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Description

DSHS FFA Maintenance Mechanic 3

We are seeking a skilled and motivated maintenance professional to lead and support facility maintenance, repair, and construction operations at Eastern State Hospital, Lakeland Village, and Pine Lodge. This position plays a vital role in ensuring buildings, systems, and equipment remain safe, reliable, and compliant with applicable operational and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to maintaining safe and functional environments for the individuals, staff, and communities we serve.

Some of what you'll do:

• Lead assigned personnel in performing construction, maintenance, and repair work at Eastern State Hospital, Lakeland Village, and Pine Lodge
• Ensure buildings, building systems, and equipment are properly maintained and repaired to meet operational and regulatory standards established by The Joint Commission (TJC), the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and the State Fire Marshal
• Repair and maintain plumbing, electrical, and mechanical fixtures and systems, including pipes, valves, drains, basins, faucets, lavatories, air conditioning, laundry and kitchen equipment, gates, and other related equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on a variety of mechanical equipment, including laundry, kitchen, hospital, laboratory, refrigeration, and small domestic air-conditioning equipment
• Clean or replace filters, change oil, lubricate equipment, and verify proper operation
• Develop preliminary cost estimates for equipment installations, repairs, and maintenance projects

Who should apply?

We are searching for professionals who have:

• Completed a recognized apprenticeship in a skilled mechanical trade

AND

• One year of experience as a journey-level worker performing building and equipment maintenance, construction, or repair work

OR

• Three years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic 2 or equivalent journey-level trade experience

Desired:

• Knowledge and skill in building maintenance, repair, remodeling, and construction
• Knowledge of multiple skilled trades, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, welding, and mechanical systems
• Ability to troubleshoot problems, identify appropriate repair solutions, and perform preventive and emergency maintenance
• Knowledge of applicable safety practices, fire codes, building codes, and procedures for maintaining safe and compliant facilities
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, and grounds maintenance equipment while accurately documenting work performed

Questions? Please reach out to DSHS Recruiter Morgan Daggi at morgan.daggi@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 08642.

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Supplemental Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

Relationship and Reporting Structure (Nepotism) Disclosure: If you are selected for hire, you must disclose whether you have a relative, household member, close friend, or romantic partner within your potential supervisory chain of command. DSHS has a Relationships and the Reporting Structure policy that prohibits nepotism and can be reviewed here. Applicants whose appointment would result in a prohibited reporting relationship are not eligible for appointment to that position.

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