Maintenance Mechanic 1

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
April 27, 2025
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):
626J-YY_CS_NPS - Maintenance Mechanic 1

Business Title:
Maintenance Mechanic 1

Employee Type:
Classified

Position Details:

Summary of Duties:

The Maintenance Mechanic 1 is responsible for work in a variety of disciplines to maintain building, equipment, farm and grounds at the Washington State University (WSU) Puyallup Research and Extension Center. The individual performs semi-skilled work in the operation and maintenance, repair, of existing buildings, facilities, mechanical equipment, machinery, and grounds and landscaping. May assist with or oversee the remodeling or construction of buildings. Leads and inspects work of hourly time-slip employees. Operates a variety hand tools, farm and grounds equipment, green house computerized controls and systems. Works independently and utilizes a general knowledge of several related skills such as plumbing, electrical, welding, carpentry and fabrication work.

Facilities Maintenance | 25%

• Maintenance and repair of existing buildings.
  
• Perform the following maintenance on existing buildings: prep and paint, cleaning, locks, repair broken glass, oil pumps and motors, replace burnt light bulbs and ballasts, clean gutters, repair and replace exhaust fan motors, belts, blades, bearings, etc.
  
• Monitor and maintain all mechanical systems of the greenhouses.
  
• Performs work in construction and repair of interior and exterior buildings such as roofing, siding, gutters, painting and other structures, roads, pathways, walks, fences, and grounds.
  
• Perform building security functions, repair security systems, doors, and locks; provide building access badge and key control, and key cutting.
  
• Perform monthly checks of fire extinguishers and other safety and environmental control equipment.
  
• Purchase supplies, parts and equipment when needed.
  
• Lock and unlock facilities, turn heat on or off when needed, replenish supplies, remove garbage, and set up tables and chairs for events.
  
• Operate floor scrubbers, burnishes, and vacuum cleaner.
  
• Lead custodial building maintenance major work projects: scrubbing and waxing floors, may assist when needed.
  
• Maintain outdoor U.S. and Washington State Flag and flag pole.
  

Farm Maintenance | 25%

• Install and maintain farm and campus sprinkler irrigation systems and winterize irrigation and outdoor plumbing systems.
  
• Maintain current pesticide license. Performs all applications and maintain appropriate pesticide records.
  
• Occasionally completes grounds work such as mowing, weeding, raking leaves and debris, edging, watering, fertilizing, and spraying herbicides and pesticides as needed.
  
• Perform grounds repairs such as stairs, railings, fences, grounds maintenance and mowing, and pest control.
  
• Maintain water meters, fertigator, and wet pad tank algaecide.
  

Equipment Operations | 20%

• Operate and/or direct others in the use of heavy equipment: Backhoe, forklift, dump truck, excavator, high-lift bucket truck, crane, payloader, and trencher, etc.
  
• Operate and maintain power tools and equipment, such as electric and gas engine driven compressors, large mowers, snow removal machines, pneumatic tamper, chainsaws, pole-saws, jackhammer, portable pumps, weed eater, rototillers, lawn edger, fertilizer and seed spreaders.
  
• Operate motorized equipment, such as automobiles, trucks, including dump trucks, forklifts, cranes, tractors, and front-end loaders, mowers, street cleaning equipment, backhoes and small dozers, manlifts and bucket trucks, and trailers and trenchers.
  
• Provides snow and ice removal at building entrances, pressure washes sidewalks, benches and railings.
  

Utilities and Equipment Maintenance | 25%

• Assist with inspection, troubleshooting, repair, rebuilding, and maintenance of boilers, heating and ventilating systems, power distribution systems, refrigeration equipment and air conditioning systems; operate Siemens building HVAC controls; and HVAC and refrigeration troubleshooting and repairs, and periodic maintenance such as filters, cleaning, etc.
  
• Perform underground utility locating and mapping and utilities repair.
  
• Assist with annual inspections and permits such as life safety, backflow, and pressure vessel.
  
• Assist with electrical troubleshooting and repairs, maintenance, and new construction, including phone, network hardware, and electrical/electronic controls.
  
• Performs preventative maintenance such as oil change, lubrication, fix flats, repair lights, replace fan belts, spark plugs, air filters, grease zerks, fuel filters, sharpen and replace mowing blades, replace drive belts, charge and replace batteries, repair or replace small to major parts, etc., on shop equipment, vehicles and construction equipment.
  
• Assist with metal fabrication and welding as needed.
  
• Purchase supplies, parts and equipment when needed.
  

Other | 5%

• Perform other duties as required and assigned.
  

Required Qualifications:

• High school graduation or equivalent and two years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction or repair work; OR equivalent education/experience.
  
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.
  
• A valid Washington State Pesticide Applicator's License or ability to obtain within three months of hire.
  
• Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work experience in an agricultural or farm setting.
  
• Journey-level experience in carpentry, electrical systems, plumbing, and/or HVAC.
  
• Experience working in a higher education or research environment.
  
• Excellent communication skills.
  

Additional Information:

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary: $4,410- $5,117 | Range 44G Steps G-M | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

Area/College:

College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)

Department Name:

WSU Puyallup Research and Extension Center

Location:

Puyallup, WA

Application Instructions:

Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

External candidates, upload all documents in the 'Application Document' section of your application.

Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the 'Resume/Cover Letter' section of your application.

Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:
Full time

Position Term:
12 Month

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

WSU prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates compliant with Title IX. Inquiries regarding Title IX and reports of sex discrimination can be directed to the WSU Title IX Coordinator. More information on WSU's policies and procedures to respond to discrimination and harassment are available here: Nondiscrimination statement.

To apply, visit https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Puyallup-WA/Maintenance-Mechanic-1_R-13181

Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.







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