Facilities Maintenance Technician; MMDOH

Position: Facilities Maintenance Technician (MM1) DOH8780

Facilities Maintenance Technician (MM1) DOH
8780

Location: Public Health Laboratories, Shoreline, WA
Position Type: Non-permanent appointment, 7‑month duration (Onsite/In-person)

Description

As a Facilities Maintenance Technician, you will help keep the state’s public health laboratory safe, reliable, and fully operational. Your on‑site work supports the agency’s mission by ensuring the facility, equipment, and mechanical systems perform at their best so staff, partners, and visitors can focus on critical public health work.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform corrective maintenance on building systems, equipment, and facilities
• Complete work orders for carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, and general repairs
• Support room setups, furniture moves, cleaning, and grounds care
• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, steam, hydraulic, pneumatic, and safety systems
• Replace parts, filters, belts, and other components as part of planned maintenance
• Diagnose issues in laboratory and building systems using digital and analytic tools
• Maintain mechanical spaces and equipment through cleaning and upkeep
• Handle materials and supplies with pallet jacks, lifts, and other equipment
• Operate a state vehicle for maintenance‑related tasks
• Monitor building automation systems and communicate alarms or needed adjustments

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Your work directly supports a facility that protects public health statewide
• Every day brings variety and hands‑on problem solving
• Team collaboration and a positive attitude are valued
• You’ll build a wide range of maintenance and mechanical skills
• You play a key role in emergency response and continuity operations that keep essential lab functions running

The Ideal Candidate

You enjoy hands‑on work, solving problems, and keeping systems running at peak performance. You stay organized, communicate clearly, and bring a calm, steady approach to shifting priorities. You value teamwork, safety, and take pride in maintaining a professional environment.

Required Qualifications

We value all relevant experience (paid or unpaid) and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. You must meet at least ONE of the following options. Experience may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities.

• Option 1:
  Two years of general work experience in facilities, building, equipment maintenance, construction, or repair work.
• Option 2: A one‑year technical certificate, trade school program, or apprenticeship in building maintenance, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or a closely related field.

Preferred / Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience

• Experience working in a health services or laboratory environment.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license may be required.

About Us

The Public Health Laboratories protect communities by detecting pathogens, overseeing newborn screenings, and responding to outbreaks. We are part of the Washington State Department of Health, a diverse, equity‑driven team committed to real‑world impact and public health at scale.

Benefits and Lifestyle

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical (vision, dental, and basic life insurance); retirement plans; paid leave; staff training; and wellness programs. Full details are available on the DOH website and Work@Health.

Conditions of Employment

Work setting:
On‑site in the lab; requires constant movement, ladder use up to 10 ft, heavy equipment handling, exterior work in inclement weather, respiratory protection, and adherence to biosafety level 3 protocols.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday 8 AM to 5 PM

Travel Requirements

• Occasional in‑state travel, possible overnight stays or multi‑day trips; must operate a state or private vehicle or provide alternative transportation.

Tools and Equipment

• Primary mechanical and diagnostic tools are provided by the agency.

Customer Interactions

• Interacts daily with internal lab staff, contractors, tradespeople, equipment representatives, and other external customers.

Application Information

Submit all materials through the official application portal. Attach your resume, cover letter, and DD‑214 (if applicable). Provide at least three professional references in…