Maintenance & Scale Technician - MM4

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

Job summary

Washington State Patrol's Facilities Management Section seeks a skilled trades professional to maintain and certify scales and facility systems across district offices, truck weigh stations, training academies, and other agency sites.

You will supervise maintenance personnel, read plans/blueprints, direct crews, coordinate with vendors, and perform or oversee carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and related trades.

Qualifications

• Valid WA State Driver’s License or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to interpret drawings/blueprints and use hand/power tools.
• One of the following: 4+ years in building trades (HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical, locksmith/security); or Certified welder with 4+ years’ experience; or 2+ years in scale installation/repair/certification.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.
• Physically able to lift 75 lbs, climb ladders, and work extended shifts.
• Self-motivated and safety-conscious with problem-solving skills.
• Must obtain Class A CDL and scale certification within 2 years (training provided).

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Blueprint reading

Tool usage

Safety-conscious

Class A CDL

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Description

About The Agency & Division

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.

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.

About The Position

This employee represents the Property Management Division and the Washington State Patrol; and will provide professional customer service to customers, vendors, contractors, peers, and employees. This employee works as a team to maintain, repair, and certify static and portable truck scales. This employee may oversee work performed by Vendors or Sub-Contractors on Agency equipment and facilities. This employee works alone or with other trades staff consisting of painting, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and other construction trades.

Responsibilities

• 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 Environment & Hazards

• Operate scale test truck (Class B CDL) and tractor/trailer (Class A CDL).
• Outdoor tasks include ladder work, welding, confined spaces, heavy lifting.
• Indoor tasks include electrical calibration and high/low voltage testing.
• Exposure to weather, traffic, electrical risks, air quality concerns, and heavy equipment.

Travel

• Overnight, statewide travel required approx. 42 weeks/year.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Valid WA State Driver’s License (or obtain within 30 days).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to interpret drawings/blueprints and use hand/power tools.
• One of the following:
  • 4+ years in building trades (HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical, locksmith/security).
  • Certified welder with 4+ years’ experience.
  • 2+ years in scale installation/repair/certification.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.
• Physically able to lift 75 lbs, climb ladders, and work extended shifts.
• Self-motivated and safety-conscious with problem-solving skills.
• Must obtain Class A CDL and scale certification within 2 years (training provided).

Conditions Of Employment

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

Why Work for the Washington State Patrol?

• 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.

Benefits

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Insurance Benefits: Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs. Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well‑being of employees.

Retirement And Deferred Compensation: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre‑tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security: All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness: If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays: Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information. Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday. Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro‑rated basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave: Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave. Sick leave accruals for part‑time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave): Full‑time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357‑31‑165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full‑time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave. Part‑time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357‑31‑165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro‑rated basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. As provided in WAC 357‑58‑175, an employer may authorize a lump‑sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357‑31‑165.

Military Leave: Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave: Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave: Leave Sharing – Parental Leave – Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) – Leave Without Pay. Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

Questions? Please contact Erica Henderson at (360) 704‑2293 or via e‑mail at [e-mail].