DSHS FTAA Maintenance Mechanic 1

DSHS FTAA Maintenance Mechanic 1

Are you a hands-on problem solver who thrives on variety and teamwork? Join us as a Maintenance Mechanic 1, where you'll play a vital role in maintaining, repairing, and improving essential systems across our facilities. From HVAC and plumbing to electrical systems, keys, locks, and door hardware, and commercial appliances, you'll tackle real challenges daily, working alongside a skilled team that values precision, safety, and innovation.

This is more than a maintenance job, it's a chance to make a tangible difference in a dynamic environment where your skills will shine. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, troubleshoot systems, and keep critical infrastructure running smoothly, we want to hear from you!

Some of what you'll do:

• Perform semi-skilled maintenance and construction work on buildings, fixtures, equipment, grounds, walks and driveways, building and repairing lots and sidewalks
• Clean, service, adjust, and make repairs on tools and equipment, such as electric and gas engine drive compressors, large mowers, pneumatic tamper, jackhammer, snowplows and portable pumps
• Assists Maintenance Mechanic's 2 and others when needed
• Assists Grounds staff as needed
• Snow removal-operates bucket loader and snowplow, snow blower, snow shovel, sand and salt roads as well as sidewalks
• Load and unload trucks-furniture, equipment, supplies, materials, Assemble when necessary
• Operate vehicles and transport clients, materials and supplies
• Vendor contacts, research parts and order parts needed for job requirements
• Operates hand tools, power tolls and other shop equipment
• Performs minor repairs on building fixtures-plumbing, heating, laundry, kitchen equipment, motors, and electrical appliances
• independently perform semi-skilled work in carpentry, plumbing, welding, metal fabrication, steam fitting, electrical, HVAC, mechanical and machinist work

What we are looking for:

• Must be able to perform the essential functions described in this announcement successfully
• Must be able to communicate with professional conduct and comprehend, through oral and written forms of communication, with management, peers, clients, and the public
• Dress appropriately for the work to be performed including wearing Personal Protective Equipment when necessary.
• Knowledge of standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment of mechanical trades, safety precautions, record keeping, and basic computer skills

Who should apply?

Position typically requires high school graduation AND two years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction or repair work.

OR

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a skilled trade or equivalent experience

Possession of a valid motor vehicles operator license may be required

Questions? Please contact ... and reference 05432.

The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. 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 job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at .... Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or ....

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