Facilities Maintenance (Handyman) - Full Time

Skilled Maintenance Mechanic In LakewoodPierce Transit is dedicated to fulfilling the mission of improving the quality of life in our community by providing safe, reliable, innovative, and useful transportation services that are locally based and regionally connected. Join Our Team as a Skilled Maintenance Mechanic in Lakewood! Are you a highly experienced industrial maintenance technician or Millwright with exceptional mechanical skills? Do you thrive in commercial or industrial environments, and are you the go-to expert for complex equipment adjustments, repairs, and replacements? Can you spot and resolve issues that others might miss? If you answered "yes" to these questions, we want to hear from you!About the Role: We're looking for a highly skilled Facilities Technician II to join our Facilities Maintenance Department in Lakewood. In this vital role, you will:Perform Preventative Maintenance: Conduct routine and proactive maintenance on a range of systems and equipment, including HVAC, plumbing, bay doors, vehicle lifts, electrical systems, fire protection systems, bus shelters, fueling stations (wet fuels, lubricants, CNG), bus vehicle wash systems, and machinery supporting fleet maintenance.Execute Repairs: Safely and effectively carry out repairs on buildings, shelters, and equipment (examples are listed in the Preventative Maintenance tasks). Your expertise will be crucial in troubleshooting and resolving issues promptly. This also includes all aspects of carpentry work.Ensure Quality: Adhere to high standards of work quality, ensuring that all maintenance tasks meet or exceed inspection requirements and are fully compliant with regulations.Apply Technical Knowledge: Use your hands-on experience with electrical systems, HVAC systems, Process Logic Controllers (PLCs), and various maintenance routines to address a wide range of maintenance needs.Key Experience and Skills:Extensive Industrial/Commercial Maintenance Experience: Proven track record in performing maintenance and repairs in industrial or commercial settings.Expertise in Critical Systems: Hands-on experience with electrical systems, HVAC systems, and Process Logic Controllers (PLCs).Versatility in Maintenance Tasks: Ability to manage a broad spectrum of maintenance functions, including but not limited to mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and carpentry work.Independent Judgment: Strong decision-making skills to handle service, repair, and maintenance tasks efficiently.High Standards of Work: Commitment to maintaining top-quality standards and compliance during inspections and ongoing work.Important Note: This position may require working any shift, so flexibility is essential. If you're a proactive, skilled professional ready to tackle a variety of maintenance challenges and be part of a team known for its excellence, we'd love to hear from you!Benefits: At Pierce Transit, our employees' health is important to us too! That's why we offer two on-site employee fitness rooms and an incredible Wellness Program in addition to excellent medical, dental, and vision packages. If your career goals change while you are employed, we are here to help. Pierce Transit offers $5,000 per year (up to a total of $18,000) in Tuition Assistance after your one-year anniversary. Certifications, and career skills must be connected to a job at Pierce Transit. All Pierce Transit employees are required to participate in the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Pierce Transit offers two Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans to choose from, PERS2 and PERS3, as well as a matching program for 457 deferred compensations. Employees are not covered under the Social Security System except for a 1.45% payment for Medicare. Pierce Transit provides an ORCA Card benefit for each employee and a family member. This benefit provides free access to service on Pierce Transit, Sound Transit, Community Transit, Everett Transit, King County Metro, Kitsap Transit, Seattle Monorail, Seattle Streetcar, King County Water Taxi and Kitsap Foot Ferry.Shift differential: This job is eligible for shift differential pay per the ATU Collective Bargaining Agreement once probation has been passed and you have bid to a shift. Paid Leave: Full-time Pierce Transit employees are eligible to receive 11 paid holidays, 2 personal paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, 12 vacation days per year, and the ability to earn up to 2 Wellness Days by participating in a qualifying wellness activity and the annual survey. Part-time employees, receive pro-rated leave, to include sick leave, vacation, personal holiday and holiday pay. Vacation leave accrual rates increase per the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.