Equipment Technician

Position: Equipment Technician 1
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
June 7, 2026
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):
600I-_NPS - Equipment Technician 1

Business

Title:


Equipment Technician 1

Employee Type:
Classified

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

As the Equipment Technician 1 you will perform entry-level service and repair on vehicles, motorized farm equipment, and heavy construction equipment. Your duties include, but are not limited to: washing and detailing cars; changing oil and filters; inspecting exhaust systems; checking brakes; checking safety equipment; and repairing and maintaining tires.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time (
100% FTE),
permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary: $3,752 to $4,320 | Range 36G (Steps G-M) | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

• One (1) year of work experience in a garage or service station, or equivalent experience, or two (2) years of experience in appliance repair or related mechanical experience.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year experience in vehicle washing & detailing or similar environment.
• Lube, oil filter, and vehicle and equipment maintenance experience.
• Oxygen/Acetylene and Arc and/or Wire-feed welding experience.
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment with both standard and automatic transmissions.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

About Department: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Area/College: Facilities Services
Department Name: Facilities Services, Operations
Location: Pullman, WA 99164

About Facilities Services (WSU Pullman): Facilities Services' primary mission is the stewardship, maintenance, and operations of the campus buildings, grounds, and utilities on the Pullman campus. We aspire to be the service provider of choice and the employer of choice. We believe in developing solutions of lasting value through robust dialogue and collaboration with our campus partners and industry. Our staff of skilled trades-people, custodians, architects, engineers, interior designers, and support staff strive to demonstrate our commitment to integrity and professionalism.

Working at WSU: As one of the nation's top public research institutions, Washington State University (WSU) conducts research that improves the lives of people in Washington, the United States, and across the globe. When you make the choice to join WSU, you are joining a community committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others. You will join a team of faculty and staff dedicated to bringing the world the next generation of innovators, leaders, health care providers, and citizens.

The university offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees including health care and dental care options, retirement plans, long-term disability insurance, paid time off, professional development and a host of work/life quality programs. In addition, eligible employees may apply for a tuition waiver for many academic classes offered on campus. For more information about the benefits and programs available to WSU employees, follow Employee Types and Benefits.

Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

External candidates
, upload all documents in the "Application Document" section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of your application.

Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

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