Industrial Engine Mechanic - West Point

This is a transfer opportunity, and first consideration is given to qualified transfer-eligible employees in the same classification.

If no qualified transfer-eligible candidate is selected, external applicants will be considered.

This recruitment will hire for 1 position. In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future Industrial Engine Mechanic - West Point Career Service vacancies within the Wastewater Treatment Division over the next 6 months.

King County's Wastewater Treatment Division is seeking an Industrial Engine Mechanic
. Support the safe and reliable operation of the West Point Treatment Plant and multiple offsite facilities by performing skilled maintenance and repair on critical engine systems. In this role, you will provide hands‑on support for the operation, maintenance, and reliability of backup generators and the cogeneration system that powers essential wastewater treatment operations. You will apply your technical knowledge to troubleshoot, inspect, maintain, and repair engine‑driven equipment, ensuring systems operate efficiently and in compliance with safety standards.

As part of Capital Improvement Projects, you may provide input based on field experience to support equipment installation, system upgrades, and plant improvements. You will also coordinate with team members and supervisors to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This is a rewarding opportunity to have a direct impact on public health and environmental protection by supporting reliable wastewater treatment and resource recovery for the Puget Sound region, while continuing to build and expand your technical skills.

The Industrial Engine Mechanic plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of wastewater treatment operations by maintaining and repairing a wide variety of engine‑driven equipment—including diesel generators, biogas generators, diesel‑driven pumps, biogas raw sewage pump engines, and related ancillary systems—both onsite and across a network of offsite pump and regulator stations throughout King County. The position also contributes to meeting COGEN run‑time requirements and maintaining clear communication with Seattle City Light (SCL) and other stakeholders as needed.

This includes working closely with other craft, operations, and engineering staff to support planned and corrective maintenance activities.

In this role, the mechanic applies technical expertise to support preventive maintenance programs and respond to unscheduled corrective work, helping to ensure safe and reliable operations. The position may include participation in a rotating standby schedule to respond to emergency situations outside normal working hours. Safety is a top priority. The Industrial Engine Mechanic follows all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), lockout/tagout protocols, and safe work practices related to electrical, mechanical, and environmental hazards.

This includes compliance with permit‑required confined space entry, hot work permitting, and other applicable safety requirements. The ideal candidate is goal‑oriented, safety‑focused, and committed to working collaboratively with other mechanics, operations staff, and supporting trades. They communicate effectively, follow established shop practices, and contribute to the plant consistently meeting operational objectives while maintaining high standards of reliability, safety, and community stewardship.

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and overhaul engine‑driven equipment and generator power systems (up to 13.09 kV), including power generation systems, diesel standby emergency generators, large‑bore co‑generating engines, engine‑driven pumps, and all related ancillary equipment, including the COGEN.
• Maintain accurate records of emission testing and tuning for SI co‑generation and pump engine equipment as required.
• Maintain records of fuel tank testing, permit inspections, and certifications for all above ground and underground fuel tanks as required by the DOE.
• Inspect and…