Facilities Maintenance Mechanic (MM3)

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking a journey level trades professional who is excited to serve as an all-around resource in facilities maintenance as a Maintenance Mechanic 3 in Vancouver, WA. In this role, you will be responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance on all buildings and structures within the Southwest Region. This senior specialist will perform trades maintenance activities at rest areas and radio sites, ensuring WSDOT's facilities and mechanical systems are operating safely and efficiently. Our top candidate will possess journey level skills to operate a wide range of hand and power tools to include trucks, bucket trucks, and man lifts. This position is critical in fostering a respectful and healthy work environment with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

What to Expect

This position works indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions and around electrical hazards, energized equipment, and stored energy. Duties may involve uneven terrain, confined spaces such as attics and crawl spaces, electrical panels and wiring, and elevated heights above 300 feet. Weekend, holiday, and non-scheduled emergency call-outs may be required, as well as regional travel on per diem up to 75% of the time.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will:

• Make repairs and perform preventive maintenance to building structures to include roofing repairs, plumbing repairs, carpentry, window replacement, and overhead doors.
• Maintain and repair heating system components and related equipment including heat pumps, gas heaters, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and vents.
• Make repairs and modifications to potable and non-potable water systems, water/sewage systems and hot water systems.
• Repair and replace plumbing, piping, fixtures, and related mechanical devices.
• Perform drainage system maintenance, oil/water separator, drainage swales and ponds.
• Maintain yard and office lighting equipment and systems.
• Maintain fire alarm systems, security systems, and power gate systems region wide.
• Drive trucks, operate man-lifts, operate a wide variety of hand and power tools to complete work assignments.
• Make repairs and perform preventive maintenance on buildings, heating, lighting, and water supply equipment that support the highway system and at highway safety rest areas on Interstate 5, SR14, SR401, SR504, and SR12.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required:

• Skilled Trade Proficiency: Demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience in construction-related trades, such as carpentry, general building maintenance, mechanical, and plumbing. Experience may be gained through working as a full-time helper or trainee to a journey-level tradesperson, successful completion of a recognized trades apprenticeship program, or full journey-level status in a trade union.
• Repair and Maintenance Planning: Ability to independently assess, plan, and execute repairs and modifications to buildings and utility systems.
• Preventive Maintenance: Demonstrated ability to implement and follow preventive maintenance routines across multiple facility systems to ensure reliability and reduce unplanned outages.
• Systems Understanding: Knowledge of the interrelationships among structural, mechanical, electrical, and drainage systems in facility operations.

In addition to the competencies above, the following are also required:

• Possession of a valid driver's license, with the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's license (CDL) Class A without air brakes restriction within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Ability to travel out-of-town within the region.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, to respond to non-scheduled call-out emergencies.
• Ability to relocate equipment, materials, and tools weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain and work elevated heights, up to 300 feet.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to a work environment that fosters a culture of respect and equal opportunity.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Building Operators Certification (BOC) level 1-2.
• Successful completion of a recognized trades apprenticeship program.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills including email, Internet, and data entry.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position may require work on nights, weekends, and holidays to respond to non-scheduled call-out emergencies.
• This position may require travel out-of-town within the region on per diem up to 75% of the time.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28of the Washington Administrative Code.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• This position is subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA). For more information, please go to DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance - We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• Paid Leave - In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance - Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future - WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the "References" section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

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