Industrial Maintenance Mechanical Lead - South Plant

King County; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

King County is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Lead to oversee high-level repairs on pumps, blowers, gearboxes, and piping at the South Treatment Plant in Renton, WA. You will lead a team of 11 mechanics, coordinate maintenance activities, and mentor junior staff to ensure safe, reliable operations.

The role emphasizes collaboration with operations, effective planning, and adherence to King County safety and equity values while maintaining a strong workmanship standard in a unionized

Qualifications

• Journey-level industrial mechanical maintenance or millwright experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, manuals.
• Knowledge of safety standards including lockout/tagout and confined space.
• Ability to document work in a CMMS (e.g., Maximo).
• Willingness to train and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise 11 mechanics for maintenance on plant equipment.
• Train and mentor entry-level maintenance personnel.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate maintenance activities and parts.
• Provide technical guidance on repairs and maintenance strategies.
• Inspect work for safety, quality, and continuous improvement opportunities.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Millwright

Blueprints & schematics

Lockout/Tagout

Communication

Tools

Maximo

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measuring tools

Welding basics

Job description

This is a transfer opportunity, and first consideration is given to qualified transfer-eligible employees in the same classification. If no qualified transfer-eligible candidate is selected, external applicants will be considered.

About the Role:

Working as part of a team, this person will apply their maintenance experience to lead and perform high-level repairs on a variety of rotating mechanical equipment, including—but not limited to—biosolids decanting blowers, influent and effluent pumps, biogas scrubbing compressors, gearboxes, conveyance systems, and multiple piping systems.

The ideal candidate is goal-oriented and contributes to a safe, collaborative, and positive work environment. They will support a team culture focused on effective communication, working closely with other groups, and following good shop practices to maintain a high standard of workmanship.

About the Team:

Employees in WTD play a key role in the environmental stewardship of the local community while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. This position provides the opportunity to work collaboratively on major projects and repairs involving pumps, piping, gearboxes, and other critical plant equipment.

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 an Industrial Maintenance Mechanical Lead, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.

Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Lead and supervise a team of 11 mechanics responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, overhauling, and performing routine planned maintenance on mechanical equipment supporting the East Section South Plant facility
• Train, mentor, and develop entry-level maintenance personnel in the safe and effective maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and overhaul of complex mechanical equipment, including pumps, motors, grinders, blowers, compressors, centrifuges, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, scrub gas compressors, and related systems
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate mechanical maintenance and repair activities, ensuring the availability of required parts, tools, specialized equipment, staffing, and external repair resources. Coordinate work with Operations and other maintenance teams to minimize equipment downtime and maintain reliable facility operations
• Perform complex mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and failure analysis while providing technical expertise and guidance to maintenance personnel on equipment repairs, maintenance strategies, and corrective actions
• Inspect work in progress and completed work to ensure compliance with trade standards, established schedules, safety requirements, and quality expectations. Monitor work quality and productivity, identify opportunities for continuous improvement, and recommend effective solutions to technical and operational challenges

Qualifications You Bring:

• Journey level Industrial Mechanical Maintenance or Millwright Work Experience in an industrial maintenance environment
• Skill in safely using hand and power tools, precision measuring instruments, and machine tools (lathes, mills, drill presses); ability to perform basic welding and fabrication for equipment repair
• Ability to understand and apply information from blueprints, schematics, manuals, and preventive maintenance procedures
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards, including lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and proper handling of hazardous materials
• Ability to work collaboratively with coworkers and other trades; communicate effectively in writing and verbally; and accurately document work in a computerized maintenance management system (e.g., Maximo)

Required Competencies:

• Decision Quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Values Differences:Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Organizational Savvy: Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics.
• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• A valid Washington State Drivers License.

Working Conditions:

• Work Location: South Treatment Plant - 1200 Monster Rd SW, Renton, WA 98057
• 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 SEIU Local 925 - Wastewater Treatment Division.

King County's Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values unite us.

King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here.

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