Maintenance Mechanic 2 - Building Maintenance

Full Job Description

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Mechanic 4, within the State Maintenance and Support Services (SMSS) of the Construction and Facilities Management Office, this position is responsible for performing journey-level maintenance work required to accomplish all phases of building maintenance and construction work.

The work location of this position is at the Washington Youth Challenge Academy, located in Bremerton, WA. This position is eligible for on-site 24/7 facility premium of 5%.

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.

Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy

Requirements

Responsibilities include:

Journey-level work in the completion of assigned maintenance and repair 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.

Additional Information

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

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

BACKGROUND CHECK:
Must successfully complete a pre-employment personal history and criminal background check investigation, which includes fingerprinting. The background check is required for all employees of the Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy due to the nature of these positions (working with vulnerable youth) and the safety requirements of the job.
Applicants are required to complete and sign a WMD Applicant Background and Disclosure Statement and a Waiver and Authority to Release Information Form. Candidates will not have access to any investigative materials and files.
Must be willing and able to participate in periodic background checks in accordance with department policy. Failure to successfully complete any required background check may be cause for termination.

DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING AND USE:
Willing not to use or be in possession of illegal narcotics or controlled substances while on, or off duty.
Willing and able to be free from excessive alcohol consumption.
Willing and able to pass drug testing requirements, including pre-employment (to include testing when employees change job classifications due to promotion or transfer or there is reasonable suspicion).

WYCA CAMPUS:
Ability, willingness, desire and commitment to work with all at-risk youth in a 24/7 highly structured residential setting requiring extensive interaction and contact with at-risk youth and parents who may be disgruntled, angry, disrespectful (use of profanity, name calling, etc.), depressed and at times confrontational.

The WYCA campus is a tobacco, vaping, alcohol, drug and weapons free facility. Weapons and alcohol are not permitted anywhere on campus when employees are on or off shift. This includes any alternate duty station or in employee vehicles. Use of tobacco and/or vaping products is not permitted anywhere within the confines of the Youth Academy (to include alternate duty stations) or in the view of Cadets when performing off campus duties and responsibilities.

Individuals working with at-risk youth in a residential setting are subject to safety and security surveillance.

Must be willing to work in and around military facilities and programs.

TRAVEL/TRAINING/POLICIES:
Must complete annual first aid and CPR training/re-certification.
May be required to occasionally attend routine events, meetings or training at other locations. On rare occasions, travel in and out of the state for up to one week at a time.
Must comply with Department policies and procedures governing workplace conduct.

SHIFT WORK:
Position is subject to shift work and incumbent must be willing to work beyond established core hours/days when necessary to accomplish program activities and requirements, including responding to emergency situations in a reasonable amount of time when they involve Cadet health, safety, or security.

Duty will include periodic weekends and nights depending on program activities and requirements, including responding to emergency situations in a reasonable amount of time when they involve Cadet health, safety, or security.

HANDS-OFF LEADERSHIP & APPROPRIATE RELATIONSHIPS GUIDANCE:
Must be willing and committed to following the NGYCP-CA Hands-Off Leadership and Appropriate Relationships Guidance, recognizing that as a staff member of the Washington Youth Academy, our positions have implied authority over Cadets, regardless of their residential or completion status. This policy prohibits staff members from touching Cadets in an aggressive or harassing manner or in any way inappropriate to a professional mentoring relationship. Hands-Off Leadership prohibits staff members from using unprofessional language, including profanity, vulgarity or off-color jokes when interacting with, correcting or motivating Cadets.

Must be willing to follow directives and law pertaining to Hands-Off Leadership, Fraternization, Mandatory Reporting, and Appropriate Relationships. The uncompromising expectation for behavior in word and deed on the part of staff is nothing less than complete transparency and total professionalism.

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 a Tuesday through Friday (4/10 schedule): Monday through Thursday (4/10 schedule): or Monday through Friday (5/8 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.

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

Technical Support: Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.

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