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Snohomish PUD

Sr Mgr Subst Mtrg & Telcom Svc

Everett, WA

$231K - $289K/yr

The Snohomish County PUD also provides an employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, short-term disability, paid time off benefits starting at 20 days a year, plus 5 days of extended sick ...

Grant PUD

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Ephrata, WA

$97K - $161K/yr

Grant PUD -- Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org) Grant County PUD will be administering a background check as part of the hiring process, if selected for this position. Position Summary Under ...

Grant PUD

System Operations Strategist

Ephrata, WA · On-site

$130K/yr

Grant PUD - Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org) Grant County PUD will be administering a background check as part of the hiring process, if selected for this position. Position Summary The purpose ...

Grant PUD

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Ephrata, WA · On-site

$97K - $161K/yr

Grant PUD - Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org) Grant County PUD will be administering a background check as part of the hiring process, if selected for this position. Position Summary Under ...

Grant PUD

System Operations Strategist

Ephrata, WA

$130K - $228K/yr

Grant PUD -- Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org) Grant County PUD will be administering a background check as part of the hiring process, if selected for this position. Position Summary The ...

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How much do county pud jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for county pud in the United States is $21.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a County Public Defender, and why are they important?

To thrive as a County Public Defender, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, state bar licensure, and strong legal research and trial advocacy skills. Proficiency with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, as well as familiarity with case management software, is also important. Excellent communication, negotiation, and empathy are critical soft skills for building trust with clients and advocating effectively in court. These skills and qualities ensure effective representation of clients, uphold the justice system, and manage high caseloads efficiently.

What are some common challenges faced by County Public Defenders, and how can new hires best prepare for them?

County Public Defenders often manage a high caseload with limited resources, which can be challenging for those new to the role. Balancing multiple clients, meeting court deadlines, and advocating effectively despite constraints are typical daily hurdles. New hires can prepare by developing strong organizational skills, seeking mentorship from experienced colleagues, and staying current on local laws and procedures. Building resilience and maintaining open communication with the defense team can also help manage stress and deliver the best client outcomes.

What are County PUDs?

County PUDs, or Public Utility Districts, are publicly owned utilities that provide services such as electricity, water, and sometimes telecommunications to residents within a specific county. They are governed by elected boards and aim to offer reliable utility services at competitive rates. County PUDs are typically non-profit entities, and their operations are funded by customer payments rather than shareholder profits. Their focus is often on transparency, local control, and community service, prioritizing the needs of the population they serve.

What is the difference between County Pud vs County Plumber?

AspectCounty PudCounty Plumber
Required CredentialsCertification in pest control, licensing varies by regionTrade license, plumbing certification, possibly apprenticeships
Work EnvironmentResidential, commercial, outdoor pest controlResidential and commercial plumbing installations and repairs
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by pest control companies, property managementUsed by plumbing contractors, construction firms

County Pud and County Plumber are distinct roles within their industries. County Pud focuses on pest control services, requiring specific certifications and working mainly outdoors or in buildings to eliminate pests. County Plumber specializes in plumbing systems, requiring trade licenses and working on water supply and drainage. While both serve property needs, their skills, certifications, and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various County Pud job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, and 67% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $43,948 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Electrical Engineer III-V, Power Production

Grant PUD

Beverly, WA • On-site

$130K - $228K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Closing Date to Apply: Open Until Filled
Salary:
Engineer III: $104,822 - $177,107
Midpoint: $140,964
Engineer IV: $112,585 - $192,317
Midpoint: $152,452
Engineer V: $130,666 - $228,062
Midpoint: $$179,364
Grant PUD posts the full salary range for each position. The midpoint is provided as a reference point and is not a guaranteed starting pay. Starting pay is based on job-related factors such as qualifications, experience, skills, internal alignment, and organizational needs. Most new hires are typically placed between the minimum and midpoint of the range.
Benefits: This link below will provide you with Grant PUD's benefit that may be available if hired, different employee types are eligible for different benefits.
Grant PUD - Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org)
Grant County PUD will administer a background check as part of the hiring process, if selected for this position.
First review of applications will occur on May 20th, 2026; however, applications received after this date may be considered if needed. Applicants meeting minimum qualifications may undergo further evaluation based on preferred qualifications and other job-related criteria. Only the most qualified candidates will be referred for further consideration
Position Summary
Be part of an Electrical Engineering team responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining electrical equipment within Grant County PUD's Priest Rapids and Wanapum Hydro Power Generation Facilities. This position is responsible to provide knowledge and expertise in their discipline related to Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Dams, 230kV Switchyard and other Supporting Facilities within Grant County PUD's Power Production Department.
Essential Functions
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.
Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Engineer III:
  • Develop and implement low/medium impact Electrical Projects throughout the Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Power Generation Facilities, as well as the Power Production's 230kV Switchyard and Supporting facilities.
  • Knowledgeable about equipment that ranges from, but is not limited to, High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems, PLC/VFD and Control Systems, Exciters, Governors, Generator Systems, Transformers (Distribution and GSU) , SCADA Systems, Protective Relay Equipment, High/Medium/Low Voltage Circuit Breakers, Battery Systems, Bridge Cranes, Motor Control Centers, etc as well as other supporting equipment that is required for the safe and reliable operation of the Generators and supporting equipment.
  • Research, Design and Support the implementation of New and Upgraded equipment throughout the Hydro Generation Facilities within their field of expertise, with moderate guidance from supervisor and peers.
  • Project Management Support that include budget forecasts, scheduling, coordination, construction/commissioning for medium-sized projects.
  • Provide technical knowledge to assist other Engineers, Electricians, Operators or other departments throughout Power Production in regard to troubleshooting, equipment outages, breakdowns or during detailed design of equipment based on knowledge and experience.
  • This position will have a basic understanding in skills related to best industry practice, Utility Standards, Codes or other Legal Standards that will be used to support electrical engineering projects and that are required for the safe and reliable operation of the equipment.
  • Research and have an understanding related to impacts to FERC, NERC and CIP compliance standards.
  • A fully skilled candidate for the Engineer III will have some of the following knowledge, skills & abilities:
    • Knowledge related to Generators, Exciters, Governors and Supporting equipment.
    • Familiar with High/Medium Voltage Transmission and Distribution Equipment.
    • Experience with Station Service and Substation Equipment related to the Powerhouse Distribution Systems.
    • Experience with Industrial Control Systems related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD's), Motor Control Circuits and Instrumentation Devices such as (Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Temperature Sensors, etc) with an understanding of PID Loop Controls.
    • Skills with Computer Programming in control languages such as Ladder Logix, C++, Structure Text, Block Logix, Visual Basic, etc.
    • Troubleshooting, maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to Operating systems, Electrical Equipment and around Generation Hydro Dams and High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems.
    • Basic Understanding of Data Communication protocols and networking equipment related to Protective Relays (SEL), PLC, HMI, VFD, Ethernet/Fiber switch communication systems.
    • Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance.
    • Generate, interpret, review and revise existing/new drawings
  • Demonstrate commitment to Grant PUD's mission, vision, values, and strategic plan. The employee should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations. Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies and procedures.
  • Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to:
  • Following all safety policies and procedures.
  • Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions.
  • Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor.
  • Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.

Engineer IV:
  • High-level individual contributor (non-leadership) position in the Electrical Engineering Group responsible for developing and implementing medium/high impact Electrical Projects throughout the Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Power Generation Facilities, as well as the Power Production's 230kV Switchyard and Supporting facilities.
  • Expert on Equipment that ranges from, but is not limited to, High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems, PLC/VFD and Control Systems, Exciters, Governors, Generator Systems, Transformers (Distribution and GSU) , Ovation SCADA Systems, Protective Relay Equipment, High/Medium/Low Voltage Circuit Breakers, Battery Systems, Bridge Cranes, Motor Control Centers, etc as well as other supporting equipment that is required for the safe and reliable operation of the Generators and supporting equipment.
  • Research, Design and Support the implementation of New and Upgraded equipment throughout the Hydro Generation Facilities within their field of expertise, with minimal guidance from supervisor.
  • Strong Project Management Support that include budget forecasts, scheduling, coordination, construction/commissioning for medium/large-sized projects.
  • Provide technical knowledge to assist other Engineers, Electricians, Operators or other departments throughout Power Production in regard to troubleshooting, equipment outages, breakdowns or during detailed design of equipment based on knowledge and experience.
  • Perform complex Engineering on critical/high risk equipment related to the Electrical Equipment throughout the Power Production Hydro Generation Facility.
  • Develop Technical specification and standards for ordering equipment and parts to utilize new technology and industry best practices during designs.
  • This position will be an expert in utilizing skills related to best industry practice, Utility Standards, Codes or other Legal Standards that are required for the safe and reliable operation of the equipment.
  • Perform work on systems with a high level of risk to regulatory compliance. Extremely familiar with the understanding related to impacts to FERC, NERC and CIP compliance standards.
  • A fully skilled candidate for the Engineer IV will have most of the following knowledge, skills & abilities:
    • Experience with Generators, Exciters, Governors and Supporting equipment in a Hydro Dam facility, Natural Gas/Coal Facility and/or Nuclear Power Facility.
    • Experience with High/Medium Voltage Transmission and Distribution Equipment.
    • Advanced knowledge associated with Station Service and Substation Equipment related to the Powerhouse Distribution Systems.
    • Advanced Knowledge in Industrial Control Systems related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD's), Motor Control Circuits and Instrumentation Devices such as (Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Pressure Sensors, Temperature Sensors, etc) with an understanding of PID Loop Controls.
    • Advanced Computer Programming in control languages such as Ladder Logix, C++, Structure Text, Block Logix, Visual Basic, etc.
    • Advanced troubleshooting, maintenance experience and optimization techniques related to Operating systems, Electrical Equipment, Generation and High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems.
    • Vast knowledge related to Regulatory requirements that include FERC/NERC Standards.
    • Act as the Main Engineering Support on at least 1 of the following areas. Protection & Automation Engineering, Controls & Automations Engineering and/or Power & Distribution Engineering.
    • Experienced with Data Communication protocols and networking equipment related to Protective Relays (SEL), PLC, HMI, VFD, Ethernet/Fiber switch communication systems.
    • Technical writing and ability to draft reports associated with performance of critical equipment and their impacts to operations and maintenance.
    • Modify/Prepare technical specifications that are used by the Electrical Department as referencing best industrial practices, IEEE standards as well NEC and other manufacturing techniques
    • Generate, interpret, review and revise existing/new drawings
  • Demonstrate commitment to Grant PUD's mission, vision, values, and strategic plan. The employee should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations. Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies and procedures.
  • Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to:
  • Following all safety policies and procedures.
  • Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions.
  • Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor.
  • Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.

Engineer V:
  • High-performing individual contributor (non-leadership) position in the Electrical Engineering Group responsible for developing and implementing medium/high impact Electrical Projects throughout the Wanapum and Priest Rapids Hydro Power Generation Facilities, as well as the Power Production's 230kV Switchyard and Supporting facilities.
  • Subject Matter Expert on Equipment that ranges from, but is not limited to, High/Medium/Low Voltage Distribution systems, PLC/VFD and Control Systems, Exciters, Governors, Generator Systems, Transformers (Distribution and GSU) , Ovation SCADA Systems, Protective Relay Equipment, High/Medium/Low Voltage Circuit Breakers, Battery Systems, Bridge Cranes, Motor Control Centers, etc as well as other supporting equipment that is required for the safe and reliable operation of the Generators and supporting equipment.
  • Research, Design and Support the implementation of New and Upgraded equipment throughout the Hydro Generation Facilities within their field of expertise, with little to no guidance from supervisor.
  • Excellent Project Management Support that include budget forecasts, scheduling, coordination, construction/commissioning for medium/large-sized projects.
  • Provide technical training to assist other Engineers, Electricians, Operators or other departments throughout Power Production in regard to troubleshooting, equipment outages, breakdowns or during detailed design of equipment based on knowledge and experience.
  • Perform complex Engineering on critical/high risk equipment related to the Electrical Equipment throughout the Power Production Hydro Generation Facility.
  • Subject Matter Expert and Owner of Technical specification and standards for ordering equipment and parts to utilize new technology and industry best practices during design.
  • This position will be an expert in utilizing skills related to best industry practice, Utility Standards, Codes or other Legal Standards that are required for the safe and reliable operation of the equipment.
  • Perform work on systems with the highest level of risk to regulatory compliance. Extremely familiar with the understanding related to impacts to FERC, NERC and CIP compliance standards.
  • A fully skilled candidate for the Engineer V will be considered an expert in most of the following knowledge, skills & abilities:
    • High Level of Experience related to Generators, Exciters, Governors and Supporting equipment in a Hydro Dam facility, Natural Gas/Coal Facility and/or Nuclear Power Facility.
    • High Level of Experience related to High/Medium Voltage Transmission and Distribution Equipment.
    • Advanced knowledge associated with Station Service and Substation Equipment related to the Powerhouse Distribution Systems.
    • Expert in Industrial Control Systems related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's), Variable Frequency Drives (VFD'

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