Maintenance Mechanic ; Northwest Region Maintenance

Description

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission

Maintenance Mechanic 1

Burlington, WA

Continuous. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting September 9th, 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.

This is a permanent position

Under the supervision of the Region Construction & Maintenance Supervisor, this position serves as a member of the Northwest Region maintenance team in the maintenance and construction of planned, preventative and deferred maintenance projects throughout the Pacific Northwest assisting Parks from Tacoma to the Canadien border, including all the San Juan Islands. The Maintenance Mechanic 1 is responsible for coordinating and performing new construction, renovation, remodel, repair, inspection, and maintenance of State Park buildings, facilities, grounds, equipment, and vehicles.

This position is not eligible to telework, as physical on-site presence is required to perform essential functions.

• This position requires travel and overnight travel. Percentage of travel varies based on season and work required but can be up to 50-80% of the time between parks and statewide for meetings, training, and other field work.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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…