Join Us in Preserving Nature Where You Live and Work Chelan PUD is hiring a Wildlife Biologist to help ensure our power delivery coexists responsibly with the rich ecosystems of North Central Washington. Based in Chelan County—home to alpine wilderness, river valleys, and nature-loving communities—you’ll make a real impact where conservation and community meet. Lead Conservation on the Ground In this role, you’ll conduct field monitoring, biological assessments, and support wildlife protection and habitat restoration. You’ll address issues like powerline-wildlife conflicts, avian protection, and threatened species—all while managing District-owned lands and contributing to regulatory permitting, compliance, and public education. Where Purpose Meets the Outdoors If you’re passionate about ecology and thrive in rugged terrain, this mission-driven opportunity offers variety, challenge, and the chance to shape sustainable energy and conservation efforts. From GIS mapping to leading seasonal field staff, no two days are the same. Bring your biology expertise and love of the outdoors—we want to hear from you! Apply now at chelanpud.org/careers
Join Chelan PUD’s Innovation-Driven Technology Team Are you passionate about building impactful, scalable software that serves your community? Chelan PUD is hiring a Systems Software Engineer I, II, or III (based on qualifications) to join our Agile teams. Whether you're starting your career, building on a few years of experience, or ready to lead, you'll help design secure, resilient systems that support essential public services. We offer a mission-driven culture, continuous learning, and investment in modernization. Engineer I: Perfect for recent grads or career changers eager to learn through hands-on experience. Engineer II: For engineers with 2+ years' experience ready to contribute independently and mentor peers. Engineer III: A leadership role for those with 5+ years’ experience, solving complex problems and guiding teams. You’ll collaborate on cross-functional teams using modern tools, cloud platforms, and CI/CD practices. We value innovation, mentorship, and continuous improvement—all backed by strong benefits, community values, and a supportive workplace. Apply today and help shape the future of utility software at www.chelanpud.org/careers
Chelan PUD is seeking a dynamic HR Business Partner to help shape the future of our workforce through strategic partnership and impactful people practices. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in leadership development, workforce planning, and succession strategy — with a proven ability to align HR solutions with business needs. If you're someone who builds trust easily, communicates with influence at all levels, and thrives in a collaborative, community-focused environment, we want to hear from you. In this role, you'll work closely with leaders to drive meaningful change through succession planning, organizational design, and leadership development initiatives. You’ll coach managers on a variety of HR disciplines and play a key role in strengthening organizational effectiveness. Your ability to build relationships, navigate complexity, and offer a thoughtful, people-first approach paired with strong business acumen will be essential. To apply, visit www.chelanpud.org/careers In your combined resume/cover letter, highlight how you’ve aligned HR strategy with business goals, your experience in succession planning and workforce development, and measurable results you've achieved. Applications will be reviewed beginning September 18, and the position is open until filled. For questions, contact us at joblist@chelanpud.org.
Are you a seasoned civil engineer looking to take on complex, high-impact projects that protect communities and shape the future of hydropower? Join Chelan PUD as a Civil Engineer, Dam Safety (II, III, Senior I, Senior II, Senior III, or Principal I), where you’ll serve as a technical leader, mentor, and trusted advisor on challenging infrastructure projects. To learn more or apply, visit chelanpud.org/careers today!
Are you looking to start a career in the water and wastewater industry? We’re seeking a motivated Water Tech Apprentice Trainee to join our team. This is an entry-level role where you’ll gain hands-on experience in water distribution and wastewater collection systems while working under the guidance of experienced Water Technicians, Treatment Plant Operators, and Operations Managers. To learn more and apply, visit chelanpud.org/careers today!
Want to play a pivotal role in aligning people, processes, and technology to maximize reliability, safety, and productivity? We're hiring for a Manager - Generation & Transmission Planning. The Manager – Generation & Transmission (G&T) Planning leads planning, scheduling, and work coordination for the District’s G&T operations. This role ensures maintenance and production goals are met by overseeing planners, coordinators, and CMMS activities, while driving resource optimization and cost efficiency. The manager develops and maintains the annual G&T work plan, supports the adoption of advanced maintenance technologies, and integrates asset management strategies to improve operational performance. Learn more or apply today at chelanpud.org/careers!
We are hiring an Enterprise Application Analyst (I, II, or III) to support and optimize key enterprise applications used across our organization. This includes PeopleSoft, Maximo, Primavera, C2M (Customer to Meter), and Itron AMI. Whether you’re early in your career or an experienced systems analyst, we have opportunities for you to make an impact. As an Enterprise Application Analyst, you’ll configure, maintain, and enhance enterprise software systems, help troubleshoot user issues, develop workflows, and participate in system upgrades and integrations. Analysts at higher levels will take on more complex development, integration, and mentoring responsibilities. To learn more about this role, or to apply, visit chelanpud.org/careers today!
Want to make a lasting impact on clean energy? We're hiring a Hydro Plant Engineering Manager! Join a mission-driven team working at the forefront of hydroelectric generation. We are seeking a seasoned engineering leader to oversee and direct our hydroelectric plant engineering team. If you’re passionate about innovation, regulatory excellence, and sustainable energy, we invite you to bring your expertise to our growing utility. As the Hydro Plant Engineering Manager, you’ll lead a team of plant engineers in supporting the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation and maintenance of our hydroelectric facilities. You'll also drive modernization initiatives, process improvements, and regulatory compliance projects while partnering with plant leadership and external stakeholders. To learn more about this position and apply, visit chelanpud.org/careers.
Now Hiring: Utility Asset Superintendent We're seeking an experienced leader to oversee the safety, compliance, and operational integrity of our jointly used utility distribution assets. In this key role, you'll manage pole attachments, lead GIS operations, and develop construction and material standards that span across water, wastewater, fiber, and electric services. If you have 6+ years of experience in utility asset or project management, strong knowledge of NESC standards, and a passion for improving infrastructure that serves your community—this is your opportunity to lead meaningful work. Ready to make an impact? Apply today at chelanpud.org/careers
When you work & live here, you get to experience our wonderful parks, including our newest additions! After years of community planning, construction and renovation work, a series of improvements are now open and available for the community to enjoy. The new features were born out of an enduring partnership between Chelan PUD (Wenatchee, Wash.) and the City of Wenatchee. “These improvements are based on a multi-year master planning process with the community,” said PUD Chief Strategy & Stakeholder Officer Justin Erickson. “We know that people love our local parks, and these new features will create benefits for decades to come.” New Riverfront Park features include: An apple-themed children’s play area, located just off the pedestrian bridge and north of Pybus Market. It’s designed for children aged 5-12. The area also features a new restroom. A brand-new splash pad, located just south of the restrooms at Fifth Street. It will operate seven days a week, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., through Labor Day. Rentals are not available. A new picnic pavilion, located just north of the new splash pad. It’s available on a first-come, first-served basis at no charge from 7 a.m. to dusk every day. Sections of wider and separated trails to promote better flow in high-use areas and create safer trail interactions between users. There are also new trail markers and signage to ensure everyone’s safety.
