Construction Trainee - Eugene

Union Position

Core Distribution - Eugene; Eugene, Oregon (US-OR)

Regular FT

Posting # 5221

About Us:

At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry.

In addition to environmental stewardship, we’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility.

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:

Training and Wage:

C2 December 2024 Wages Time in Training Program

Hourly Rate at Hire - In Training 1 36.88 0 months

In Training 2 39.18 6 months

In Training 3 41.49 12 months

Entry 44.25 24 months

Experienced 46.10 36 months

What we offer:

Health & Wellness -

Work Life Balance -

Financial -

Discounts -

Hourly Rate: $36.88

https://www.nwnatural.com/about-us/the-company/careers

Deadline: 5/13/25

Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations.

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 employment@nwnatural.com or (971) 979-6341.

NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or through other means.