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Maintenance Mechanic 2 - Yakima Construction Shop - Permanent - *10998-24

State of Washington | Yakima, WA

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Posted Date 9/26/2024
Description Salary: $4,740.00 - $5,501.00 Monthly

Location : Yakima County - Yakima, WA

Job Type: Full Time - Permanent

Job Number: 2024-10998

Department: Dept. of Fish and Wildlife

Opening Date: 09/26/2024

Closing Date: 10/24/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

Classification- Maintenance Mechanic 2

Job Status- Full-Time/PermanentWDFW Program- Capital and Asset ManagementProgram - Yakima Construction ShopDuty Station- Yakima, Washington - Yakima County

Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW!

Photo Caption:Fish Screen Structure - Photo Credit: WDFW

As a skilled mechanic, this position plays a critical role in inspecting and maintaining approximately sixty (60) fish screen facilities and several fish ways along the South Area route, covering vital tributaries like the Yakima, Walla Walla, and Touchet rivers. Your work ensures that these facilities meet WDFW and NOAA Fisheries biological protection standards. From fabricating metal products to operating heavy equipment like excavators and dump trucks, you'll be involved in all phases of construction and maintenance, helping to protect fish populations and their habitats.

What to Expect-

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Maintenance Mechanic will...

Conduct inspections, operation and maintenance of fish screens and fish ways which might include:
  • Seals inspection and/or replacement
  • Debris accumulation removal
  • Cleaning systems' functionality
  • Sediment removal
  • Work under journey level trades worker or work independently (with training) to inspect and maintain proper operating criteria for fish screens.
  • Diagnose and repair or replace component screen parts such as electric motors, gear reduction boxes, drive chains, sprockets, and other parts as needed.
Working Conditions:

Work Setting, including hazards: Work is performed on rough terrain in all weather conditions. Must be able to negotiate water in emergency situations. Work requires employee to bend, stoop, squat, push, pull, and lift 50 pounds repetitively when loading and unloading trucks or moving materials around project site.

Schedule: 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, occasional 8-day workweeks including weekends, overtime as needed.

Travel Requirements: Travel required.

Tools and Equipment: Basic hand tools, power tools such as drills, roto hammers, cut off saws, circular saws, hydraulic punch, metal band saws, welders, cutting torch, plasma cutter, chainsaws, and/or powered motors; automotive equipment and trailers, heavy equipment; backhoe, excavators, etc.

Customer Interactions: Frequent interactions varying between Federal, Local, Inter-Agency, and Intra-Agency customers, Irrigation Districts/Water Users, and vendors.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Option 1: High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of recognized apprenticeship in a skilled mechanic trade

Option 2: High School Diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of experience in mechanical repair work as a fulltime helper to a journey level mechanic.

Required job knowledge:
  • Accepted practices, processes, materials, and tools of the maintenance trades.
  • Occupational hazards and safety precautions of the building maintenance trades.
  • Equipment assembly, installation, repairs, etc.
  • Materials and technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic), general.
  • Materials and technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic), construction.
Certifications/Licenses: Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess some or all the following:
  • Valid First Aid and CPR Certification
  • Possession of a valid commercial driver's license.
Your application should include the following:
  • A completed online application.
  • An up-to-date resume (chronological preferred) showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
  • 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 and other , there are other 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 spouses of active-duty military personnel 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 RecruitmentTeam@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 .

Other questions: If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to and reference the job number in the subject line.

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More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave
Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 12-31-2022

01

Do you have a valid driver's license? Write "Yes" if you possess a valid driver's license, or write "No" if you do not possess a valid driver's license.

02

Please select the option below that best describes the highest level of education you have completed.
  • High School Diploma/GED.
  • Some College.
  • Vocational Degree or Certificate.
  • Associate's Degree.
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Master's Degree.
  • Ph.D.
  • None of the above.
03

What is your major area of study? If you possess multiple degrees, please list each degree and major. (If this does not apply to you, please put N/A.) This includes both vocational and college education.

04

Have you completed a recognized apprenticeship in a skilled mechanic trade? If yes, type 'yes' and specify which trade. If no, type 'n/a'
  • Yes
  • No
05

Which of the following best describes your experience in mechanical repair work as a fulltime helper to a journey level mechanic?
  • Less than four (4) years
  • More than four (4) years
  • No experience
06

Please briefly describe your experience in mechanical repair work as a fulltime helper to a journey level mechanic. ("See Resume" is not a valid response, if you do not have this experience, put N/A).

07

How would you describe your level of knowledge regarding the occupational hazards and safety precautions in building maintenance trades?
  • Beginner: I have a basic understanding of common safety precautions but require guidance when identifying specific hazards.
  • Intermediate: I am familiar with most safety protocols and can identify hazards in routine tasks, but may need assistance with complex or unfamiliar situations.
  • Advanced: I have extensive knowledge of safety precautions and can independently identify and mitigate a wide range of occupational hazards.
  • Expert: I have comprehensive expertise in occupational safety, including the ability to train others, conduct risk assessments, and implement advanced safety measures.
08

Do you have a commercial driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
09

How did you hear about this job posting? (Select all that apply).
  • American Fisheries Society (AFS)
  • Careers.wa.gov
  • Community Based Organization
  • Community/Technical College
  • El Informador
  • Facebook
  • Four W's Fishing Team, LLC - Willard Franklin III, LinkedIn
  • Handshake
  • Hiring Event/Workshop
  • Indeed.com
  • Job Board
  • Job Fair
  • LinkedIn
  • Newspaper
  • Other
  • Other State Agency
  • Other Website
  • Professional Association
  • Society of American Foresters (SAF)
  • Twitter
  • University Job Board
  • UW College of the Environment
  • WDFW Employee
  • WDFW Recruiter
  • WDFW Website
  • Word of Mouth
  • WorkSource
10

If you selected "Other," please specify the information/person that led you to this job posting.

11

Are you currently a permanent employee of the Department of Fish and Wildlife? ("Permanent employee" means an employee who has attained permanent status in a job classification upon successful completion of a probationary, trial service, or transition review period; this would include "Seasonal Career" appointments).
  • Yes
  • No
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