Maintenance Mechanic 4 - Statewide Scale Technician

State of Washington
Tumwater, Washington
Full Time

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Salary

$66,012.00 - $76,608.00 Annually

Location

Thurston County - Tumwater, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Job Number

0328_MM4_PMD_011024

Department

Washington State Patrol

Division

Property Management Division

Opening Date

06/25/2025

Closing Date

7/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary Information

The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step

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Description

This recruitment will remain open until July 25, 2025. The agency reserves the right to make a hiring decision after the initial screening of applicants on July 9, 2025. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

The salary listed above does not include the 3% general wage increase effective July 1, 2025.

The property Management Division is hiring for a Maintenance Mechanic 4 (MM4) position.

The position is located in Tumwater, WA. The employee in this position would be required to work throughout the state which also requires overnight stays during the scheduled work week. Roughly 42 work weeks of the year.

About the Agency:

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.

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.

About the Division:

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.

Duties

Responsibilities:

Provide maintenance, repairs, and certification of static truck scales, portable truck scales, and digital balance gram scales, including the use of hand and power tools, welding, painting, electrical, and electronics testing.
Performs facility maintenance as needed, consisting of carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, drywall, and locksmithing.
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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Must possess a valid, unrestricted Washington State Driver's License or able to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
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.

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

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.
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. (Provided in house)
Must be qualified to certify fixed and portable truck weigh scales within two years of permanent hire. (Provided in house)

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.

Supplemental Information

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

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. Please click hereto determine your eligibility.

Questions?

Please contact Erica Henderson at ... or via e-mail at ...

More than Just a Paycheck!

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.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

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. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

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.

Note: 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-rata 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 rata 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.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

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, are entitled to three (3) 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 12-31-2022

No additional point value is given for questions 1-3. Have you ever worked for the Washington State Patrol (WSP)?

If you answered "yes" to question #1, what month/year were you last employed with WSP?

If you answered "yes" to question #1, what district/division were you assigned to prior to separation from WSP?

+WSP-PBE01 - The Washington State Patrol has strict hiring standards for all employees within our agency. Carefully review questions 5 - 23 and respond honestly. If you are selected to move forward in the hiring process, you will be required to respond to these questions during a polygraph test. UNTRUTHFUL RESPONSES WILL RESULT IN YOUR PERMANENT DISQUALIFICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITH OUR AGENCY. "POSSESSION" is defined as having actual physical control of any illegal (non-prescribed) drug for personal use with the intent to commit a crime. "USE" is defined as trying, testing, or experimenting - which includes but is not limited to - tasting, smoking, injecting, absorbing, sniffing, or inhaling. Do you understand the importance of answering these questions honestly AND that untruthful responses will permanently disqualify you from employment with our agency?

+WSP-PBE02 - For the questions related to past drug use, definitions of illegal Schedule 1-5 drugs are listed here for your reference: Schedule I (RCW 69.50.204) - Examples could include: Codeine, Heroin, Morphine, Ecstasy, LSD, Peyote, GHB, Methaqualone, Cannabis, etc. Schedule II (RCW 69.50.206) - Examples could include: Opium, Cocaine, Codeine, Hydrocodone, Oxycodone, Methadone, Methamphetamine, Amphetamine, Depressants, Hallucinogenic substances, etc. Schedule III (RCW 69.50.208) - Examples could include: Stimulants, Depressants, Hallucinogens, Ketamine, Anabolic steroids, Hallucinogenic substances, etc. Schedule IV (RCW 69.50.210) - Examples could include: Barbital, Diazepam, Fludiazepam, Halazepam, Lorazepam, Phenobarbital, etc. Schedule V (RCW 69.50.212). Have you possessed or used any non-prescribed Schedule 1-5 drugs (except for Cannabis) over five (5) times combined within the last 10 years? This also applies to synthetic versions of these drugs.

+WSP-PBE03 - Have you possessed or used any non-prescribed Schedule 1-5 drugs (except for Cannabis) in the last three (3) years? This also applies to synthetic versions of these drugs.

+WSP-PBE05 - Have you been convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) within the last 10 years?

+WSP-PBE06 - Have you been convicted of a misdemeanor involving DUI more than once?

+WSP-PBE07 - Have you ever injected any non-prescribed illegal drugs?

+WSP-PBE08 - Have you ever knowingly trafficked, sold, offered to sell, or transported for sale any illegal drugs after age 13?

+WSP-PBE09 - Have you ever possessed or used any non-prescribed Schedule 1-5 drugs (except Cannabis) after submitting any law enforcement application?

+WSP-PBE10 - Have you ever possessed or used Heroin or its derivatives?

+WSP-PBE11 - Have you ever used or illegally possessed any non-prescribed Schedule 1-5 drugs while employed by a law enforcement agency (this includes military law enforcement)?

+WSP-PBE12 - For the following questions, the term "conviction" refers to any disposition adverse to you. A decision not to prosecute, a dismissal, or acquittal will not be considered a conviction for the purpose of these questions; however, a dismissal received after a period of probation, suspension, or deferral of prosecution or sentence will be considered a conviction for the purposes of these questions. Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

+WSP-PBE13 - Have you intentionally inhaled (huffed) any aerosol or substance (nitrous oxide, whippets, paint, glue, DXM, etc.) in the last three (3) years?

+WSP-PBE14 - Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor involving the use or possession of firearms in the commission of a crime, crimes of violence (i.e., domestic violence, assault, sex crimes, etc.), or controlled substances?

+WSP-PBE15 - Have you been convicted of a misdemeanor in the last three (3) years?

+WSP-PBE16 - Have you been convicted of a misdemeanor (other than those listed in PBE14) OVER the age of 21?

+WSP-PBE17 - Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor UNDER the age of 21?

+WSP-PBE18 - Have you been convicted of more than two (2) major moving violations (Reckless Driving, Negligent Driving 2nd Degree, etc.) in the last five years?

+WSP-PBE19 - Have you ever been convicted of a crime or had a charge reduced or dismissed for any reason?

+WSP-PBE20 - If you answered Yes to one or more questions listed in #5 through #22, you MUST provide detailed information (including dates) for each situation. NOT PROVIDING AN EXPLANATION FOR EACH YES ANSWER WILL DISQUALIFY YOU FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. If you marked No to each of these questions please type -Does not apply-.

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

Will you now or in the future require 'sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit? For purposes of this question "sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit" means "an H-IB visa petition, an 0-1 visa petition, an E-3 visa petition, TN status and 'job flexibility benefits' (also known as 1-140 portability or Adjustment of Status portability) for long-delayed adjustment of status applications that have been pending for 180 days or longer." (please contact us at the email address on the bottom of this job posting if you are uncertain whether you may need immigration sponsorship or desire clarification.)

Do you possess a valid, unrestricted Washington state drivers license or are you able to obtain one within 30 days of employment?

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Some College but no degree.
Associates Degree.
Bachelor's Degree or Higher.
None of the above.

Do you have 4 or more years professional experience performing any of the following? Your resume must include the where and the timeframe in which you gained this experience. Please select all that apply.

HVAC
Carpentry
Plumbing
Concrete/Masonry
Painting
Electrical
Cabinetry
Locksmith
CCTV
Card Access
Maintenance
Buildings and Grounds
N/A

Are you a certified welder with 4+ years welding experience?

Do you have 2+ years performing installation, repairs, and/or certifications of scales and associated equipment?

Do you have ability to lift 75 pounds repeatedly ?

Do you have the ability to climb a ladder?

Do you have a Class A CDL?

If you do not have a Class A CDL are you willing to obtain one within two years of permanent hire?

You must be qualified to certify fixed and portable truck weigh scales within two years of permanent hire. Are you willing to become certified?

Do you have a background in any of the following areas? Check all that apply.

Electronics
Electronic Scale Systems
Mechanical Lever Scale Systems
N/A

Which of the following best describes your experience working with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel, Word).

I have LESS THAN 24 months of this type of experience.
I have AT LEAST 2 years of this type of experience.
I have at least 3 years of this type of experience.
I have at least 4 years of this type of experience.
I have 5 or more years of this type of experience.
I do not have this type of experience.

Which best describes your experience in the operation and repair of construction equipment (backhoes, dozers, dump trucks, etc.)?

I have less than 12 months of experience.
I have 1-2 years of experience.
I have 2-3 years of experience.
I have 3-4 years of experience.
I have more than 4 years of experience.

How many years experience do you have performing repairs of common building materials, construction, and systems?

I have less than one year of experience performing this function
I have one year of this experience.
I have two years of this experience.
I have three years of this experience.
I have four years of this experience.
I have no experience

Please select the answer that best describes your experience working from blueprints, plans, and sketches.

I have less than one year or no experience
I have at least one year experience.
I have at least two years experience.
I have at least three years experience.
I have at least 4 years of experience.
I have five or more years of experience.

As part of the pre-employment process, are you willing and able to undergo an extensive background investigation? This would include a polygraph examination, credit check, criminal records check, and fingerprinting.

+WSP - Where did you learn of this opportunity?