Careers

Yes!  McMinnville Water and Light provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.

Qualifying and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting a completed Veteran’s Preference Form as well as submitting a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Department of Veteran’s Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service-connected pension to your application. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran’s disability preference letter from the Department of Veteran Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

In order to receive consideration, please supply documentation by the closing date of the posting for which you are applying.

Please make sure you also complete the application for the job you want!

McMinnville Water & Light is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Get into Energy is a nonprofit organization that works to build awareness among students, teachers, military veterans, transitioning workers, and others about the various career opportunities in the energy industry.

AWWA and the EPA share information about the rewarding, innovative, and challenging career opportunities in the water industry.

All offers made are conditional upon verification of the information provided on the application and successful completion of one or more of the following pre-employment tests and screenings, depending on the requirements of the position you have applied for:

• Background check
• Skill testing
• Drug testing for safety-sensitive positions
• Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing for CDL drivers
• Possession of a valid Oregon State Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or driver’s license
• Physical Capacity Screening
• Proof of journeyman status in the applicable craft

Yes, MW&L is a drug-free workplace.

For applicants curious about marijuana use: pursuant to federal law, MW&L considers marijuana to be an illegal drug for purposes of our drug policy. The use or possession of marijuana or being under the influence or impaired by marijuana on MW&L property or while performing work for MW&L is strictly prohibited. Those applying to a safety-sensitive position will need to pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.

MW&L is a close-knit group. It’s one of those places where you walk down the hall to discuss a project with a co-worker, then go a few doors down to talk with another co-worker about the latest plan revisions. Because of this culture, most positions will not be hybrid positions. We currently have no employees working remotely.

Applicants who are not selected for an interview will be notified by email. Applicants not selected to move forward in the process after interviewing will be notified by phone.

After you complete the application, a screen will appear that says, “Thank you for applying”. This is confirmation that the online application process is complete. A separate confirmation email will not be sent.

Next, your application is reviewed to confirm that you meet the minimum qualifications and screening criteria for the position. Then, your application information is forwarded to the appropriate hiring manager. Typically, applicants are contacted within 10 days of the closing date for a position if selected to interview.

Yes, all positions require a resume and cover letter be submitted with the completed application.

The Education and Experience sections of the application, as well as any supplemental questions, must be filled out completely. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the required application
and supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from the selection process.

Yes. MW&L is committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities and disabled veterans. This includes reasonable accommodations for alternative application methods if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application system or our interview process, as a result of your disability. If you need an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (503) 435-3118.