FACILITIES TECHNICIAN III

Thurston County • Olympia, WA

10h

About The Position

Thurston County is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to fill a Facilities Technician III position within the Facilities Services Division of the Central Services Department.
The Facilities Technician Ill is a senior level position, responsible for maintaining and repairing county buildings and equipment and ensuring work performed meets code requirements and County guidelines. We are looking for an experienced technician with hands-on experience maintaining and repairing a variety of building systems such as electrical, HVAC, plumbing, electronic controls, fire alarms, security systems, lighting, irrigation and related systems. The preferred candidate will have experience acting in a lead capacity, meeting with customers, vendors and project managers, writing technical reports, evaluating code or other safety concerns, and reading blueprints or other building drawings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of vocational training program(s) in a building maintenance field.
• Must possess a certification or licensed in electrical systems, mechanical equipment and controls and advance knowledge of the codes and regulations.
• Three years' experience in building equipment/systems maintenance and operation which includes one year of hands-on experience in controls, two years of hands-on experience with major mechanical equipment and electrical repairs.
• Knowledge of the materials, methods, tools and equipment used in building and mechanical maintenance and repair work, and in the maintenance of plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical systems.
• Current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
• Must pass background security check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using testing and measurement equipment which may include data logger with computer reporting, meter, amp clamp and infrared camera.
• Knowledge of the materials, methods, tools, and equipment used in building mechanical maintenance and repair work, and in the maintenance of plumbing back flow, heating, air conditioning, and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Identifying, troubleshooting, and diagnosing problems with building systems and components which may include boiler system, electrical, electro-mechanical, electronic, and pneumatic control systems/components, fire alarm, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), and security systems.
• Setting and adjusting parameters within computer software systems which may control fire monitoring, DDC, or security systems.
• Performing and assigning preventive maintenance, periodic confidence testing, and repairs on major pieces of equipment as assigned through an electronic work order program.
• Performing activities as an electrician and an electronics or HVAC specialist and participating in meetings with vendors, customers, engineers, architects and customers estimating costs, evaluating code, safety and long and short-term effects of the planned projects.
• Laying out, repairing, testing, installing and modifying HVAC, electrical and electronic components of building systems and equipment. Reading, sketching and interpreting complex circuitry and other blueprints and drawings.
• Performing preventive maintenance and repairs on major pieces of equipment, including diesel/generators, air compressors, air handler units, fans, pumps, rotary screw chillers, water heaters, heat recovery systems, heat exchangers, heat pumps, gas furnaces, and refrigeration equipment, assuring adherence to safety rules, regulations, procedures, and precautions while involved in work tasks.

Benefits

• 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.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED