Working Title: Equipment Mechanic – Equipment Technician 3 In-Training

Recruitment Number:18DOT-OR-30368

Location:Port Angeles, WA

Salary:$41,232 - $55,476 annually

Opening Date:February 9, 2018

Closing Date:February 25, 2018

The Opportunity:

WSDOT has an exciting opportunity for an experienced mechanic who wants to utilize their skills to work on a variety of motor vehicles and highway maintenance equipment in our Port Angeles shop. We are looking for a mechanic to perform preventative maintenance, inspection, and other services on all inventoried equipment including passenger vehicles, dump trucks, heavy equipment, and a variety of highway maintenance equipment. This position is critical in ensuring that equipment is ready to roll to keep our highways free of hazards and open to the traveling public year-round. If you are a reliable, safety-minded mechanic, then we have an exciting opportunity for you!

At WSDOT, we honor diversity in the workplace and support one another with respect and trust. If you would like to join our team-oriented environment and enjoy continuously changing environment, along with a great deal of career stability and growth, definitely consider a career opportunity with WSDOT. To learn more, please watch the following video: Why WSDOT?

This position will perform the following work:

  • Perform preventative maintenance, inspection, and correction of minor repairs on all WSDOT equipment.
  • Troubleshoot, overhaul, and repair gas and diesel engines, transmissions, electrical & electronic systems, brakes, hydraulic systems, suspensions, steering and fuel systems.
  • Detect and repair safety items on equipment to reduce field down time and extend service for life of equipment used by WSDOT.
  • Safely operate welders, drill press, grinder, press, hoist, air tools, jacks and other shop equipment.
  • Fabricate, weld, and install additional equipment to vehicles.
  • Maneuver in, on, around and under various pieces of equipment for the purpose of servicing, diagnostic testing, and repairing in an efficient manner.
  • Operate a computer to maintain shop records.
  • Keep shop safe, clean, and orderly.
  • Abide by all safety policies and procedures.

Note:This position includes an approved in-training plan; therefore, it may be filled at the Equipment Technician 2 or 3 level. The salary levels for each are:

Equipment Technician 3: $41,232- $47,820Annually

Equipment Technician 3: $47,820 - $55,476 Annually
An ideal candidate will have:

  • At least three years' experience performing preventative maintenance and repairs assisting a journey-level mechanic ORjourney-level standing as a heavy equipment mechanic through completion of a recognized labor union apprenticeship program OR one year of experience as a journey-level mechanic maintaining and repairing heavy-duty equipment.
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • A valid Washington State Commercial Driver’s (CDL), Class A without air brakes restriction, with N endorsement or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.
  • Computer skills with the ability to operate Microsoft Office Suite and the Fleet Equipment Management System.
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in the written form.
  • Experience reading and understanding equipment manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
  • Ability to lift and transport up to 50 pounds.
  • Must possess a basic set of mechanic hand tools.
  • Experience operating computerized diagnostic testing equipment, welders, drill presses, hoists, air tools, and jacks.

Note:

This position is covered by a union shop provision. Therefore, as a condition of employment, candidates who are appointed are required to become members of the WFSE, or arrange to pay to that union a fee equivalent to its regular monthly dues. The union shop provision shall be effective on the first day of the month following the employee's initial 30 days in this classification.

Condition of Employment:

WSDOT is committed to an alcohol and drug free workplace. These positions are subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Highway Administration. For more information, please go to DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing.If you are selected for an interview, you may be required to provide your driving record from the Department of Licensing.

How to Apply:

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Please select the large “apply” button at the top of this announcement. You may need to set up an account profile. To be considered for this position you will need to answer the supplemental questions. Also, please attach a cover letter and resume.

Contact us:

For inquiries about this position, please contact Rachel Gieseat . Please reference recruitment number18DOT-OR-30368.

The Washington State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call or email the recruiter.