Construction Services Technician

Closes: May 3 2026
Posting Type: Internal/External

Job Description
The Construction Services Technician is essential in supporting the planning coordination and installation of electric and gas utilities. This position partners with the Customer Project Coordinator (CPC) to prepare job packets and material lists for new construction maintenance and the replacement of damaged facilities. Responsibilities also include administrative tasks such as invoice processing credit card reconciliation and timekeeping. The technician serves as a primary point of contact for customers contractors and internal crews while maintaining accurate records and addressing construction-related issues. Working as part of a self-directed collaborative team this role ensures projects are completed safely efficiently and in compliance with company standards.

• High School GED or equivalent
• Associates degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in business administration project management construction services or related field or completion of a formal apprenticeship program in a field relevant to utility services or electrical work preferred.
• One (1) year of related office or construction experience.
• Effective and flexible communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn computer applications.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
• Problem-solving analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures preferred.
• Experience in the construction field with basic knowledge of Avistas natural gas and electric infrastructure preferred.
• Experience with utility customer information and asset management systems preferred

Starting Range: $25.28 to $32.35 per hour Non-Exempt ML 5

• High School GED or equivalent
• Bachelors degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in business administration project management construction services or related field or completion of a formal apprenticeship program in a field relevant to utility services or electrical work preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience in natural gas electric distribution utility or related field.
• Experience in the construction field with basic knowledge of Avistas natural gas and electric infrastructure preferred.
• Experience with utility customer information and asset management systems.
• Experience managing complex scheduling and compliance tasks.
• Excellent organizational problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective and flexible communication skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships.
• Competent knowledge of the Construction Service Technician processes and ability to complete complex work assignments.
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures preferred.
• Knowledge of permitting and municipal coordination processes preferred.

Other combinations of education/experience may be considered.

Starting Range: $28.77 to $36.98 per hour Non-Exempt ML 6

This role may be filled on a regular basis without further competition at the conclusion of the assignment by the employee selected for the temporary role.

This position requires an in-person presence to support team and on-site responsibilities.

To Apply
We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have step progressions to account for an incoming employees various levels of knowledge skills and experience.

Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click Submit.

Benefits
At Avista we believe our employees are essential. Through them we deliver value to our customers and the communities we serve. The physical mental and financial health and well-being of our employees and their families are important to us. We are committed to offering a comprehensive total rewards program comprised of an externally competitive internally equitable compensation structure and a benefits package that allows us to retain and attract a diverse engaged and skilled workforce. Our benefits package includes medical dental vision life and disability coverage retirement benefits incentive plans wellness resources time-off programs and much addition to our total rewards program the Pacific Northwest offers abundant outdoor recreation four distinct seasons and all the amenities and activities an individual or family might be interested in. To learn more please visit our benefits website at Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Avista is a safe inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race color religion national origin sex gender identity sexual orientation marital status age sensory mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification) Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application interview process and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at if you would like assistance.

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