construction family of jobs also offers opportunities within the company to progress in the ranks, so qualified trainees are always in demand! Day to Day:
Performs construction and related activities on mains, services, and related equipment.
Performs mechanical connections, pipe fusing, and pipe joining work.
Plugs, taps, tests, and purges mains or service.
Builds and replaces meter sets, regulators, and house-lines.
Reads meters.
Pre-inspects job sites and inspects customer-provided excavations.
Coordinates jobs including attendance at pre-construction meetings and serving as liaison with internal and external stakeholders regarding permits, installation dates, saw cuts, etc.
Appropriately wears required protective equipment and safety gear.
Operates Company vehicles in compliance with state/local laws and Company policies and procedures.
Maintains punctual, regular, and reliable attendance. Come on your first day with:
Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and ability in field construction requirements related to this position.
Ability to use associated tools and mechanized equipment such as backhoe, mini-excavator, bore machine, dump trucks, and jack hammer.
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in pipeline or other utility construction.
Demonstrated skills/knowledge with proper digging techniques.
Basic math and reading skills.
Ability to interface with employees and customers to answer questions or resolve issues with tact and diplomacy.
Manual dexterity adequate to effectively use basic tools including hand tools, power/pneumatic tools, etc.
Ability to perform physically demanding work involving walking, standing, bending, twisting, wrist turning, grasping, lifting, squatting, kneeling, reaching, or assuming awkward postures for 8+ hours.
Ability to hear normal voice at 3 feet; warning signals/horns during field operations.
Near/distant vision for driving and reading information to complete work assignments.
Moderate/severe exposure to uneven surfaces, noise, vibration, high-speed rotating machinery, and odorant inhalation.
Must be able to lift a maximum of 100 lbs.
Must be able to transport and load/unload equipment and materials at worksites in compliance with state/local and Company regulations.
Ability to work in adverse weather or terrain conditions.
Ability to safely operate Company vehicles/equipment and perform inspections and minor maintenance as necessary and in compliance with Company policies and state/local laws.
Valid OR/WA driver’s license, any required certifications and/or endorsements, and satisfactory driving record. Must hold, or be able to obtain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A. Must obtain a valid Oregon/Washington driver's license within 90 days if current valid license is from another state. Driving record will be pulled at time of offer to ensure it meets our strict driving standards.
Must successfully meet requirements for respirator use.
Must be able to work overtime and travel outside the assigned location for extended overnight stays.
Qualified bidders must be able to respond to their assigned Resource Center within 40 minutes.
Subject to random drug testing. Training and Wage:
C1 June 2023 Wages Time in Training Program Hourly Rate at Hire - In Training 1 31.09 0 months In Training 2 33.03 6 months In Training 3 34.98 12 months Entry 37.32 24 months Experienced 38.88 36 months
All new hires will start at the Hourly Rate at Hire - In Training 1 rate. This role has a formal training program and time starts on the date of hire for external hires and rehires, or the first day of training for internal hires. The pay steps are outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and are tied to timeframes, not to the completion of training phases or qualifying periods.
Employees may progress from Entry to Experienced Rate after successfully meeting all the conditions described in the CBA and after receiving satisfactory performance evaluations.
In the instance where there are inconsistencies with the language provided here and the CBA, the CBA language will prevail.
What we offer:
Work Life Balance -
10 paid holiday and 3 floating holidays.
3 weeks paid parental leave
Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network
Numerous volunteer and community engagement opportunities
Start with 16 PTO Days
Financial -
Generous 401K company contribution and match.
15% Discount on ESPP
Wellness incentive program
Discounts -
20% off natural gas service
Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
TRI Met Pass for all HQ employees
Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless
Hourly Rate: $31.09
https://www.nwnatural.com/about-us/the-company/careers
Deadline: 05/09/2023
Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. Pre-employment drug tests are part of the hiring process and apply to all positions..
NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at [email protected] or (971) 979-6341.
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