Utility Worker 2Available Title(s):595L-YNCSNPS - Utility Worker 2Business Title:Utility Worker 2Employee Type:ClassifiedTime Type:Full timePosition Term:12 MonthPosition Details:Summary of Duties:The Utility Worker 2 at WSU Prosser IAREC works as part of the facilities crew to perform various manual, skilled and unskilled work on maintenance, repairs, remodeling and construction of buildings, facilities, utility and sewer systems, equipment and grounds. This position works closely with other skilled staff to gain additional experience in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, boiler systems, sewage and grounds relevant to IAREC system operations in order to serve as backup personnel for routine maintenance and monitoring and to coordinate or complete necessary repairs. This position will be required to work independently at times to prepare, complete or clean up projects within the grounds or facilities, with general guidance and instruction and minimal supervision.Required Qualifications:• Physical strength to do required work AND two years of experience as a Utility Worker 1; OR equivalent education/experience.• Ability to read and write; understand and carry out instructions; perform heavy manual labor and work outside in all types of weather.• Must have a valid driver's license; or be able to attain one within two months of employment.Preferred Qualifications:• Experience working at an agricultural research facility.• Basic knowledge or experience with work related to carpentry, plumbing, welding, electrical and other general maintenance and/or repair experience.• General knowledge of boiler maintenance, operation and monitoring.• Forklift certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.Additional Information:Area/College:https://cahnrs.wsu.edu (CAHNRS)Department Name:Prosser-Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center (IAREC)City, State, Zip:Prosser, WADepartment Link:https://iarec.wsu.edu/Monthly Salary:Range 33G, $3,294.00 - $3,796.00 (Steps G - M) | Successful candidates typically begin at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with https://app.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=357-28.WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes: paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for classified staff visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2023-Benefit-Overview-for-Civil-Service.pdf .Find total compensation here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/.Overtime Eligibility:Overtime eligible.FTE:100%This is a Permanent position.Posting Close Date:Applicants must submit their completed application by Monday, January 1, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.Background Check:This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.Application Instructions:Applicants must upload the following required documen