Maintenance Mechanic

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00AM to 3:30PM. This position is located at 1911 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98402. This position will be required to travel between the two managed properties. An agency vehicle may be scheduled for use. This position includes moderate interactions with the public.

The Maintenance Mechanic 3 (MM3) is within the Museum Support Services Division and leads the Facilities Services Department. This department maintains building systems such as environmental controls, utilities, plumbing and mechanical systems, and automation systems that execute operations. The MM3 provides maintenance support and HVAC & Automation System support. The work is performed inside and outside in a variety of seasonal conditions.

The MM3 works with complicated HVAC, power, and water systems, power tools, lifts, and sharp instruments that require PPE and hazard awareness. You must be able to move, lift, or transfer 75lbs, work in inclement weather, walk and stand for long periods, and work from a ladder or platform.

• Plan, coordinate, assign tasks, and perform work to ensure project completion for building operational systems and facility appearance.
• Perform skilled and unskilled maintenance tasks associated with installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems and components.
• Consult with appropriate resources to plan, estimate, and execute projects; requisition materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain preventative maintenance plans for all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Direct the work tasks of Maintenance Mechanic 2.
• Monitor, analyze, adjust, maintain, and troubleshoot HVAC climate control systems, and perform minor repairs if needed.
• Oversee scheduled contractor maintenance service projects related to refrigeration, steam distribution systems, commercial air‑conditioning equipment, air‑handling units, and pneumatic/electronic/electrical or mechanical control systems.

• Six (6) years of HVAC, refrigeration mechanic and installer, or closely relevant field such as building and equipment maintenance, construction or repair work that includes two (2) years of HVAC experience.
• HVAC certificate from accredited technical or trade school; and three (3) years of HVAC and/or refrigeration maintenance.
• Associate’s degree in HVAC; and two (2) years of HVAC and/or refrigeration maintenance.
• HS Diploma/GED equivalent; completion of a recognized apprenticeship in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration mechanics and installers, steamfitter, or other relevant skilled mechanic trade, and one year of experience as a journey level worker or equivalent experience.

• Knowledge of standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment of the HVAC trades; operation and theory of steam generation equipment, fluid and gas systems; and laws, rules or regulations that pertain to pressure vessels.
• Able to lead other staff effectively.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to clearly convey information in a positive, productive, and respectful way.
• Able to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, plans and sketches.
• Possess basic computer skills with the ability to utilize automation systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility; and the ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

• Accountability – Accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes.
• Interpersonal Skills – Interacts with co-workers, clients and others in a positive manner.
• Productivity – Produces quality, desired results efficiently; manages resources efficiently.
• Safety – Performs work in a safe manner at all times; assesses the work site for hazards; maintains an organized work area; identifies, corrects, and reports unsafe situations; attends safety training events.

• Experience effectively leading others in building maintenance work, including assigning tasks, providing instruction and training, and checking…