Maintenance Mechanic 3

Opportunity WSDOT is currently seeking a Maintenance Mechanic 3 to support the preventative and corrective maintenance programs within the Northwest Region Facilities Department. The role requires performing skilled and semi‑skilled work in a variety of trades, including mechanical and electrical repairs, building retrofits, and facility maintenance activities. Responsibilities include coordinating materials acquisition, maintaining required documentation, and ensuring job safety within assigned work parameters. What to Expect The typical schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 40 hours per week; overtime and emergency response may be required. Responsibilities Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on plumbing, electrical, HVAC, fire, security, and building systems, including roofs, doors, windows, gates, and fences. Inspect, test, repair, and maintain mechanical systems and equipment, including compressed air, refrigeration, heating systems, and motorized equipment. Install and maintain door hardware, locksets, cores, panic hardware, and automatic door closures to ensure facility security and functionality. Conduct equipment checks, replace filters, clean equipment, document discrepancies, and verify efficient system operation. Operate a service vehicle to travel between multiple work sites and transport tools, equipment, and materials needed to complete assigned duties. Receive, track, and complete service requests while maintaining accurate records and updates within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Perform landscape and grounds maintenance activities, including snow removal, debris removal, drain clearing, irrigation system maintenance, and operation of landscaping equipment and tools. Support operational and safety activities by ordering parts and supplies, maintaining organized work areas, attending safety meetings and trainings, and maintaining assigned vehicles and equipment. Qualifications Required Experience in commercial building maintenance or construction trade. Experience reading and interpreting blueprints and plans. A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate state‑owned vehicles. Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to work in hazardous conditions, loud noise, heat, cold, high voltage electricity, elevations, and confined spaces. Ability to operate and work a motor vehicle, trailers, scissor lift, forklifts, and man lifts. Ability to work from a ladder over 10 feet. Ability to determine proper PPE requirements for any given activity and use it consistently. Ability to evaluate conditions of the building envelope, environmental, and automation systems and equipment. Ability to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime based on operational and emergency response needs. Ability to respond to emergency call‑outs and perform duties outside of regular business hours when required. Preferred Strong verbal and written communication skills. Building Operator Certification (level one). Benefits Work‑Life Balance – Support for a routine that suits individual lifestyles. Paid Leave – 12 paid holidays and up to 25 paid vacation days per year. Tuition Assistance – Tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts, and federal student loan forgiveness options for permanent employees. Comprehensive benefits package including a variety of healthcare options, state retirement programs, and other benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr