College Work Program 2026

Position will close on Monday, May 4th at 5:30 pm

About the Utility

Tillamook People’s Utility District (PUD) is a customer-owned electric distribution utility providing electric service in Tillamook County and parts of Clatsop and Yamhill Counties in Oregon. Currently we serve about 23,000 customers in an area of 1,125 square miles.

PUDs tailor services to meet the needs of those they serve, and Tillamook PUD is no exception. We offer a wide array of programs for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Programs include weatherization, lighting efficiency, heat pump programs and much more.

Tillamook PUD is governed by a five-member Board of Directors, elected by the voters within its service area. The Board sets rates and policies, with the goal of providing the most benefit to our customers. Tillamook PUD is a unique kind of business. It is not-for-profit and created by the community to serve the community.

OUR MISSION

Through collaboration and operational excellence, Tillamook PUD provides safe, reliable, and competitively priced power to our customers.

OUR VISION

Tillamook PUD provides high value to our customers, staff, and community, performing now and preparing for the future. We balance community, economic, and environmental commitments. 

About the Position

The College Work Program provides employment during summer months and school vacations (minimum of 14 weeks each year) to assist qualified students in financing a college education to attain a two or four-year degree. Students begin the program by assisting tree trimming and line crews in the field including: brush clearing, flagging and other duties as assigned. Students may have an opportunity to work in the Tillamook PUD office later in the program as well typically performing general office tasks such as, working on special projects, data entry and assisting customers.

The program may be extended for fifth-year seniors if minimum credit requirements, grades and satisfactory job performance have been satisfied.  The program is open to students pursuing a two-year technical degree, providing credit hours and schedules allow the student to work during breaks.      

The wages are established by the Union contract, and the student will have the option to join the Union.  Union dues are paid per month and are paid by the student.  Effective January 1, 2026, students will be paid $ 24.09 per hour for years 1 and 2. Rates of pay and Union dues will change based on the Union contract for years 3 and 4.   

QUALIFICATIONS

• Applicant must be eligible to work in the U.S.


• The student must be at least 17 years old.


• Current resident of Tillamook County


• The student must have completed his/her high school education with a minimum of 3.00 GPA. 


• Valid Oregon Driver's License.

CRITERIA

Criteria for selecting applicants will include, but not necessarily be limited to:

• Academic achievement


• Educational and career goals


• Employment experience


• Extra-curricular activities 


• Leadership qualities
  

SELECTION PROCESS

• The five-member Tillamook PUD Board of Directors will make a recommendation to the General Manager for the selection of the College Work Program recipient.


• A winner and an alternate are chosen.


• The successful candidate is required to submit a photo that will be used for a press release. 


• Tillamook PUD is an equal opportunity provider and employer. The award is granted without regard to the applicant’s race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation or preference, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status / familial status, veteran’s status, genetic information or history, or any other protected status in accordance with local, state, and federal law. The District makes the award decision based on an individual’s qualifications, ability to perform the job, and overall contribution to the District.

CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR CONTINUED ELIGIBILITY

• The student must maintain a 2.5 GPA (cumulative) and be enrolled as a full-time student – typically a minimum of 12 credits per term. 


• Recipient begins work immediately following high school graduation. 


• The student must perform satisfactorily on the job and maintain standards of personal conduct consistent with the high standards of the District. The recipient will receive periodic written reviews and evaluations. 


• The student is required to submit grade transcripts to Marissa Durrer, Executive Team Manager, within one month after the end of each term. Student may print an electronic copy after the Fall and Winter terms with an official school transcript at the end of the school year. 


• Termination may occur if the student fails to meet any of the above requirements. 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

The following is a list of required documents. Applicants who do not submit complete application materials by the deadline will not be considered.

• Completed Application


• Essay (300-400 words)
  
  
  
  • Explain why you selected your field of study
  
  
  • Share your thoughts about working for Tillamook PUD
  
  
  • Indicate your commitment to employment during your breaks at college or vocational school. 
  
  
  
  


• Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
  
  
  
  • Examples of References
    
    
    
    • School counselor or administrator
    
    
    • Employer, coach, or teacher
    
    
    • Personal reference (excluding family members)
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  


• Copy of current High School Transcript

Tillamook PUD is an equal opportunity and veteran’s preference employer.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Tillamook PUD complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability, you may request an accommodation by contacting the Human Resources Department prior to the recruitment close date at 503-815-8637.