Title- Site Support and Maintenance Specialist
Classification- Maintenance Mechanic 1 (MM1)
Job Status- Full-Time / Permanent
WDFW Program- Capital and Asset Management Program (CAMP) 
Duty Station- Lacey, Washington – Thurston County – Lacey Construction Shop 

Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW!

This is an opportunity to engage in a variety of general semi-skilled manual labor activities that will support various trade professionals, such as carpenters, equipment operators, welders, and mechanics.

In this vital role, you’ll take part in diverse projects, ensuring site safety, operating equipment, and performing maintenance tasks that keep our grounds and facilities functional and secure.

Your work will have a direct impact on creating safe, sustainable spaces that support both conservation and community engagement.
 

What to Expect-

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Grounds and Asset Maintenance Technician will,

Site Clearing and Site Safety Securing:

• Clean up rubble and debris and remove trash and materials.
• Dig and backfill ditches and trenches, cut, and remove woody debris, grounds restoration, and clean barrier dams.
• Maintain a clean job site, mowing, weed eating, clipping removal.
• Secure job sites daily by collecting tools and equipment to eliminate hazards.
• Set up traffic cones, barricades, warning ribbons and any other devices as directed to ensure site and yard safety.
• Monitor site conditions and report to management any potential unsafe conditions.
• Participate in making site safe as instructed by management.

Equipment and Power Tool Operation:

• Operate motorized vehicles, such as trucks and trailer combination, to transport equipment, supplies, and materials.
• Use hand and power tools, such as weed eaters, leaf blowers, chainsaws, welders, and plate compactors.
• Set-up/break down of portable trash pumps.
• Load, unload, and transport supplies, materials, or equipment using forklifts, backhoes, and flat-bed trucks or trailers.

Maintenance and Construction Support:

• Cut pipes, plates, and other materials.
• Assist in the installation of pipe, valves, gates, and signage.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work Setting, including hazards: 

• Duties are performed at construction sites, hatcheries, wildlife areas, and in the construction staging yard, truck shop and in the pump shop.
• Hazards include working on rough terrain, riverbanks, slippery slopes, and other surfaces, confined and difficult to reach spaces, and in all types of weather conditions, including extreme heat, rain, or show.
• Bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, pushing, pulling, and periodically lifting of 50 pounds repetitively when loading and unloading trucks or moving materials around project site.
• Some tasks will involve sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to navigate water in emergency situations.

Schedule:  
Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm. Work overtime as needed/requested. 

Travel Requirements:  
Travel required 20%-30% depending on season. This will include occasional overnight stays.

Tools and Equipment:  
Pipe wrenches, chain wrenches, socket and combination wrenches, impact driver, grinder, oxy-acetylene torch, chain hoist, hammers, screwdrivers, drill, sawzall, bandsaw, sand blaster, parts washer, hydraulic press, slide hammer, pipe threader, taps and die set (including bolt and pipe), pickup truck and trailer combination, flat-bed truck, forklift and various small gas-powered construction equipment (mowers, leaf blowers, weed eaters, plate compactors, paint sprayer, pressure washer, welder and compact/mini excavator).  

Customer Interactions:  
Frequent interactions varying between Federal, Local, Inter-Agency, and Intra-Agency customers and vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications: 

High School Diploma or equivalent.

AND

Two (2) years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction, or repair work or similarly related field.

Ability to:

• Use and care for hand and power tools with reasonable degree of skill, work safely, perform work from oral and written instructions without direct supervision and perform heavy manual tasks.
• Read and interpret sketches and verbal instructions to order parts, materials, and equipment.
• Use a computer and perform basic navigation of Word, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook.
• Follow verbal instructions and maintain an informal roster of tasks to be accomplished on a day-to-day basis.

Knowledge of:

• Rules of safe operation of equipment.
• State motor vehicle laws.
• Materials used in servicing and maintaining vehicles, construction, and water pumping equipment.
• Rules for operating state vehicles.
• Methods, tools, and materials used in servicing and maintaining equipment.

Certifications/Licenses:
Valid driver’s license recognized in the state of Washington and acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications: 
In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess some or all the following:

• Forklift Operation Certification.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Card.
• Experience in the use of hand tools and equipment commonly used by grounds keepers.
• Ability to drive/operate trucks and vans up to 550 class.
• Ability to tow and maneuver trailers behind a tow vehicle.
• Knowledge and ability to tie-down or secure goods and materials on a transport truck.

Your application should include the following:

• A completed online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
• An up-to-date resume.
• A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
• At least three professional references with current contact information.

Supplemental Information

In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.

Important Note: 

All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link:  https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Union- WFSE: 

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).  This recruitment may be used to fill positions in addition to those listed.

 Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice: 

Per RCW 73.16.010 Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following: 

• Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at Ashley.Lee@dfw.wa.gov. 
• Veterans only – Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
  • Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully.  All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer.  We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity.  Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Request an accommodation: Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.

Technical Difficulties: If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com. 

Other questions: If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to Ashley.Lee@dfw.wa.gov and reference job #2024-14061.

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