Field Maintenance & Scale Tech – CDL & Statewide Travel

State of Washington; Tumwater (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Washington State Patrol, Facilities Management Division, is seeking a skilled trades-focused professional to maintain and certify scales and related facilities in Tumwater, WA, with statewide travel. The role may involve supervising contractors and coordinating with various trades teams.

Responsibilities include reading plans, directing maintenance work, and ensuring safety and code compliance. A CDL may be pursued; the position requires strong customer service and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Valid WA Driver’s License (or obtain within 30 days).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to read drawings/blueprints and use hand/power tools.
• Options: 4+ years in building trades or certified welder with 4+ years or 2+ years in scale installation/repair/certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance personnel and repair/modification of plant machinery, scales, and facilities.
• Direct journey-level trades and others in maintenance, repair, and modifications to building equipment, machinery, power plants, and heavy equipment.
• Read plans/blueprints, inspect projects to ensure compliance with local codes and WSP regulations; determine scope, materials, and cost estimates.
• Provide input to planning staff regarding scope of future projects; may direct on-site construction crews.
• Provide facility support as requested by supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Blueprint reading

Reading plans

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Washington State Patrol, Facilities Management Division, is seeking a skilled trades-focused professional to maintain and certify scales and related facilities in Tumwater, WA, with statewide travel. The role may involve supervising contractors and coordinating with various trades teams.

Responsibilities include reading plans, directing maintenance work, and ensuring safety and code compliance. A CDL may be pursued; the position requires strong customer service and teamwork.