Construction Trainee position at NW Natural, with a focus on construction methodology and requirements. The role involves performing advanced construction tasks as a member of a crew or alone, and requires a valid OR/WA driver's license, any required certifications, and a satisfactory driving record. The position 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.
Requirements
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and ability in construction methodology and requirements directly related to this position
- Ability to use associated tools, hand tools, power/pneumatic tools and mechanized equipment
- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in construction
- Basic math and reading skills
- Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer
- Comprehensive knowledge of the Company’s organization, inter-relationships, policies, procedures, processes, and department/work specific requirements
- Ability to interface with employees and customers to answer questions or resolve issues with tact and diplomacy
- Ability to concentrate on tasks, apply procedures in sequence, make decisions with limited information, and work in a structured team environment
- 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
- Ability to lift a maximum of 100 lbs
- Valid OR/WA driver's license, any required certifications and/or endorsements, and satisfactory driving record
Benefits
- Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
- Free access to an online wellness resources platform
- Start with 16 PTO Days (Amount varies based on accrued work hours)
- 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
- 3 weeks paid parental leave
- Competitive 401K company contribution and match
- 15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
- Wellness incentive program
- Discounts on natural gas service, appliances, and wireless services
