DSHS WSH Maintenance Mechanic 2

Maintenance Mechanic 2 in the Electrical Shop

We are seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team working in the electric shop at Western State Hospital.  
Work schedule: 7.30am – 3:30pm Monday - Friday

You'll work independently, utilize your knowledge of several related fields, and perform a variety of skilled work in the operation, maintenance, repair, remodeling, and construction of buildings, grounds, machinery, mechanical facilities and equipment, hospital facilities, systems, and equipment.

Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.

Some of what you’ll do:

• Provide support to our Electricians in the electrical shop
• Perform maintenance and repairs on electrical, mechanical, and structural systems of buildings and utility distribution.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment (e.g., oil changes, lubrication, fix flats, fan belt replacement).
• Repair and maintain shop equipment, vehicles, and construction equipment. 

• Repair windows, doors, screens, floors, and painted surfaces and install and maintain electrical connections, switches, circuits, and thermostats.

• Perform maintenance and repair on electrical systems, including electrical drive motors and other equipment.

• Maintain and repair mechanical systems, including air-conditioning equipment, motors, shafts, bearings, and drive belts.

• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical systems such as laundry, kitchen, and hospital laboratory equipment.

• Repair structural components of buildings and perform remodels and construction work in accordance with project requirements. 

• Monitor safety equipment and fire protection systems and maintain environmental control equipment.

• Perform skilled work in painting, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.

• Operate vehicles to pick up and deliver parts, supplies, and commissary orders.

• Operate hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.

• Work from verbal descriptions, plans, sketches, or drawings.

• Estimate materials needed for job completion.

 

Who should apply

Those with a high school diploma and four years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction or repair work, or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a skilled mechanic trade

Preferred Qualifications

• Washington State electrician license
• Previous electrical experience is desired
• Knowledge and experience in several trades at a journey level
• Ability to show patience and respect to those with behavioral health issues

If you have questions about the application process, email Reema Goyal, Recruiter, at reema.goyal@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 04652

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
 
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protect­ed veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

 

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Salary : $60,132 - $69,744