Maintenance Mechanic 1 (Moran State Park)

Full Job Description

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic 1
Location: Olga, WA
Close: February 5th, 2026, at 5 p.m. PST

Position Status: This is a permanent position

About this position:

The San Juan Islands are home to 16 Washington State Parks. These Parks contain some of the most impressive historical structures in the State.

For example, the lighthouse at Lime Kiln State Park was first lit on June 30, 1919, Moran State Park’s log cabins were built by the CCC beginning in 1935, and the 53’ stone tower atop Mount Constitution was completed in 1936.

For those who know building, the craftsmanship, vision, and fortitude shown by these builders is truly awe-inspiring.

Today, the San Juan Area team strives to live up to this level of professionalism as we protect, maintain, operate, and restore these historical buildings, along with the other hundreds of other structures, dozens of vehicles, vessels, equipment, plus over 40 miles of trails with bridges and 9 potable-water systems.

We even operate a dam or two, ensuring the correct flowrates are present for downstream users/water rights holders.

All this is to say: The work is plentiful. Some unique, some routine.

The conditions are often challenging - especially logistically (we use boats to maintain island parks) – but you will be joining a team of professionals who are here because they choose to be.

If you are interested in applying your skills as a builder to create opportunities for others to enjoy and recreate via State Parks, you are humbly asked to apply, to bring your talents, and to be a part of our team.

One thing you can be sure: You will gain experience few jobs offer.

Requirements

• Perform general work in maintenance, repair, remodel, and alteration in the construction and maintenance of area facilities, grounds, vehicles, and equipment.
• Independently operates vehicles necessary to carry out job duties.
• Perform preventative maintenance to park buildings and other park facilities.
• Maintain and repair plumbing and sewage systems with the ability to provide minor electrical repair.
• Coordinate with management, other employees, volunteers, and correctional crews during maintenance and repair projects.
• Assists with administrative duties such as planning and prioritizing planned and deferred maintenance, park led capital projects, and routine construction and maintenance projects in the area; preparing work project requests; completing required paperwork and ordering materials as needed for routine, planned maintenance, and preservation projects.
• Maintains health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction, or repair work.

• Valid unrestricted (except corrective lenses) driver's license.

• Experience working at State Parks or similar parks and recreation entity.
• Entry level experience driving and operating a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of Microsoft Office products, such as Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Knowledge and experience working with various hand & power tools.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Multi-Disciplinary Technical Proficiency

• The ability to apply cross-functional working knowledge across carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, and mechanical systems.

Equipment & Vessel Operation

• Proficiency in safely operating and maintaining a diverse fleet, including light/small engine tools, trucks, marine vessels, and heavy machinery (brush chippers, chainsaws).

Safety Leadership & Risk Mitigation

• Mastery of PPE requirements, confined space protocols, and the Parks Risk Assessment Program to identify and neutralize workplace hazards.

Collaborative Communication

• Effectively coordinating with management, area staff, and volunteers to ensure project completion.

• Increasing and developing knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Taking responsibility for learning and adapting, rather than relying on others to fill gaps.

• Increasing access, opportunities, and positive outcomes for others.

• Adapting communication and approaches to different communities and individuals.

Uniform Information: All Maintenance Mechanic 1 employees are required to wear a uniform.

A complete and properly worn uniform helps establish the professional identity of a Maintenance Mechanic and promotes respect as a Washington State Parks employee.

All Maintenance Mechanic 1s will receive 6 shirts within the first year (2 shirts per calendar year after the first year), 1 jacket every 3 years, 1 baseball cap every year, 1 safety vest every 3 years, and a clothing stipend of $200 per year, and a $250 boot stipend every 2 years.

Uniform stipends are intended to offset the cost of clothing worn in the workplace such as pants, boots, raingear, etc.

How to apply:Only candidates who reflect the minimum qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered. Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification.

To apply for this position, you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references. It is highly encouraged to attach:

• A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position
• Current resume

To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
• Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
• For more information on Veteran's Preference and instructions on how to check your eligibility, click here.

Additional Information

Note: This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). Once the listed position(s) is(are) filled, this recruitment announcement may also be used to fill additional position(s) for up to sixty (60) days.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.

All applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.

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