Equipment Technician 3

Washington State University • Pullman, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As the Equipment Technician 3, you perform journey‑level inspection, troubleshooting, diagnosis, servicing, and major and minor mechanical repairs on a wide range of equipment used in highway maintenance, heavy and industrial/commercial operations, or motorized farm work. You carry out preventative maintenance, operate shop equipment as part of your daily responsibilities, and may order, requisition, and maintain an inventory of parts. This is a full-time, permanent position within Facilities Services at Washington State University (WSU) Pullman campus. Facilities Services is responsible for the stewardship, maintenance, and operations of campus buildings, grounds, and utilities. WSU is a top public research institution committed to making a positive difference and fostering a community of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers.

Requirements

• High school graduation or possession of a GED certificate.
• Three (3) years of experience in the performance of preventative maintenance and repairs assisting a journey level mechanic, OR successful completion of vocational technical training in heavy equipment and/or industrial/commercial equipment repair (including welding) which may substitute year for year for up to two (2) years of experience, OR one (1) year of experience as a journey-level mechanic maintaining and repairing heavy-duty equipment, OR journey-level standing as a heavy equipment and/or industrial/commercial mechanic as demonstrated by completion of a recognized apprenticeship or by journey-level standing as recognized by a labor union.
• Possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.
• Possess, or be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire, an Authorized Emission Specialist certification.
• Possess, or be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire, a Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning certification.

Nice To Haves

• Front end alignment experience using modern alignment machines.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain at time of hire, a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Oxygen/acetylene and Arc and/or wire feed welding experience.
• Three (3) years experience as a heavy equipment mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Perform journey‑level inspection, troubleshooting, diagnosis, servicing, and major and minor mechanical repairs on a wide range of equipment used in highway maintenance, heavy and industrial/commercial operations, or motorized farm work.
• Carry out preventative maintenance.
• Operate shop equipment as part of daily responsibilities.
• May order, requisition, and maintain an inventory of parts.

Benefits

• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• Retirement
• Deferred compensation
• Optional supplemental retirement accounts
• Training and development
• Employee tuition waiver

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees