Maintenance Mechanic ; Fort Flagler State Park

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission

Maintenance Mechanic 1

Nordland, WA

September 24th, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

Position Status:
This is a permanent position. Parking housing is not available.

Under the supervision of the Construction & Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Mechanic 1 independently performs a variety of responsibilities that include general maintenance, repair, remodeling, and construction duties. This position will utilize working knowledge of several related skills, such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, painting, and machinist work. This position will also install, repair, inspect, and maintain physical facilities (i.e., buildings, facilities, and grounds), machinery, and equipment within the Olympic View Area.

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

The Olympic View Area is recruiting an organized, energetic, and safety oriented team player to fill our Maintenance Mechanic 1 position. The Olympic View Area consists of seven park properties, including Fort Flagler, Fort Worden, Mystery Bay, Anderson Lake and Fort Townsend. The duty station for this position is at Fort Flagler State Park on Marrowstone Island. Fort Flagler is nearly 1,200 acres with many recreational opportunities and amazing views of the mountain ranges, Puget Sound and Port Townsend Bay.

The Olympic View area has 22 full-time positions and 12 seasonal employees throughout the seven park properties.

The ideal candidate should have basic to moderate experience in all aspects of building maintenance and repair, along with basic knowledge in plumbing repair, electrical repair and minor construction projects. A desire to learn and improve those skill sets will be highly encouraged.

• Performs general work in maintenance, repair, remodel, and alteration in construction and maintenance of area facilities, ground, vehicles, and equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance to park buildings and other park facilities.
• Maintains and repairs plumbing, and sewage systems with the ability to provide minor electrical repairs.
• Coordinates with management, other employees, volunteers, and correctional crews during maintenance and repair projects.

• 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.
• CPR certification within first six (6) months of employment.

• Experience working in a Parks and Recreation field.
• 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.

• Having a "safety-first" mindset—someone who instinctively uses PPE, follows OSHA/state protocols, and understands the risks of working on sewage and electrical systems.

• 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.

• Working knowledge of specific skilled trades. Must be able to demonstrate competence in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and masonry to independently maintain park infrastructure like recreation units and shower meters.

• The ability to follow a schedule, diagnose wear and tear before it becomes a failure, and perform routine servicing on vehicles and equipment to extend their lifespan.

• Must be a self-starter. Needs the judgment to troubleshoot infrastructure issues and solve problems on-site without needing a supervisor to green-light every minor repair.

• Effectively coordinating with management, area staff, and volunteers to ensure project completion.

• Increasing and developing knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Adapting to change and applying new approaches.

• Asking questions to understand and meet the needs of others.
• Collaborating with others to overcome challenges and find solutions.

• Ability to work independently while using good judgement and problem-solving skills in decision making.
• Self-starter who can see a project through to completion.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

All Maintenance Mechanic 1 employees are required to wear a…