Facilities Technician II 96th St. SW, Lakewood

Pierce Transit is dedicated to fulfilling the mission of improving the quality of life in our community by providing safe, reliable, innovative, and useful transportation services that are locally based and regionally connected.

Are you a highly experienced industrial maintenance technician or Millwright with exceptional mechanical skills? Do you thrive in commercial or industrial environments, and are you the go‑to expert for complex equipment adjustments, repairs, and replacements? Can you spot and resolve issues that others might miss? If you answered “yes” to these questions, we want to hear from you!

We’re looking for a highly skilled Facilities Technician II to join our Facilities Maintenance Department in Lakewood. In this vital role, you will:

• Perform Preventative Maintenance:
  Conduct routine and proactive maintenance on a range of systems and equipment, including HVAC, plumbing, bay doors, vehicle lifts, electrical systems, fire protection systems, bus shelters, fueling stations, bus vehicle wash systems, and machinery supporting fleet maintenance.
• Execute Repairs:
  Safely and effectively carry out repairs on buildings, shelters, and equipment. Includes carpentry work.
• Ensure Quality:
  Adhere to high standards of work quality, ensuring tasks meet or exceed inspection requirements and are fully compliant with regulations.
• Apply Technical Knowledge:
  Use hands‑on experience with electrical systems, HVAC, PLCs, and maintenance routines to address a wide range of needs.

• Extensive industrial/commercial maintenance experience.
• Expertise in critical systems: electrical systems, HVAC, and PLCs.
• Versatility in maintenance tasks (mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, carpentry).
• Independent judgment and decision making.
• Commitment to high‑quality standards and compliance.

This position may require working any shift, so flexibility is essential.

At Pierce Transit, employees’ health is important. We offer two on‑site employee fitness rooms, a Wellness Program, and excellent medical, dental, and vision packages. After one‑year anniversary, you may receive up to $18,000 in tuition assistance (certifications related to a job at Pierce Transit). All employees must participate in Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Pierce Transit offers two PERS plans and a 457 matching program.

Employees are not covered under Social Security except for Medicare. ORCA Card benefits provide free access to multiple transit services.

This job is eligible for shift differential pay per the ATU Collective Bargaining Agreement after probation and when you have bid to a shift.

Full‑time employees receive 11 paid holidays, 2 personal paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, 12 vacation days per year, and the ability to earn up to 2 wellness days. Part‑time employees receive pro‑rated leave.

The following functions are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties…