About Us
About Thurston PUD
Established in 1938, Thurston PUD is a special-purpose
municipal agency located in Lacey, WA. The PUD currently owns
and operates 271 water systems, serving a population of
approximately 25,000 people, including families, businesses,
schools, and parks. Thurston PUD provides water planning and
utility services
to the
citizens of
Thurston
County and operates
water
systems in Pierce, Lewis, King, and Grays Harbor
counties. The PUD is governed by three Commissioners who are
elected by the voters of Thurston County to serve for six
years.
Group healthcare coverage (medical,
dental, vision) with low employee premiums,
Group term life insurance,
long-term disability coverage, and accidental death and
dismemberment coverage at no cost to PUD employees,
Participation in the State of
Washington retirement plan,
Voluntary participation in the
State of Washington Deferred Compensation Program,
Ten paid holidays and two personal
holidays each year, in addition to sick and vacation leave
benefits,
PUD-paid training and
certifications, and
Clothing allowance for
administrative staff. For Field Operations staff, the PUD
provides safety clothing, work boots, and other equipment.