Building Maintenance Mechanic (Maintenance Mechanic 2)

Description

The Washington Military Department has an exciting opportunity to join the State Maintenance and Support Services (SMSS) branch within the Construction and Facilities Management Office (CFMO) as a journey-level maintenance mechanic.  Our organization is committed to maintaining safe, functional, and high-quality facilities that support productivity and comfort for all occupants.  We are seeking a dedicated, skilled, and detailed-oriented individual who takes pride in delivering reliable journey-level maintenance services.  

Reporting to the Maintenance Mechanic 4 for the West Region of the SMSS branch, the successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring that CFMO-related building systems, equipment, and infrastructure are properly maintained and operating efficiently.

This is a civilian position and does not require military service affiliation. 

About the Washington Military Department
Protecting people is our passion.  At the Washington Military Department, we combine our unique talents to create safer communities and ensure our neighbors and loved ones can recover from whatever emergency might arise.  Our agency unites civilian employees with members of the Washington National Guard, creating a team that is deeply committed to public service.  We go home at night knowing that our day-to-day work supports activities that truly make a difference.  Whether that's partnering with our communities to prepare for a disaster, leading an emergency response, hiring top-notch talent or supporting at-risk kids at our Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy - the Washington Military Department seeks to safeguard our way of life and those that call Washington home.  



To learn more about the Washington Military Department, visit: www.mil.wa.gov

In addition to job fulfillment, the Washington Military Department offers an excellent benefits package which includes exceptional health care coverage, a retirement savings plan and job training opportunities. 

Duties

Responsibilities include:

Journey-level work in the completion of assigned repair, restoration, and replacement efforts.

• Maintenance and repair efforts via work orders as assigned.

Journey-level work in the completion of assigned non-repair efforts.

• Non-repair and non-maintenance efforts via work orders as requested by customers (e.g., whiteboards, moving furniture, inspecting facilities, etc.).

Journey-level work in the completion of assigned preventative maintenance efforts.

• Preventative maintenance assignments for mechanical, electrical and/or structural items. 

Assists grounds and custodial crews as assigned. 

• Perform grounds efforts (e.g., mowing, edging, and pruning).
• Perform custodial efforts (e.g., cleaning and trash removal).
• Perform snow removal and/or debris removal efforts.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Two years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic 1;

OR

1. High school diploma or GED; AND
2. Three years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction, and/or building repair work. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in building and maintenance work.
• Occupational hazards and work safety requirements/programs.  

Skills, Abilities, and Competencies to:

• Perform journey level work in all types of building maintenance.
• Read plans and blueprints.
• Effectively layout and perform all types of building maintenance and construction installation, alteration, and repairs.
• Perform basic grounds and custodial services.
• Utilizing Microsoft Windows operating systems.  
• The ability to take action to learn and grow. 
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.  

Supplemental Information

Compensation: Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Investigation: Must successfully complete the appropriate background checks required for employment and to obtain/maintain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC) in order to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret-level security clearance.  Must be willing to sign releases of information and shall not have access to any investigative materials and files.  The processing of background checks can take up to six months post-employment.  Failure to successfully pass a background check may be cause for termination.

Union Shop Provision: This position is represented by Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA).

Driver's License:

1. Valid to drive in the State of Washington. 
2. Must meet requirements of the REAL ID Act.  This is required for base access and will be required upon hire.  

Military Facility: Willingness to work on a Military Controlled Access Installation.  
Work Hours: A choice between Friday through Monday (4/10 schedule), Thursday through Sunday (4/10 schedule), or Saturday through Tuesday (4/10 schedule).  Actual hours will start no earlier than 6:00 am and end no later than 6:00 pm and will include core business hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Telework: This position is not eligible for telework. 

Emergency Assignment: Upon activation of the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) or Joint Field Office (JFO), incumbent may be required to work in an alternate location with rotating shifts, including weekends and evenings, in a highly stressful and fast-paced environment.

Travel: Occasional statewide travel may be required up to 5% to include overnight stays.  

** HOW TO APPLY ** 

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically via www.careers.wa.gov.  It is very important that the "Work Experience" and "Supplemental Questionnaire" portion of the application is completed in as much detail as possible. 

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

• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) professional references.  Please include at least two (2) past/current supervisors, one peer and/or subordinate, if applicable.  For each reference include the following: 

• Name
• Professional Title
• Working Relationship
• Daytime Phone Number
• Email Address 

NOTE: This information may be entered in the "References" section of the online application or can be an attached document.

** A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.

The information provided in your application must support your supplemental questionnaire responses.  Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.  

This recruitment may be utilized to fill additional Maintenance Mechanic 2 vacancies for an additional 60 days after the recruitment closing date.  

If you have questions about the application process or this recruitment, please email Mistina Venesky at mistina.venesky@mil.wa.gov

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The Washington Military Department 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. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities and/or limited English proficiency needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruitment Section of State Human Resources at: Email: mistina.venesky@mil.wa.gov, Call: (253) 512-7389, or 711