MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST 4

Washington State Department of Correction; Monroe (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote/telework/flexible schedules (if

Up to 25 paid vacations days a year

8 hours of paid sick leave per month

12 paid holidays a year

Generous retirement plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Dependent Care Assistance

Deferred Compensation

Job summary

Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking a Maintenance Specialist 4 at the Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) in Monroe, WA. The role combines technical leadership across trades with supervisory responsibilities, including payroll, attendance, and budgets, while overseeing welding and grounds operations and safety programs.

The position requires a high school diploma, a valid WA driver’s license, and several years of mechanical trades experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Must have and maintain a valid Washington state driver’s license.
• Four or more years of experience as a Mechanical tradesman or Mechanical supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and supervise work in two trades (HVAC, Plumbing, Steam, Carpentry, Mechanical, Welding, Groundskeeping, and/or Wastewater).
• Serve as lead supervisor with administration responsibilities (tracking, payroll, attendance, budgets).
• Oversee MCC Maintenance Mechanics in welding and grounds operations.
• Lead MCC Safety Programs (Fall Protection, Fire Extinguishers, Lockout/Tagout, confined space).

Skills

Supervisory knowledge

Problem solving

Reading technical drawings

Communication

Plan interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Equivalent educational experience

Tools

Welding equipment familiarity

Job description

Maintenance Specialist 4 – Teamsters

Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC)

Full-time – Permanent

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Maintenance Specialist 4 (MS4) at the Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC), located in Monroe, WA. This bulletin may be used to fill multiple MS4 vacancies at MCC as they occur. The Department of Corrections, as a partner in the criminal justice system, enhances public safety, administers criminal sanctions and programs in accordance with the law, and provides leadership for the future of corrections in Washington State. The Department consists of the Office of the Secretary, Prisons Division, Community Corrections Division, Administrative Services Division, and Health Services.

Facility Profile:

The Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) is a 2400-bed male all-custody level facility located 30 miles northeast of Seattle. Employing approximately 1200 staff, the complex consists of five major units: the Washington State Reformatory Unit (WSRU), Sky River Treatment Center (SRTC), Twin Rivers Unit (TRU), Intensive Management Unit (IMU), and the Minimum-Security Unit (MSU). Services provided at the Monroe Correctional Complex include custody and security, classification, education, incarcerated work programs, health care (both patient and outpatient), mental health care, sex offense treatment, food service, maintenance, personnel, recreation, volunteer services, religious services, library services, Incarcerated Individual records, visiting and extended family visits.

Whether the work is inside a prison, in community corrections, or in an administrative office, the Washington State Department of Corrections professional staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which all Incarcerated Individuals can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society.

Tasks include:

• Provide technical leadership, supervise and perform work in two different trades, including but not limited to HVAC, Plumbing, Steam, Carpentry, Mechanical, Welding, Groundskeeping and/or Wastewater Treatment.
• This position is a lead supervisor that has administration responsibilities of tracking, payroll, attendance and budgets for shop supplies and projects.
• Oversee the shops, work and training of MCC Maintenance Mechanics working in the welding and grounds operations.
• Lead Role and responsibilities of managing MCC Safety Programs such as Fall Protection, Fire Extingushers, Lock out tag out, confine space etc.

Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must have and maintain a valid Washington state drivers license
• Four or more years of experience as a Mechanical tradesman or Mechanical supervisor

Or:

• Two or more years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic 4 or supervisory position in such a trade
• Equivalent educational experience

And:

• Supervisory knowledge and experience.
• Principles and practices of mechanical, welding, electrical systems and labor management.
• Familiarity with welding metal fabrication, mechanical sytems and equipment.
• Familiarity with local building codes, safety and related LNI, OSHA regulations.
• Ability to use sound judgment, demonstrate problem solving on difficult maintenance and project problems.
• Understand and interpret written and oral directions, specifications, and plans.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, documents, and specifications.

Desired:

• Knowledge and awareness of local and state building codes.
• Working knowledge and the ability to operate hand and power tools common to the trades.
• Knowledgeand ability to operate various light and heavy equipment.
• Ability to effectively communicate, supervise, train, and instruct staff engaged in various phases of new construction and facility maintenance.
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience working in a correctional setting.

Vision: Working together for safer communities.

Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

References and Application Requirements:

• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
• A resume is not an adequate substitute for job history on your application. The job history section must be filled out for your application to be considered complete.
• Incomplete applications WILL NOT be considered.
• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre‑employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self‑defense and/or de‑escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.
• Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Under rare circumstances this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.
• DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I‑9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form.
• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
• This position may be represented by a collective bargaining unit.

What We Offer:

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail] or call [phone]. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.