Maintenance Mechanic 3- Plumbing Specialist

State of Washington•Chelan County – Wenatchee, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a skilled Senior Plumber to join the Facilities Maintenance team. This role ensures terminals, maintenance facilities, and support buildings remain safe, reliable, and fully operational by providing advanced plumbing expertise. The position supports essential ferry services by maintaining critical infrastructure and responding to facility needs. The Maintenance Mechanic 3 will work collaboratively with maintenance teams to create safe and functional environments for employees and the traveling public, directly supporting WSDOT's mission.

Requirements

Proven trade experience in plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair.
Experience in maintenance and repair of basic carpentry, mechanical and electrical systems and devices.
Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings, and specifications.
Experience using computers and facility maintenance software, including email, internet, basic PC applications, and computerized maintenance management systems.
Knowledge of and experience performing all phases of concrete work, including installation, maintenance, and repair.
Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
Demonstrates a willingness to take action to meet the needs of others.
Ability to maneuver and transport up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work safely at heights greater than 50 feet, following established safety protocols.
Ability to adapt to operational needs by working beyond scheduled shifts, responding to emergency call-ins and working with other work groups when business needs arise.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a Washington State Journey Level Plumbing License (PL01)

Responsibilities

Inspect, test, and perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on mechanical, plumbing, roofing, electrical, HVAC, fire, security, and building systems.
Maintain and repair facility infrastructure and equipment, including door hardware, gates, oil/water separators, drinking fountains, exhaust fans, motors, fencing, signage, radio towers, air compressors, and related systems.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, modify, and repair plumbing, drainage, piping, water supply, drain, waste, vent, and compressed air systems.
Read and interpret plans, sketches, and specifications to support facility maintenance, repairs, alterations, and construction projects.
Serve as the senior plumbing specialist by assessing complex plumbing issues and recommending effective maintenance and repair solutions.
Estimate labor, materials, and resource needs for plumbing-related construction, alteration, and repair projects, and provide recommendations to management.
Procure parts and materials in accordance with purchasing guidelines.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, material usage, and expenditures using the computerized maintenance management system and complete required documentation.