Job Type: Manager – Full Time
Salary: $70,000 – $90,000 Annually
Location: Mulino, Oregon
FLSA: Non-Union Non-Exempt
Opening Date: 09/30/2026
Closing Date: 10/12/2026 or until filled
The Mulino Water District Board of Commissioners is currently looking for a self-motivated, qualified individual to operate and manage the District. If that is you, please submit cover letter and resume to Mu*****************@***il.com
The District is located in Mulino Oregon just 10 minutes south of Oregon City. The District serves approximately 2100 people through 250 water service connections. There are currently two 150,000 gallon water reservoirs served by two wells.
Position Description & Duties:
What You’ll Do
Maintain the infrastructure that provides safe, reliable drinking water to our community. This is a hands-on, outdoor position that is responsible for operating two wells, maintaining critical water distribution system infrastructure, water quality monitoring and sampling, customer service, and providing critical information to the Board.
Water System Maintenance & Construction
Install, maintain, and repair water mains, service lines, valves, fire hydrants, water meters, and other distribution system components. Work includes water main and service repairs, system flushing, valve exercising, hydrant maintenance, meter replacement, and installation of new water system infrastructure.
Perform new installations including water mains, service connections using specialized tapping equipment, fire service lines, air release valves, water quality sampling stations, and other system improvements. Work may involve excavation, backfilling, traffic control, site restoration, and concrete sidewalk repairs.
Emergency Response & Customer Service
Respond to unexpected water system issues such as water quality calls, water main breaks, leaking service lines, damaged fire hydrants, and other system failures. This position requires the ability to respond to emergencies outside normal working hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Troubleshoot water distribution system issues, locate underground water lines, and assist customers with concerns involving water pressure, discoloration, leaks, or other water service issues. Communicate professionally with customers and the Board using sound judgment to identify appropriate recommendations and solutions.
Equipment & Field Operations
Safely operate and maintain the tools, vehicles, and construction equipment necessary to perform water distribution work. This may include backhoes, District truck, tapping machines, chemical injector pumps, compressors, cutoff saws, compactors, and a variety of hand and power tools.
Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition and ensure service vehicles are organized, stocked, and ready to respond to routine work and emergencies.
Safety, Documentation & Technology
Perform work in accordance with Mulino Water District safety procedures, OSHA requirements, and established AWWA water construction standards. Maintain accurate records and complete required reports using computers, mobile devices, Word, Excel, and other systems used by MWD.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 years of construction experience, utility experience is strongly preferred.
- DWS Operator certification 1 and water treatment certification 1 or ability to obtain one within 1 year of hire.
- CDL or the ability to obtain after hire.
- Ability to safely operate tools, heavy equipment, and vehicles.
- Team-oriented, customer-focused, and ready to work in varied weather conditions.
- Able to work independently, utilizing knowledge of water systems and sound judgment.
Benefits
Mulino Water District offers a generous benefits package to all regular status employees working at least 30 hours per week.
Medical & Dental Stipend: Mulino Water District will pay a stipend of $500.00 towards your medical and dental insurance and $100.00 increases for each year of employment thereafter with maximum of $1,000.00 per month.
P.O. Box 867 – Mulino, Oregon 97042
Phone: (503) 829-9787 – Email: Mu*****************@***il.com