Fire Training Academy Maintenance Mechanic 3 - North Bend

Salary : $64,776.00 - $75,108.00 Annually
Location : King County - North Bend, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 1506_MM3_FTA_050126
Department: Washington State Patrol
Division: Fire Training Division
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
Closing Date: 5/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step


Description
The incumbent will also receive an additional 5% King County pay on each pay statement.
Interviews are anticipated to take place June 9th - 11th.
This position is located approximately 30 minutes from downtown North Bend, WA at the beautiful campus of the Washington State


Click here for directions.

About the Position:
The Maintenance Mechanic 3 position is primarily responsible for vehicle maintenance, maintenance records, inventory control, and asset management at the Fire Training Academy. The incumbent serves as the point of accountability for ensuring vehicles, equipment, and assets are properly maintained, tracked, and available to support training operations.
In addition, the role performs a combination of journey-level equipment and vehicle repairs and semi-skilled tasks such as electrical diagnostics, HVAC troubleshooting, and carpentry to support facility operations. The employee is expected to work independently, develop preliminary cost estimates for repairs, maintenance, and facility alterations, and present prioritized recommendations to the Maintenance Supervisor 3. As a lead role, this position also may provide direction and support to part-time instructor support staff.
About the Division:
The Washington State Fire Training Academy , situated on a 51-acre site just east of North Bend, Washington, provides training to over 5,000 firefighters each year. In addition to fire service personnel, the facility is utilized by a range of other agencies, including the FBI, ATF, military, insurance companies, the maritime industry, and both local and state law enforcement. The academy includes four classrooms, two administrative buildings, a 44-bed dormitory, a fully equipped dining facility, multiple storage structures, and a variety of specialized training props. To support operations and maintenance, the FTA also maintains a fleet of pool vehicles and heavy equipment.
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.
Duties

Our new teammate will be able to:

• Oversees vehicle, equipment, and asset maintenance, including scheduling, preventive care, repairs, vendor coordination, and accurate recordkeeping.
• Perform facility and training systems maintenance to keep campus systems safe and operational.
• Manage inventory to ensure parts and associated services are available.
• Monitors basic operation of water systems.
• Respond to emergencies and special projects, document work and outcomes.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted Washington State driver's license.
• Must possess basic carpentry skills including layout framing, concrete form work.
• Must be able to use basic hand and power tools safely, effectively, and efficiently.
• Must possess basic computer skills for sending email, completing time and travel documentation, documenting and closing work orders.
• Must possess excellent customer service skills.
• 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.
• Two (2) years of work experience in building and equipment maintenance, inventory management, construction or repair work, and/or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a skilled mechanic trade.
• Must be proficient in at least two or more trades on buildings and grounds such as: HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, irrigation, electrical, etc....
• Ability to:
  • Read O&M manuals and/or system diagrams through a range of commercial and industrial maintenance and/or automotive work.
  • Demonstrate experience in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, welding, machining, controls, carpentry, or plumbing skill sets.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a skilled mechanic trade OR one (1) year of experience as a journey-level worker in building and equipment maintenance, construction, or automotive repair work.

***You MUST attach a cover letter to your application explaining how you meet the required qualifications of this position***

Wh y work for the Washington State Patrol?

• A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
• Infants at Work Program based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
• 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

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 to determine your eligibility.


Questions?
Please contact Monica Simpson at


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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 (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 (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 , 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, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) 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

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026
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No additional point value is given for questions 1-3. Have you ever worked for the Washington State Patrol (WSP)?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "yes" to question #1, what month/year were you last employed with WSP?
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If you answered "yes" to question #1, what district/division were you assigned to prior to separation from WSP?
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+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?

• Yes
• No

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+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.

• Yes
• No

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+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.

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

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+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)?

• Yes
• No

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+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?

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

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+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?

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

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+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?

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

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+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-.
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+WSP - Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

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+WSP - 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.)

• Yes
• No

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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.

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

• Yes
• No

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Please select how many years of work experience you have in building and equipment maintenance, inventory management, construction or repair work, and/or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a skilled mechanic trade.

• I have less than 1 year experience.
• I have 1 -2 years experience.
• I have 2 -3 years experience.
• I have 3 -4 years experience.
• I have 4 -5 years experience.
• I have more than 5 years of experience

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Please select the response that best describes your experience performing journey-level work across multiple skilled trades (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, welding, mechanical repair).

• Independently perform advanced journey-level work across multiple trades and serve as a technical lead
• Perform journey-level work across multiple trades with minimal guidance
• Perform work in one or two trades with supervision
• No experience

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Please select the response that best describes your skill in diagnosing building system or equipment problems and determining corrective actions.

• Independently diagnose complex issues, identify root causes, and determine appropriate repair or replacement solutions
• Diagnose routine issues and recommend corrective actions
• Assist with troubleshooting under guidance
• No experience

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Please select the response that best describes your experience performing preventive maintenance and inspections.

• Plan and perform preventive maintenance programs for building systems and equipment
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and inspections
• Assist with preventive maintenance tasks
• No experience

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Which of the following best describes your experience providing preventative maintenance and repairs on mechanical equipment?

• I have none of this experience.
• I have one year or less of this experience.
• I have one to two years of this experience.
• I have two to three years of this experience.
• I have three to four years of this experience.
• I have five years or more of this experience.

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Please select the response that best describes your experience using maintenance tools and equipment.

• Safely operate and maintain a wide range of hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, and diagnostic instruments
• Operate common maintenance tools and equipment with minimal guidance
• Use basic tools under supervision
• No experience

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Which of the following best describes your experience providing preventative maintenance and repairs on mechanical equipment?

• I have none of this experience.
• I have one year or less of this experience.
• I have one to two years of this experience.
• I have two to three years of this experience.
• I have three to four years of this experience.
• I have five years or more of this experience.

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Please select the option(s) below if you have two (2) years of professional experience with the following

• Operating heavy equipment
• Servicing heavy equipment
• Maintaining heavy equipment
• Operating state vehicles
• None the above

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This position is located 30 minutes from downtown North Bend. The position is required to work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather. The position requires physical activity/labor and includes hazards such as tripping, fire, falling and other hazards related to construction and maintenance.Do you understand and accept the location and the conditions for this position if you were selected for the our team?

• Yes
• No

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Please select the trades that you are proficient in.

• HVAC
• Carpentry
• Plumbing
• Irrigation
• Electrical
• Welding
• Auto Mechanic
• Small Engine Mechanic
• Water Treatment
• I have none of these

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Do you have experience with Computerized Facilities Maintenance Management systems?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience with computerized asset and inventory management systems?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience with the operation of heavy equipment such as front-end loader and large snowplow?

• Yes
• No

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You must submit a cover letter explaining how you meet the required qualifications of the position. Did you attach this document?

• Yes
• No

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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.

• Yes
• No

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+WSP - Where did you learn of this opportunity?

• WSP Recruiter/Event
• Family/Friend works for WSP
• WSP Website
• Hiring event/workshop
• JBLM Event
• Social Media
• VERG Meeting
• Indeed
• ZipRecruiter
• Careers.wa.gov
• Statewide Distribution List
• Email Broadcast
• Other

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