High School Work Program- Shop Helper Position

Shop Helper Position- Position will close at 5:30pm, Monday, May 18, 2026

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 21,000 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

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.

About the Position

Tillamook PUD is offering a one-year employment opportunity for a 2026/2027 High School Senior (16 years or older).  Applicants are required to submit a completed application, cover letter, and one letter of recommendation. Application materials are due by May 18, 2026.

Specific job tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Sweeping


• Pressure washing


• Putting tools and supplies away


• Detailing vehicles (washing and vacuuming)


• Some painting


• Assisting mechanics with oil changes


• Set-up for car washes

Necessary Skills:

• Punctuality


• Trustworthiness


• Reliability


• Self-motivated


• Positive attitude


• Willingness to learn


• Accuracy and attention to detail


• Ability to work with a wide variety of people

Work Environment:

• Greasy, oily, dirty


• Some duties are outside in Tillamook weather


• The mechanics’ shop may be cold at times

Wages/Start Date:                                                 

• $19 per hour


• Start date approximately mid-June 

Hours:

• During school breaks, full-time (summer, winter, and spring):
  
  
  
  • Tuesday – Friday, 6:00 am – 4:30 pm
  
  
  
  


• When school is in session:
  
  
  
  • Tuesday – Friday, preferred schedule between 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm, 2 hours per day (minimum)
  
  
  
  

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.