Equipment Technician 3 - Multiple Positions

About WSDOT

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking multiple experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanics (ET3) who want to utilize their skills to work on a variety of motor vehicles and highway maintenance equipment. The permanent duty station for these positions will be located in Seattle, but they will be temporarily assigned to our maintenance shops throughout Northwest Region at our Bellingham, Mount Vernon, Bellevue, and Kent locations. We are looking for mechanics to perform preventative maintenance, inspection, and other services on all inventoried equipment including passenger vehicles, dump trucks, heavy equipment, and a variety of highway maintenance equipment. This position is critical in ensuring that equipment is ready to roll to keep our highways free of hazards and open to the traveling public year-round. The successful candidates appointed to these unique positions will serve vital roles in support of WSDOT's mission to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation options to improve communities and economic vitality.
What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will:

• Perform preventative maintenance, inspection, and major and minor repairs on all WSDOT equipment, including all types of light and heavy equipment used in highway maintenance and construction.
• Troubleshoot, overhaul, and repair gas and diesel engines, transmissions, electrical & electronic systems, brakes, hydraulic systems, suspensions, steering and fuel systems.
• Repair and maintain steering and suspension systems; diagnose and repair hydraulic and air brake systems including anti-lock brake systems; design, diagnose, repair, and install hydraulic systems.
• Detect and repair safety items on equipment to reduce field down time and extend the service life of equipment used by WSDOT.
• Safely operate the following: welder, drill press, grinder, shop press, hoist, air tools, jacks, and other shop equipment.
• Fabricate, weld, and install additional equipment to vehicles.
• Maneuver in, on, around and under various pieces of equipment for the purpose of servicing, diagnostic testing, and repairing in an efficient manner.
• Keep shop safe, clean, and orderly.
• Oversee work, share knowledge, and mentor Equipment Technician 3 in-training personnel.
• Abide by all safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, one of the following is required:

• Three (3) years of experience in the performance of preventative maintenance and repairs assisting a journey-level mechanic, OR
• Journey-Level standing as a heavy equipment mechanic demonstrated by the completion of a recognized apprenticeship, OR
• Journey-Level standing as recognized by a labor union, OR
• One (1) year of experience as a journey-level mechanic maintaining and repairing heavy duty equipment.

In addition to one of the above, the following is also required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Computer skills with the ability to operate Microsoft Office Suite and the M5 Fleet Equipment Management System.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in the written form.
• Experience reading and understanding equipment manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Ability to manipulate up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand stationary for periods up to 30 minutes at a time and alternate between standing and walking for long periods per work shift.
• Experience operating computerized diagnostic testing equipment, welders, drill presses, hoists, air tools, and jacks.
• Ability to travel throughout the region to other equipment facilities.
• Current Class A Commercial Driver's License with "N" and Air Brake endorsements, no automatic transmission restriction and DOT medical certification or the ability to obtain with six months of employment.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Current Class A Commercial Driver's License with "N" and Air Brake endorsements, no automatic transmission restriction and DOT medical certification.
• Successful completion of vocational technical training in heavy equipment, light vehicles, and/or industrial/commercial equipment repair, including welding/fabrication.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• The official duty station for these positions will be located in Seattle, but this recruitment will be used to temporarily fill Multiple Positions throughout the Northwest Region, which includes Bellingham, Mount Vernon, Bellevue, and Kent, and will be determined based on candidate preference and overall business needs.
• The salary listed includes the legislative approved 5% salary premium for positions in King County and 10% Assignment Pay. (Some positions may not qualify for the 5% King County salary premium pay).
• The salary listed for this position also includes the legislative approved 20% Assignment Pay for heavy equipment mechanics.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• This position is subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA). For more information, please go to DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance - We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals' lifestyle.
• Paid Leave - In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees mayearn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance - Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future - WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the "References" section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

Contact us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Amanda Strebeck at strebal@wsdot.wa.gov . Please be sure to reference ETMechanics in the subject line.