Equipment Technician - Parts

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award‐winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world’s longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

WSDOT is currently seeking an Equipment Technician 3 – Parts professional to join our team and support the agency’s mission of keeping Washington’s roadways safe for travel. This role is responsible for researching, procuring, receiving, and issuing critical equipment replacement parts using established purchasing rules and the Fleet Equipment Management System (M5). The position manages stock for five inventory locations across the North Central Region while ensuring accurate data entry into M5 and the Purchase Card database.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting WSDOT’s safety program by maintaining the parts inventory essential to keeping our fleet operational and roadway crews equipped.

• Procure, receive, store, inventory, and issue replacement parts for automotive, light truck, heavy equipment, and heavy truck fleets using the Fleet Equipment Management System (FEMS).
• Process and track payable invoices, P-Card transactions, and financial records to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain accurate on-hand inventory, generate inventory reports, and coordinate the return of outdated parts to vendors.
• Set up and manage new part numbers, bin locations, and stock levels to meet operational needs.
• Meet with vendors and sales representatives to discuss product availability, compare pricing, and make recommendations to management.
• Keep parts areas, warehouses, and storage locations clean, safe, and organized with proper labeling and rotation of stock.
• Collaborate with regional and area shop staff to fulfill orders, address inventory issues, and support equipment needs.
• Attend training sessions and meetings and perform additional duties as assigned to support team and regional operations.

To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

• Commitment to Inclusion: Contribute to a work environment that fosters respect and equal opportunity.
• Learning Agility: Demonstrate a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service Orientation: Demonstrate a willingness to take action to meet the needs of others.
• Customer Service & Communication: Provide professional customer service and communicate effectively by computer, phone, and in person.
• Fleet Administration: Perform administrative functions supporting automotive, heavy‑duty, industrial/commercial vehicle, or equipment fleets.
• Parts Procurement: Research, identify, and procure replacement parts for automotive, heavy truck, construction, industrial, and/or heavy equipment fleets.
• Inventory & Records Management: Manage inventory and maintain accurate records in inventory, fleet management, or purchasing systems.
• Purchasing Practices: Apply purchasing procedures, contracts, and vendor resources to obtain parts.
• Driver’s License: A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate a state‑owned vehicle.
• Computer Proficiency: Use personal computers and software programs, including word processing, spreadsheets, email, collaboration tools, and fleet management software.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service‑Oriented: Demonstrates a willingness to take action to meet the needs of others.

• Technical Training: Completion of vocational or technical training related to heavy truck, heavy equipment, industrial/commercial equipment repair, or parts.

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• The salary range listed includes the 2% general wage increase, effective on July 1, 2026.
• In addition to base salary,…