Maintenance Mechanic 3

wsu; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation leave

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, life and disability保险

Retirement

Deferred compensation

Training and development

Employee tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic 3 to maintain dining facilities and related equipment on campus in Pullman, WA. You will plan, coordinate, and perform routine and emergency maintenance with a focus on safety and reliability.

The role requires a high school diploma and skilled mechanic experience, with a valid driver's license by time of hire. This full-time position includes paid leave, retirement benefits, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school graduation and 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 or equivalent education/experience.
• Must have or obtain a valid driver's license by time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and perform routine and emergency maintenance and repairs on facilities, equipment, and systems within dining facilities.
• Provide technical expertise, guidance, and leadership to maintenance staff.
• Help ensure safe, efficient, and reliable facility operations.

Skills

General maintenance

Repair work

Plan and coordinate work

Leadership

Education

High school graduation

Apprenticeship in skilled mechanic trade

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:

• 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.

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

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 Calle

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.