DSHS FTAA Equipment Technician 3

State of Washington; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Orca Card transportation

5% on-site premium pay for three days

20% assignment pay for heavy equipment

Job summary

The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) seeks a FTAA Equipment Technician 3 in Lakewood to perform journey-level inspections, diagnose and repair heavy equipment, and manage parts procurement under supervision.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED with 3 years of experience in preventative maintenance or vocational training in heavy equipment repair. CDL is desirable; on-site work may include premium pay under certain conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus three years of experience in preventative maintenance and repairs assisting a journey level mechanic.
• Vocational training in heavy equipment repair may substitute years of experience, or an apprenticeship may count toward qualifications.
• One year of journey-level experience maintaining and repairing heavy equipment can qualify you.
• Journeylevel standing recognized by a labor union may substitute for other minimums.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair vehicles over 15,000 GVW and heavy equipment such as trucks, backhoes, and sweepers.
• Inspect facility-owned equipment and vehicles and coordinate repairs as needed.
• Operate shop equipment including grinders, vacuum gauges, and wheel balancers.
• Arrange for demonstrations and testing of new equipment to meet department needs.
• Maintain documentation and issue equipment and keys as required.
• Back up Equipment Technician Supervisor and familiarize with campus policies.

Skills

CDL desired

Heavy equipment familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational technical training in heavy equipment repair

Apprenticeship completion

Tools

Grinders

Vacuum gauge

Wheel balancer

Lathe

Drill press

Job description

DSHS FTAA Equipment Technician 3

We're looking for an equipment technician to perform journey level inspections, troubleshoot and diagnoses, service, and make minor mechanical repairs on all types of equipment used on the facility grounds, vehicles, buses, tractor-trailers and large & small street sweeper equipment. You will work directly for an Equipment Technician Supervisor to analyze needs and draft purchase requisitions for procurement of new and replacement of commercial, industrial, and agency specialized parts and equipment.

Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary. Those hired to for this opportunity may be entitled to an additional 20% assignment pay due to Heavy Equipment Maintenance work greater than 26,000 lbs.

Some of what you'll do:

• Inspect, diagnose, and make needed repairs to vehicles over 15,000 GVW, mechanical equipment such as specialty trucks, backhoes, heavy trucks and accessories, snow blowers, loaders, sweepers, oil distributors, catch basin cleaners, and all other state-owned equipment used in facility maintenance and engineering
• Inspect, diagnose, and make repairs to facility owned equipment and vehicles
• Operate shop equipment such as grinders, vacuum gauge, voltage and regulator tester, wheel balancer, drill press, wheel pullers, lathes, jacks, air tools and other equipment used in heavy and/or industrial/commercial equipment repair
• Arrange for demonstration and testing of new industrial commercial equipment to analyze potential for meeting department requirements
• Issue equipment and keys as needed
• Inspect vehicles prior to dispatching and upon returning to the facility
• Equipment Technician 3 will back up the Equipment Technician Supervisor
• Get familiarized with the campus, policies and procedures
• Complete all required training
• Manage the repairs of hospital equipment and vehicles
• Stay up to date on documentation regarding equipment

Who should apply?

• High school graduation or possession of a GED certificate AND three years of experience in the performance of preventative maintenance and repairs assisting a journey level mechanic.
• Successful completion of vocational technical training in heavy equipment and/or industrial/commercial equipment repair, including welding may substitute year for year for up to two years of experience,
• OR one year of experience as a journey-level mechanic maintaining and repairing heavy-duty equipment,
• OR journey-level standing as a heavy equipment and/or industrial/commercial mechanic as demonstrated by completion of a recognized apprenticeship;
• OR by journey-level standing as recognized by a labor union
• A valid state driver's license is required
• Two years of experience as a maintenance worker in building and equipment maintenance, construction, and/or repair/work
• Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration

What we're looking for:

• Ability to work a variety of systems; WSH has a collection of equipment ranging from 50 plus years of age to the newest technology available today
• Code knowledge regarding life safety equipment such as generators
• Being able to adapt to equipment that ranges in 50 years
• CDL desired for the position; this ensures they can operate the vehicle they are repairing

Along with your online application, please submit:

• Current Resume
• Cover Letter

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Questions?

Please contact [e-mail] or call Talent Acquisition 360-725-5810 and reference job number 07242.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at [phone]. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

Relationship and Reporting Structure (Nebutism) Disclosure: If you are selected for hire, you must disclose whether you have a relative, household member, close friend, or romantic partner within your potential supervisory chain of command. DSHS has a Relationships and the Reporting Structure policy that prohibits nepotism and can be reviewed here. Applicants whose appointment would result in a prohibited reporting relationship are not eligible for appointment to that position.

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