Maintenance Mechanic 3 (MM3) - Chehalis

State of Washington; Chehalis (WA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic 3 to perform skilled maintenance, repair, and preventive maintenance of buildings, equipment, mechanical systems, plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC and other facility infrastructure within the Green Hill School campus, a Juvenile Rehabilitation maximum security facility that provides treatment services for younger offenders.

Qualifications

• Four years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction or Repair work.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in skilled mechanic trade.
• Previously demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Previously demonstrated experience and knowledge in several trades at a journey level.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests, troubleshoot and repair equipment, perform inspections, maintain work areas and records.
• Help ensure the facility remains safe, secure, functional, and compliant with Washington state requirements.
• Provide guidance to other maintenance staff and coordinate work with contractors and facility personnel.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on facility systems and equipment.

Job description

Our vision is to ensure that "Washington state's children and youth grow up safe and healthy - thriving physically, emotionally and educationally, nurtured by family and community."

Job Class: Maintenance Mechanic 3

Location: Chehalis, WA

Closes: Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Salary: $66,072 - $76,608 Yearly - The salary does not include an additional 5% premium pay for employees working in an on-site 24/7 facility.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is accepting applications for a Maintenance Mechanic 3 to perform skilled maintenance, repair, and preventive maintenance of buildings, equipment, mechanical systems, plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC and other facility infrastructure within the Green Hill School campus, a Juvenile Rehabilitation maximum security facility that provides treatment services for younger offenders.

The Opportunity:

You will respond to maintenance requests, troubleshoot and repair equipment, perform inspections, maintain work areas and records, and help ensure the facility remains safe, secure, functional, and compliant with Washington state requirements. This role will also provide guidance to other maintenance staff and coordinate work with contractors and facility personnel.

Some of what you will do:

Perform scheduled and routine preventative maintenance to keep facility systems and equipment operating safely, reliably, and efficiently. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical, and other facility systems.
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, equipment, fixtures, doors, hardware, and utility systems to identify potential problems or safety concerns.
• Clean, lubricate, adjust, test, and service equipment according to established schedules and manufacturer recommendations.
• Replace routine maintenance items such as filters, belts, bearings, valves, fittings, hardware, and electrical components as needed.
• Document inspection, maintenance performed, equipment deficiencies, and follow-up needs.
• Assist with planning future repairs and replacements based on the condition and performance of facility equipment and systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance safely while following facility security procedures and minimizing disruption to resident programs and daily operations.
• Perform snow, ice, storm, or other weather-related facility response activities.
• Provide support during inspections, audits, contractor visits, and facility projects.
• Assist with moving, installation, setup, or removal of equipment and furnishings when required.

Required Qualifications:

Four years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction or Repair work.

OR

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in skilled mechanic trade.

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:

• Previously demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Previously demonstrated experience and knowledge in several trades at a journey level.

Supplemental Information:

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington's children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our goal to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you are excited about this role but you believe that your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.

Applicants selected for an interview are required to pass a national fingerprint background check and complete a questionnaire mandated by the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) inquiring about any sexual misconduct. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but is considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.

This position requires at least two years of driving experience and a valid driver's license.

This position is in a bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, NGB Form 22 or Predischarge Certification (issued not more than 120 days prior to End of Term of Service (ETS) by date of submission). If claiming preference based on Predischarge Certification, individual will be required to provide their official discharge documentation, such as a DD form 214, NGB form 22, or equivalent, within 30 days after the date of discharge. Please blackout (redact) the social security number before attaching any documents. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.

DCYF participates in the federal E-Verify program. The selected candidate must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States, consistent with E-Verify requirements, on their first day of employment.

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