MAINTENANCE MECHANIC 4

Washington State Patrol; Tumwater (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Telework options

Career growth opportunities

Veterans recognition

Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Job summary

Washington State Patrol seeks a facilities maintenance professional to oversee maintenance personnel and repair of plant machinery, utilities, and scales across district sites statewide.

You will read plans and blueprints, direct trades workers, and ensure compliance with codes. The role requires CDL readiness, lifting up to 75 pounds, and strong safety and customer-service focus.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to read working drawings and blueprints.
• Demonstrate ability to use basic hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• 4+ years in construction/building trades or welding; or 2+ years with scales/certifications; CDL training later.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance personnel and repair/modify plant machinery and building equipment.
• Read plans, inspect projects for code compliance, and estimate materials and costs.
• Provide input on future projects; may direct construction crews on site; maintain facilities across sites.

Skills

Self-starter

Teamwork

Customer service

Adaptability

Hazard awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Welder certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

If you answer YES to any of these questions this is the perfect opportunity for you!

• Are you a self-starter with an interest in providing clerical support?
• Do you thrive in a team environment?
• Do you want a position with career growth opportunities?

About the Agency & Division:

The Washington State Patrol is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to foster an environment in which everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, communicate openly, and act with courage. The WSP is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices through innovative recruitment and retention strategies.

The Facilities Management Section is responsible for maintaining all the facilities which are used to support the core mission of the Washington State Patrol. This position provides facility maintenance at district headquarters, detachment offices, truck weigh stations, radio communication sites, Shelton training academy, fire training academy, truck scales, drug scales, and other agency portable truck scales.

This position supports the core mission of the Washington State Patrol by ensuring all facilities repairs are completed in a timely manner.

This position is responsible for:

• Providing oversight of maintenance personnel, repair, and modification of plant machinery and mechanical equipment, special apparatus, utilities, fabrication and maintenance of scales, and maintenance of facilities.
• Directs journey-level trade workers and others engaged in maintenance, repair, and modifications to building equipment, machinery, power plants, and heavy equipment.
• Reads plans and blueprints, inspects projects to ensure compliance with local codes and WSP regulations. Determines scope of work, materials needed, and cost estimates.
• This position provides input to planning staff regarding scope of future projects. Consults with the construction staff for direction on installation details. May direct construction crews on site.
• Provides facility support as requested by supervisor.

Work Setting, including hazards:

Operation of scale test truck, Class B CDL required. Operation of tractor and trailer, Class A CDL required. Hazards to include traffic and safe operation of equipment. Static scale repairs: outside work environment, metal, concrete, climbing on ladders, using scissor lifts, electrical sign repair, and confined space environments. Hazards to include weather, traffic, electrical hazard, air quality, and extremely heavy test weights. Interior work environment to include electrical testing and indicator calibration. Hazards to include high and low voltage currents.

Travel Requirements:

Requires overnight statewide travel during scheduled work week. Roughly 42 work weeks of the year.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess the ability to read, understand, and apply working drawing and blueprints. Demonstrate ability to use basic hand and power tools safely, effectively, and efficiently.
• Must have 4+ years performing any of the following construction/building related trades: HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, concrete/masonry, painting, electrical, cabinetry, building security (locksmith, CCTV, card access, and intrusion alarms) to provide maintenance on buildings and grounds throughout the state.

-OR-

Must be a certified welder and have 4+ years welding.

-OR-

Must have 2+ years performing installation, repairs, and/or certifications of scales and associated equipment.

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Possesses excellent customer service skills.
• Works effectively with others, while promoting a cooperative environment.
• Carefully observes and reports potential hazards, security issues and workplace safety concerns.
• Follows all relevant policies and procedures.
• Conveys a willingness to help and respects the opinion of others.
• Promotes cooperation and an eagerness and capacity to learn new skills.
• Must be able to quickly adapt in an ever-changing environment.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to analyze problems and adjust work procedures.
• Encourages open communications to achieve mutual understandings.
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds repeatedly.
• Must be able to climb a ladder.
• Must be able to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be a self-starter who can see a project through to completion.
• Must obtain a Class A CDL within two years of permanent hire.
• Must be qualified to certify fixed and portable truck weigh scales within two years of permanent hire.

Conditions of Employment:

• Successful completion of a pre-employment polygraph examination and background investigation.

Why work for the Washington State Patrol?

• Ahealthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
• Continuous growth and development opportunities.
• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
• Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01
• Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Applicants claiming veterans preference must attach a copy of their DD214 (SSN must be blacked out). If you do not provide the required documentation, the veterans preference will not be awarded.

The Washington State Patrol does not provide immigration sponsorship; therefore, applicants must possess work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship.

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