Automotive and Equipment Technician 3 (Statewide Shops)

Washington Department of Natural Resources; Issaquah (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Uniform provided

Job summary

Washington Department of Natural Resources is seeking an Automotive and Equipment Technician 3 to perform maintenance and repairs on the fleet of vehicles and grounds equipment. This role is critical for ensuring reliable operations in Washington State Parks. The position is permanent with a supportive working environment and competitive pay.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with both gas-powered vehicles and heavy equipment, along with a valid driver's license. The position requires physical presence and is not eligible for telework.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of journey-level experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams and complex service manuals.
• Experience with hydraulic systems and vehicle diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, inspection, and repair of WA State Parks fleet.
• Order replacement parts and meet with sales personnel as needed.
• Operate hand tools and equipment to perform repairs.

Skills

Ability to operate state motor vehicles

Effective written and oral communication skills

Independent troubleshooting/repair ability

Proficiency with hand tools and power tools

In depth understanding of gas/diesel engines

Education

Associate's degree in Automotive and Diesel technology

Tools

Diagnostic tools

OBD diagnostic scanner

Hydraulic systems tools

Job description

Description

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission

Job Title: Automotive and Equipment Technician 3

Location: Issaquah, WA

Closes: Continuous. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We strongly recommend applying as soon as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to close the posting at any time once a selection has been made.

Position Status: This is a permanent position. In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.

About this position

The Automotive and Equipment Technician 3 (ET3) is responsible for the maintenance, inspection, and repair of Washington State Parks fleet of vehicles and grounds equipment. It is essential that Parks staff have reliable, functional vehicles and equipment to help them complete the organization's mission to keep parks safe and enjoyable for the public to use.

Telework: This position is not eligible for telework, as physical in-office presence is required to perform essential functions.

The Equipment Technician 3 position at WA State Parks Shops provides a great opportunity for a technician to expand their skills repairing and maintaining a large variety of equipment and vehicles. Our clean, well-stocked shop provides our technicians with the tools and equipment to accomplish our mission, to have the best fleet in the state. We offer competitive pay, benefits and paid time off.

Duties

• Performs journey-level repair and maintenance of WA State Parks fleet including various makes and models of equipment, light vehicles, heavy industrial/commercial equipment, including trucks over 26K GVWR.
• Performs major and minor mechanical repairs, overhauls, and preventative maintenance.
• Orders replacement parts, as needed.
• May meet with sales personnel and vendor representatives to discuss equipment component requirements and product availability.
• Inspects, diagnoses, and makes major and minor repairs to on and off highway vehicles and equipment such as cars, pick-up trucks, semi-trucks and trailers, various makes of heavy equipment, specialized mechanical equipment; emergency vehicles such as Law Enforcement vehicles; heavy industrial equipment such as power shovels, graders, backhoes, dozers, snow blowers, front loaders, rollers, sweepers, forklift, woodchippers, and other Parks owned equipment.
• Inspects, diagnoses, and makes repairs to light industrial/commercial grounds equipment such as pumps, generators, farm equipment and implements, and lawn mowing equipment.
• Operates hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment such as grinders, vacuum gauge, voltage and regulator tester, wheel balancer, drill press, wheel pullers, lathes, jacks, air tools, OBD diagnostic scanner, digital volt meters, computerized diagnostic devices and software, emission testers, and various other equipment used in heavy and/or industrial/commercial equipment repair.
• Performs diagnostics, repair and maintenance of steering and suspension systems, hydraulic systems, air brake systems, computer control systems, and safety systems.
• Rebuilds engines, transmissions, and differentials.
• Road tests vehicles and equipment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Option 1

• A minimum of 5 years of full-time journey-level experience diagnosing and complete rebuilding of various makes and models of gas-powered vehicles
• and 5 years of full-time journey-level experience diagnosing and complete rebuilding of various makes and models of on and off highway heavy equipment and diesel trucks and trailers
• and a valid unrestricted (except for corrective lenses) driver's license.

Option 2

• An associate's degree in Automotive and Diesel technology from an accredited school
• and 3 years of full-time journey-level experience diagnosing and complete rebuilding of various makes and models of gas-powered vehicles
• and 3 years of full-time journey-level experience diagnosing and complete rebuilding of various make and models of on and off highway heavy equipment and diesel trucks and trailers
• and a valid unrestricted (except for corrective lenses) driver's license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to operate state motor vehicles, and various hand and power tools.
• Effective written and oral communication skills and recollection of verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to solve problems and make independent reasonable decisions.
• Take action to learn and grow, considering and incorporating new information and different perspectives.
• Ability to take action to meet the needs of others, collaborating with others to overcome challenges and find solutions.
• In depth understanding of gas/diesel engines, transmissions, drivetrains, and differentials.
• Ability to use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, scanners, computers.
• Ability to read/understand wiring diagrams and interpret complex service manuals, schematics, and diagnostic flow charts.
• Knowledge of complex hydraulic systems and controls.
• Independent troubleshooting/repair ability.
• Proficiency with a wide array of hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment like hydraulic presses, gas torches, vehicle lifting/hoists.
• Adaptability to keep up with rapidly changing vehicle technologies (heavy and light emissions systems, and alternate power sources).

Desired Qualifications

• Two years of professional/journey-level experience fabricating and welding.
• ASE certifications.
• Specialized manufacture training.
• Class A CDL / manual transmission endorsement.

Uniform: All Equipment Technicians are required to wear a uniform (coverall laundry services will be provided).

Working Conditions

Position works four days a week, 10 hours a day. Core working hours are typically 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Thursday. Work schedule and hours may be flexible to meet business needs.

Work tasks vary, which require working with and interacting with park staff, private contractors, and the public. Work is performed inside a heavy equipment repair shop environment which may expose you to loud noises and engine, gas, solvent fumes. Working in the shop or field in all weather conditions.

Work tasks will require crawling, squatting, lying on back, climbing ladders, reaching above head, pushing and pulling, turning and twisting, sitting up for one hour without breaks, uneven surfaces, using fine motor skills (grabbing, pinching, etc.) hand and eye coordination. Performing duties/standing for 45-minutes, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs., operating small combustible engines, driving motorized vehicles up to two hours without a break, working in confined spaces, heights to 25 feet above ground level, and working around loud noises within safety limits. Occasional travel is required for annual training/maintenance conference.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.

EEO Statement

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build a workplace culture that is welcoming and inclusive in which all employees feel respected and empowered to bring their unique ideas to the agency. At State Parks, we believe that embracing diverse backgrounds and experiences is essential to growing a strong workforce. We encourage applicants underrepresented in natural resources and outdoor recreation fields to apply, including but not limited to women, Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, persons over 40 years of age, and individuals who identify as a part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.