Student Helper

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Closes: January 11, 2026

Hourly Wage: $16.66 to $18.02 per hour;
Bargaining Unit (hourly rate determined by year in school)

Avista Corporation has an excellent job opportunity in Spokane, WA for a college student. This position provides support to Spokane Metershop personnel including painting meters, dunk testing meters, shop upkeep and optimization, assisting with inventory, and assisting the meter repairman with other Metershop tasks as needed. Some fieldwork is required. This part‑time position is expected to work between 10–15 hours per week

In order to qualify for our student program, you must be at least 18 years of age and enrolled full‑time at a college or university or planning to attend full‑time in the upcoming semester or quarter.

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”.

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.

• Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match
• Incentive and bonus programs rewarding performance and contributions
• Generous 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
• Many other elective benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more (Eligibility subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation)

To learn more, please visit our benefits website at

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

This position is represented by a bargaining unit and wages and benefits are established by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Questions regarding this posting can be directed to

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

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. 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.

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