Maintenance Mechanic 1 (Northwest Region Maintenance)

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Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic 1Location: Burlington, WAClose: Continuous. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting March 8th, 2026.

We strongly recommend applying as soon as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to close the posting at any time once a selection has been made.

Position Status: This is a permanent position

About this position:

An ideal maintenance mechanic for Washington State Parks region Construction & Maintenance crew based in Burlington is a multi-talented and proactive individual, dedicated to preserving the natural and historical integrity of the parks.

This candidate possesses strong mechanical skills across multiple trades, including carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work, to handle a diverse range of maintenance, repair, and construction projects across multiple park properties.

An outstanding team player with excellent communication skills, this individual works effectively with a cohesive crew and demonstrates initiative in prioritizing tasks to keep all projects running smoothly.

The perfect candidate for this role is self-motivated, embraces the unique challenges and variety of regional travel, and takes immense pride in their work amidst the beautiful scenery of Northwest Washington.

We encourage anyone who thinks they would work well with this group to apply!

Requirements

• Perform general work in maintenance, repair, remodel, and alteration in construction and maintenance of area facilities, grounds, vehicles, and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance to park buildings and other park facilities.
• Maintain and repair irrigation, plumbing, and sewage systems with the ability to provide minor electrical repairs.
• Coordinate with management, other employees, volunteers, and correctional crews during maintenance and repair projects.
• Independently operates vehicles necessary to carry out job duties.
• Coordinate with management, other employees, volunteers and correctional crews during maintenance and repair projects.
• Maintain 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.
• Experience leading and/or supervising lower-level staff.
• 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:

• A strong understanding and commitment to meeting health and safety standards, as well as building and permit codes, ensuring all work is performed correctly and safely.

• The ability to work independently under general supervision, prioritizing tasks, managing one's own workload, and making sound judgments to resolve issues effectively.

• The commitment to high-quality workmanship, including meticulous record-keeping, precise measurement, and careful execution of all maintenance and repair tasks.

• The physical capability to perform demanding manual labor across a variety of tasks and environments, including the ability to work safely and effectively in confined spaces.

• Considering and incorporating new information and different perspectives.
• Increase and developing knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Practicing self-awareness by reflecting on personal strengths, growth areas, and biases.

• Increasing access, opportunities, and positive outcomes for others.
• Collaborating with others to overcome challenges and find solutions.

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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