Hatchery Preventative Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor - Construction & Maintenance - Permanent

Title: Hatchery Preventative Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor Classification: Construction & Maintenance Project Supervisor Job Status: Full-Time / Permanent WDFW Program: Capital and Asset Management Program (CAMP) – Lacey Construction Shop Duty Station: Lacey, Washington – Thurston County Closing Date: 5/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific If you’re someone who enjoys leading skilled trades teams, solving mechanical challenges, and keeping critical infrastructure operating safely and efficiently, this role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on agency facilities and assets across the state. In this position, you’ll guide a team of construction professionals responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of mechanical systems and equipment — from pumps and hydraulic systems to plumbing and water delivery infrastructure. You’ll combine hands‑on technical expertise with leadership, planning, and mentoring to help ensure agency assets remain reliable, safe, and well‑maintained for the long term. Supervision and Mentoring Supervise and mentor technical and professional level staff to foster a productive, motivated team environment. Develop and maintain Performance Development Plans (PDPs), position descriptions, and performance documentation; conduct timely evaluations and provide ongoing feedback. Address personnel matters including performance issues, conflict resolution, and absenteeism in a constructive manner to support effective operation. Lead staff development initiatives, including cross‑training and technical skill building to enhance workforce flexibility and professional growth. Project Management Supervise journey‑level staff by scheduling, directing, coordinating, and overseeing maintenance and repair of mechanical and automated systems. Independently prepare sketches, basic fabrication drawings, and as‑built documentation to support field operations and internal modifications. Review conceptual and 30‑60‑90 drawings, identifying conflicts or concerns that would require adjustments or exemptions from standard maintenance practices. Plan and coordinate projects by defining work sequences, staffing needs, material requirements, procurement specifications, and cost estimates. Conduct onsite assessments to evaluate equipment, components, and facility maintenance needs. Manage preventative maintenance schedules and budgets, ensuring accurate work order tracking, documentation, and closeout. Participate in work order and maintenance system meetings to support database accuracy and workflow coordination. Mechanical Maintenance Manage the assessment and preventative maintenance activities of fish hatchery production pumps (up to 300 horsepower), including domestic submersible, end‑suction, centrifugal pumps, production valves, manifolds, and flow meters. Change oil and filters in gear drives, vertical turbine pumps, small motors, various stationary hydraulic systems and similar mechanical systems. Identify worn or damaged bearings, packings, bushings, and similar components to determine repair actions. Maintain inventory of critical repair parts and ensure proper documentation of maintenance activities across facilities statewide. Plumbing Inspect and evaluate residential and commercial plumbing components at hatchery facilities, including exercising valves and supply lines for potential failures. Perform preventative maintenance on septic systems, including filter cleaning and coordination of service recommendations. Mechanical and Metal Fabrication Manage the maintenance and diagnostic functions on crowders, rotating belt screens, electric rolling doors, winches, and predation prevention structures. Perform or coordinate repairs such as replacing seals, gear boxes, hydraulic drives, motors, and conducting oil changes as needed. Electrical Preventative Maintenance Inspect and evaluate the conditions of basic electrical components and perform minor repairs. Working Conditions Work Setting, including hazards: Work is performed at construction sites located on hatchery and wildlife areas, occasionally in a fabrication shop, and includes some office‑based computer work. Field conditions include extreme weather, rough terrain, riverbanks, slippery slopes, confined spaces, and other difficult to reach spaces. Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, pushing, pulling, and repetitively lifting up to 50 pounds while loading/unloading trucks or moving materials around project site. Duties require operating motor vehicles in hazardous weather conditions, including snow and ice on mountain passes, highways, and paved or unpaved roads. This position may involve working in or near water, including tasks that require navigating, negotiating, and performing duties related to water environments. Schedule Typically, Monday – Thursday 6:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. working 40 hours per week. The standard work schedule includes the potential for occasional evening or weekend work as needed. Schedules may vary based on business needs, time of year, and/or weather conditions. Travel Requirements 60-80% travel depending on season. Tools and Equipment Basic hand tools, power tools such as drills, cut‑off saws, circular saws, hydraulic punch, metal band saws, grinders, welders, cutting torch, plasma cutter, jointers, planers, table saw, routers, powered drain snakes, personnel lifts, mini excavators, backhoes, chainsaws, Jack Hammers, powered motors, automotive equipment, trailers, telescoping and scissor lifts, and scaffolding. Customer Interactions Frequent interactions with Federal, Local, Inter‑Agency, Intra‑Agency customers, and vendors. Required Qualifications Option 1 – All of the following (experience may be gained concurrently) Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in at least two (2) skilled trades. Two (2) years of direct and skillful experience in mechanical maintenance and repair. One (1) year of experience leading or supervising staff. Option 2 – All of the following (experience may be gained concurrently) Two (2) years of experience as a Construction and Maintenance Project Lead in mechanical maintenance and repair. One (1) year of experience leading or supervising staff. Option 3 – All of the following (experience may be gained concurrently) Five (5) years of direct and skillful experience in mechanical maintenance and repair. One (1) year of experience leading or supervising staff. Additional Competencies Required Knowledge of construction methods, equipment capabilities/limitations, materials, costs, and sourcing. Understanding of contractual relationships, specifications, and fiscal procedures. Knowledge of engineering principles and their application to construction. Proficiency in reading and interpreting plans, specifications, blueprints, sketches, and shop drawings. Basic knowledge of hazardous building materials and the ability to identify them. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Certifications / Licenses Valid driver’s license. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of Washington State purchasing rules and regulations. Knowledge of Hydraulic Project Approval (HPA) permits. #J-18808-Ljbffr