Coatings and Corrosion Specialist

King County Water and Land Resources Division -WA; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

King County Water and Land Resources Division -WA seeks a Coatings and Corrosion Specialist in Seattle, WA. This role leverages coatings knowledge, technical skills, and cost-estimating expertise to support WTD Conveyance and Treatment projects from planning through completion.

You will contribute to conveyance projects, pump station and treatment plant upgrades, and work in a collaborative, equity-focused team that values innovative problem solving and cross-disciplinary coordination.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working with construction bid packages and developing cost estimates or bids representing either the owner, contractor, or consultant.
• Demonstrated experience in solving complex technical issues within a multi-discipline work environment.
• Proficient in software that supports the delivery of required work products, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and databases, as well as any technical or specialty software programs required to perform the job functions.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction service and inspection; review shop drawings and technical documentation; advise on contractor compliance with contract documents; review change orders.
• Serve as technical subject matter expert on traditional wastewater projects requiring coatings and linings.
• Develop and manage work order contracts and documents; prepare cost estimates to comply with bidding policy.
• Perform facility inspections to gauge corrosion severity and provide rehabilitation cost estimates.
• Maintain relationships with coatings, corrosion rehab, and sealant industries to improve engineering standards.

Skills

Bid packages

Cost estimates

Technical issues

Microsoft Office

Databases

Job description

Coatings and Corrosion Specialist

Salary
$62.48 - $79.20 Hourly

Location
King Street Center - 201 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA

Job Type
Career Service (Exec)

Job Number
2026-28080

Department
DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks

Division
Wastewater Treatment

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit
W4 : TEA-WTD, DNRP-Staff

Full- or Part-Time
Full Time

Hours/Week
40 hours/week

Summary

This position provides an opportunity for utilization of coatings knowledge, technical skills, and cost estimating skills, while working collaboratively with multiple teams to improve the WTD Conveyance and Treatment systems through innovative problem solving, project planning and design, from inception to completion of multiple simultaneous projects.

About the Role:

We are dedicated public servants whose mission is to protect public health and enhance the environment by collecting and treating wastewater while recycling valuable resources for the Puget Sound region. This mission runs through all our work that requires tackling interesting and challenging projects. We instill a supportive work culture that is open to new ideas and methods.

Candidates will be involved in conveyance projects, pump station upgrades, and treatment plant upgrades.

The following are on-going or upcoming projects: Corrosion Repairs On-Call. Joint Sealant and Grouting On-call. Roofing project. West Point Raw Sewage Pump Replacement. West Point RAS Piping Rehab. West Point Gate Replacement. Mouth of the Duwamish CSO. Carnation TP Membrane Tank Painting. Brightwater TP Membrane Tank Failed Coating Remediation.

This position follows a hybrid work model, blending remote and in-person work.

About the Team:
King County is committed to equity and diversity in the workplace. In addition, the county is committed to recruiting and maintaining a quality workforce that shares our guiding principles: collaborative, service-oriented, results-focused, accountable, innovative, professional, fair and just. The conveyance inspection unit embodies these values and is a great team to work for enabling its team members to utilize their skills and free thinking to solve problems.

Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With over 1000 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. Success for us means upholding our legacy while promising future generations a pristine environment.

We partner with regulatory agencies to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that services over 2.3 million King County residents. Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to safeguard our precious water resources.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Coatings and Corrosion Specialist, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.

Job Duties

Perform Construction Service and Inspection. Perform field inspections, review shop drawings and technical documentation on products submitted by contractors, assist in the interpretation of specifications, advise on contractor compliance with contract documents, and review change orders when required by field personnel or as required by law.

Serve as technical subject matter expert on more traditional wastewater projects that require coatings and linings.

Develop and manage work order contracts and work orders. Prepare and assist in the development of public works and procurement contract documents and cost estimates to comply with County and State public bidding policy.

Perform facility inspections in order to gauge severity of corrosion of wastewater assets and make rehabilitation recommendations with rough cost estimates.

Maintain an active relationship with the coatings, corrosion rehabilitation, and sealant industries in order to make suggestions for improvements to WTD's Engineering standards.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Qualifications You Bring:

Demonstrated experience working with construction bid packages and developing cost estimates or bids representing either the owner, contractor, or consultant

Demonstrated experience in solving complex technical issues within a multi-discipline work environment.

Proficient in software that supports the delivery of required work products, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and databases, as well as any technical or specialty software programs required to perform the job functions.

Competencies You Bring:

Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

Cultivates Innovation: Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.

Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.

Optimizes Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Drives Engagement: Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.

Self-Development: Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.

Manages Ambiguity: Operating effectively, even when things are not certain, or the way forward is not clear.

Nimble Learning: Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.

Situational Adaptability: Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

A valid Washington State driver's license, and a complete 5-year Driving Abstract from the Dept. of Licensing (to be provided before a final offer)

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

NACE/AMPP Senior Coating Inspector or Concrete Coating Inspector certifications

Demonstrated experience preparing contract documents

Knowledge of industrial, marine, wastewater, or water protective coatings.

Ability to develop coordinated design documents, including but not limited to, plans, specifications, and cost estimates that meet County Standards and public bidding requirements.

Ability to develop, implement, monitor, and report on all aspects of an assigned capital project which include, but are not limited to, project goals and objectives, success factors, scope, schedule, budget, and change control.

Ability to use collaborative processes to successfully execute projects involving a diverse group of individuals from a matrixed organization.

Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals from consultants, elected officials, the general public, Operations and Maintenance, other County staff, and other stakeholders is essential in ensuring that project schedules and contracts follow County standards.

Knowledge and awareness of racial bias and inequalities. Skills to identify and successfully address racial inequities in the workplace and in the services provided to customers and stakeholders.

Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:

Work Location: The Engineering team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson, Seattle, Washington 98104. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an Internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
Union Representation: This position is represented by Technical Employees’ Association (TEA) - Wastewater Treatment Division