Avista Corporation Jobs Hiring Now

Closes: July 21, 2026

This role requires strong communication and technical skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments. Must have the ability to navigate ambiguity and shifting priorities. You’ll collaborate with customers, contractors, and internal teams to deliver safe, timely, and customer-focused solutions. Must complete the CPC Training Program within the allowable time schedule. A solid understanding of utility standards and relevant portions of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) needed. This position establishes and maintains good community relations, maintains relationships with contacts in the utility industry and internal stakeholders. Experience in electric utility design, project coordination and familiarity with overhead and underground distribution systems preferred. Must have strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple priorities, comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

• High School diploma, GED, or Journeyman card required.
• 6+ months' relevant work experience related to GIS, planning, and/or designing construction of natural gas or electric facilities with an emphasis in customer service.
• Must have strong customer service skills.
• Demonstrated skills in cooperating in a team environment, negotiation, problem solving, construction management, and excellent communication skills is a must.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn computer applications for construction design.
• Requires valid driver's license and must be able to travel to job sites throughout Avista service territory.
• Strong working knowledge of key operation business process and core applications.
• Ability to interpret and explain complex business processes and concepts.

Hiring Range: $77,595 to $100,486

• College Level Degree, Journeyman Card or equivalent education and experience.
• Three+ years work experience directly related to planning and designing of electric facilities with an emphasis in customer service.

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Hiring Range: $88,336 to $114,838

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 multiple levels to account for an incoming employee’s various 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".

Total Rewards

At Avista, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. That’s why we prioritize the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our team members and their families.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support every stage of life and career. Our offerings include:

• Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match
• Incentive programs rewarding performance and contributions
• Competitive paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation
• Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
• Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health
• Education and development support including tuition assistance
• Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact
• Other optional benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more (Eligibility subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation)

To learn more, please visit our benefits website at https://avistabenefits.com/ (https://avistabenefits.com/).

We are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse, skilled, and engaged workforce.

In compliance with state laws, we provide the full salary range for each position, along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $77,595 to $141,339. Questions regarding compliance with this requirement can be directed to humanresources@avistacorp.com (mailto:humanresources@avistacorp.com).

Pre-employment screening requirements
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.

Avista’s 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 (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters). 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 humanresources@avistacorp.com (mailto:humanresources@avistacorp.com) if you would like assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.