Construction & Maintenance Project Specialist (SW Region Shops)

State of Washington•Thurston County – Olympia, WA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is hiring a permanent Construction & Maintenance Project Specialist based out of its Southwest Region shop in Olympia, Washington. Under the supervision of the Construction & Maintenance Lead, Supervisor, or Area Manager, this position performs advanced- and journey-level construction, maintenance, and repair work in a variety of trades. It serves as a maintenance and project contact for parks and facilities managed by the Southwest Region, coordinating with Area and Park staff to identify, plan, develop, and complete routine and non-routine projects, including emergency and urgent repairs. The position also oversees maintenance and operation of agency-owned equipment, vehicles, tools, buildings, and facilities. The Southwest Region covers a wide geographic area, and the position requires on-site work; it is not eligible for telework. Work includes projects at parks and facilities across the region and statewide travel for field work, meetings, and training. The position works four 10-hour days per week, typically Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; a flexible schedule may be considered based on business needs and supervisory approval. Travel and overnight travel are required 50% of the time. Construction & Maintenance Specialists are required to wear a uniform. The agency provides shirts, a jacket, a baseball cap, and a safety vest on set schedules, along with a $200 annual clothing stipend and a $250 boot stipend every two years. The position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees. A background check will be conducted before hiring.

Requirements

Two years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic 1, or four years of advanced-level experience in two or more construction/building trades, including building maintenance, repair, remodeling, construction duties, and mechanical or machinery operation.
Two years of technical or vocational training or education in a building/construction trade may substitute for up to two years of the required experience.
High school graduation or GED.
Valid driver's license, unrestricted other than corrective lenses.
Obtain First Aid/CPR certification within the first 12 months of employment.
Competence in multi-trade, journey-level work, including carpentry, masonry, roofing, plumbing, and electrical trades, to handle complex structural needs.
Ability to operate, maintain, and repair varied equipment and specialized gear safely at job sites.
Ability to work independently using sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
Ability to lead lower-level staff, take direction, learn new skills, and see projects through to completion.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Willingness to follow safety policies and protocols and collaborate with others to meet needs and solve problems.
Ability to travel, including overnight travel, 50% of the time between parks and statewide for meetings, training, and field work.
Ability to work on-site; telework is not available.
Wear the required uniform.

Nice To Haves

Experience working for Washington State Parks or a similar parks and recreation organization.
Advanced experience driving and operating a variety of vehicles and light to heavy equipment.
Advanced knowledge and experience with hand and power tools.
Intermediate technical knowledge and experience in construction, installation, and troubleshooting issues affecting agency facilities, sites, and systems.
Beginner skills using Microsoft Office products such as Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Beginner project management experience, including planning, purchasing, and completing tasks.
Experience organizing work projects, including time management, multitasking, and communication.
Knowledge and application of building codes and rules and regulations governing safety, repair, maintenance, and construction of facilities and tasks.

Responsibilities

Perform construction, maintenance, and repair work for preventative and deferred maintenance projects requiring lead- and journey-level skills.
Perform journey-level work in equipment operations, repair, improvement projects, carpentry, masonry, roofing, plumbing, and electrical trades.
Maintain, construct, and remodel buildings, floats, docks, trail infrastructure, and other facilities needed for continued park operations.
Prepare written project documents and complete construction and maintenance work in accordance with applicable permit codes.
Respond to and repair maintenance emergencies and urgent issues at area parks.
Maintain, monitor, and repair water and sewer systems.
Propose and plan projects, including permitting and budgeting; provide written documentation, periodic project reviews, and quality control.
Maintain health and safety standards and work independently in remote locations.
Operate, maintain, and repair heavy equipment as needed; operate and transport equipment as needed.
Coordinate and work cooperatively with Area and Park staff on project identification, planning, development, and completion.
Oversee maintenance and operation of agency-owned equipment, vehicles, tools, buildings, and facilities.