Maintenance Technician (Maintenance Mechanic 1)

State of Washington•Thurston County – Olympia, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) provides centralized business services to state government agencies, other public entities, and Washington residents. The Buildings & Grounds Division (B&G) is responsible for the Capitol Campus and DES-managed building operations, stewardship, and historic preservation. B&G provides service to over 42 agencies, maintains, operates, and preserves the 486-acre state Capitol Campus in Olympia, including more than 31 buildings, 18 public monuments, over 6,000 parking stalls, four state parks, a 260-acre lake, and off-campus facilities in five counties. B&G executes these responsibilities through Facilities Operations, Grounds Operations, Leadership and Admin, Maintenance & Repairs, and Support Services (Custodial). As a Maintenance Technician, you will perform hands-on maintenance, repairs, and grounds work for state-owned buildings in Thurston County, including the Governor’s Mansion. You’ll work independently or alongside skilled tradespeople in areas like carpentry, plumbing, painting, HVAC, and electrical. Day-to-day tasks include using hand and power tools, driving vehicles to transport supplies, running routine safety checks like testing fire alarms and exit lights, and helping out with remodeling and repair projects. This role is key in keeping state buildings running smoothly and looking great.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license.
Two (2) years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction, or repair work.
Possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license free from serious traffic violations.
Will need to be forklift and flagger certified. Training provided after hire.

Nice To Haves

Physical strength to perform heavy manual labor including lifting 50 lbs. and work inside, outside, and in all types of weather.
Ability to read and write.
Ability to understand and carry out instructions.
Willingness and ability to stand for four (4) hours or more.
Forklift and flagger certification (training provided after hire).

Responsibilities

Perform semi-skilled carpentry, plumbing, minor electrical, HVAC, mechanical, and machinist work independently.
Assist journey-level tradespeople with skilled carpentry, painting, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and fire system tasks.
Drive fleet vehicles to transport materials, tools, and supplies.
Operate hand, power, and shop tools, including drills and pressure washers.
Conduct routine preventive maintenance and testing for fire alarms and exit lighting.
Maintain, repair, and remodel the Governor’s Mansion, its facilities, and surrounding grounds under direction.
Complete additional duties as assigned, assisting licensed or journey-level staff when specialized trade work is required.
Communicate safety or skill concerns to supervisors when assigned tasks fall outside your experience level.
Other duties as needed.