Union Position
Mist UGS Staff 2; Mist, Oregon (US-OR)
Regular FT
Posting # 5287
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 journeyman electricians and plant operators help ensure that our customers always have a clean and reliable supply of natural gas. This role brings a change of pace throughout the day - our electricians help maintain our operations through work in instrumentation, controls, and maintenance while also serving as plant operators.
This position is based out of our plant in Mist, OR.
If you are looking for a stable career with a company that has an excellent reputation, NW Natural has an opportunity for you.
Day to Day:
•Installs electrical and electronic systems and equipment.
•Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
•Inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical systems and equipment of any voltage.
•Maintains, reads, interprets, and explains plans and procedures to optimize plant performance.
•Assists in planning and designing plant changes, major repairs and upgrades.
•Maintains Plant PC, programmable process controllers and engine control systems, analyzes historical data, troubleshoots problems, and adjusts process computers to optimize facility and equipment operations.
•Maintains gas detection, fire protection, gas quality, lighting, security, and metering systems.
•Operates systems, equipment, and/or instrumentation required to move gas in and out of storage.
•Reads and interprets information pertaining to plant operations.
•Monitors all plant operation.
•Diagnoses problems, troubleshoots, and makes adjustments.
•Maintains plant equipment. Assists with major repairs and overhauls..
•Accurately maintains records and logs.
•Maintains plant’s physical appearance.
•Trains, assists, and provides feedback to less-experienced workers at the direction of supervisor, which may include providing feedback to supervisor on progress of training.
•Responds to emergency callout/emergency situations
•Performs other tasks as required, including those in the General Task Bar as referenced in the Collective Bargaining Agreement, with training as needed.
•Appropriately wears required protective equipment and safety gear.
•Operates Company vehicles in compliance with state/local laws and Company policies and procedures.
•Acquires and maintains OQ qualifications.
•May require Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification.
•Acts and communicates in a professional, respectful, and cooperative manner in connection with all activities associated with NW Natural.
•Follows supervisory instructions and is flexible and adaptable to changing conditions and expectations.
•Maintains punctual, regular, and reliable attendance.
•Demonstrates the Company’s core values and complies with all Company policies and procedures.
Come on your first day with:
•Hold a current Journeyman’s Electrician License or greater.
•Three years prior networking and electronic experience.
•Knowledge of component level electronic theory, practices, and principles demonstrated by any of the following: community college or nationally accredited electronics school coursework, military designation of an applicable Electronics Technician rating, FCCF General Radio-Telephone License, or ISCET, NABOR, or APCO Certification.
•Must successfully meet requirements for respirator use.
•Ability to read, understand, and proficiently operate various electronic testing and calibration equipment such as volt and amp meters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, emulators, TDRs, LAN Analyzers, communications service monitors, etc.
•Ability to diagnose problems and follow through with solutions.
•Advanced math and reading skills.
•Ability to read and understand electronic schematics, system diagrams, and layouts.
•Ability to install and maintain two-way radio and field data/telecommunications-related equipment and wiring.
•Ability to repair, troubleshoot, maintain, modify, and install parts and equipment.
•Ability to interpret piping and instrument diagrams and apply information from technical manuals.
•Ability to read gas meters and pressure gauges and record information.
•Ability to develop and apply skills in operating computer-based control systems, data-collection equipment, and support instrumentation.
•Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.
•In-depth 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, perform precision work requiring visual acuity and fine motor skills, make decisions with limited information, and work in a structured team environment.
•Excellent communication and problem-solving skills and ability to guide the work of others.
•Ability to establish priorities, balance multiple assignments, and adapt to changing priorities.
•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.
Come on your first day with (continued):
•Ability to work in adverse weather or terrain conditions.
•Must obtain forklift certification within position qualification period.
•Safe handling of materials at extremely hot/cold temperatures +600°F to -260°F; exposure to high-pressure natural gas piping and process systems.
•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 obtain a valid Oregon/Washington driver's license within 90 days if current valid license is from another state.
•Must be able to lift a maximum of 75 lbs.
•Exposure to confined spaces as defined by the Company’s Confined Space Program.
•Ability to see and recognize component and wiring color-codes.
•Must be able to differentiate color.
•Must be able to smell natural gas (methane).
•Subject to random drug testing.
•Must be able to report fit and ready for duty when working non-traditional rotating shifts. Schedules are created to allow Operators sufficient off-duty time to achieve 8 hours of continuous sleep.
Qualification Period: 6 months
What we offer:
Health & Wellness -
•Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
•Free access to an online wellness resources platform
Work Life Balance -
•Start with 16 PTO Days (Amount varies based on accrued work hours)
•10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
•3 weeks paid parental leave
•Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resource Groups
•Numerous volunteer and community engagement opportunities
Financial -
•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 -
•20% off natural gas service
•Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
•TriMet Pass for all HQ employees
•Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless
Hourly Rate: $56.90
https://www.nwnatural.com/about-us/the-company/careers
Deadline: 8/5/25
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.
Portland, OR
full time
$116,480-$116,480
