Temporary Hire Equipment Technician - Fleet

Full Job Description

This position will have inconsistent work hours and will be called in as needed on short notice and/or only work 2-4 hours a day.

Requirements

Why it's a great opportunity: As an Extra Hire Equipment Technician, you will be performing a full range of maintenance and repair functions on gas and EV powered vehicles.

You will be part of a passionate team that strives to deliver timely, reliable, and consistent customer service. You can count on Pierce County to provide PPE, all tools, and a safe place to work.

Why it's a great department: The Finance Department delivers enterprise-wide services that support every County department and many external partners, ensuring Pierce County operates effectively, efficiently, and with strong public stewardship.

Finance staff provide a broad portfolio of high-impact, countywide services, including budgeting and performance management, fiscal services, procurement and contracting, information technology, general services, fleet services, and risk management.

Employees have the opportunity to work on strategic, enterprise-level initiatives, collaborate across departments, provide the operational and technical backbone which ensures the smooth delivery of services across the organization, and deliver critical analysis and decision support that informs leadership and shapes County priorities.

Guided by leadership values that emphasize collaboration, transparency, and continuous learning, the Finance Department offers a supportive, innovative, and team-oriented environment where employees can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on County operations and the community.

Learn more about the Finance Department here.

How to be successful in the role: We are looking for people who show up on time, care about the quality of the work you do, like to learn, and grow their skills, love a challenge, and have great attention to detail in everything you do.

This is a physical job so it takes strength and commitment to be successful. This position may require daily driving of a Pierce County vehicle therefore a SAFE driving record is a must.

Your future in this role: Pierce County cares about your career and personal development.

Your time with us will introduce you to the core work and core values that keeps our communities vibrant and safe.

You will quickly see this is a place with a variety of paths for a future career with Pierce County.

Core daily responsibilities:

• Inspect, diagnose, adjust, maintain, and repair automotive and construction equipment.
• Estimate time and materials needed to complete assignments.
• Demonstrate sufficient strength, agility, and dexterity to perform the work of the position.
• Read and understand technical materials, such as repair manuals, parts catalogues, and automotive and equipment specifications.
• Operate power and pneumatic tools and equipment and use common hand tools.
• Use precision gauges, electrical testing instruments and measuring instruments peculiar to the trades.
• Understand and execute oral and written instructions and to work independently in the performance of the work of the position.
• Perform and complete multiple work assignments in a timely manner.

Qualifications

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.

Additional Information

To be considered for this opportunity please:

• Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs.
• If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title.
• If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
• Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.

This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed.

Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration.

Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date.

Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.

At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step.

We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career.

We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision.

Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home?