Maintenance Mechanic 3

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State University is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic 3 to plan, coordinate, and perform routine and emergency maintenance on dining facilities, equipment and systems. You will lead maintenance staff, provide technical guidance, and help ensure safe and reliable operations in Student Affairs facilities.

This full-time, 100% FTE role offers healthcare, retirement and tuition benefits, with a compensation range reflecting experience and RSBU standards.

Qualifications

• High school graduation plus four years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction or repair work.
• One year of journey-level experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction, or repair work; apprenticeship in a skilled mechanic trade is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and perform routine and emergency maintenance and repairs on facilities, equipment and systems in dining facilities.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to maintenance staff involved in maintenance, operation and alteration of dining facilities.
• Ensure safe, efficient and reliable facility operations and compliance with applicable policies.

Skills

General maintenance

Facility operations

Leadership

Education

High school diploma

Skilled trade apprenticeship

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

October 11, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):

626L-YN_CS_NPS - Maintenance Mechanic 3

Business Title:

Maintenance Mechanic 3

Employee Type:

Classified

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

As the Maintenance Mechanic 3 for Auxiliary Facilities Services, you will plan, coordinate, and perform routine and emergency maintenance and repairs on facilities, equipment, and systems within Student Affairs-operated dining facilities. You will provide technical expertise, guidance, and leadership to maintenance staff involved in the maintenance, operation, and alteration of dining facilities, helping to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable facility operations.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary:

$5,506 to $6,384 | Range 51G | Steps G - M | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits:

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

• High school graduation and four years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction or repair work or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a skilled mechanic trade and one year of journey-level experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction, or repair work or equivalent education/experience.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with pumps, motors and electrical.
• Experience with building control systems.
• Experience maintaining and repairing weight and cardio equipment.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility:

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department/College/Area/ Campus

- studentaffairs.wsu.edu

Area/College: Student Affairs
Department Name: Auxiliary Facilities Services
Location: Pullman, WA

Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.

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More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/