Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic 1
Location: Burlington, WA
Close: Continuous. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting March 8th, 2026. We strongly recommend applying as soon as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to close the posting at any time once a selection has been made.

Position Status: This is a permanent position

About this position:

Under the supervision of the Region Construction & Maintenance Supervisor, this position serves as a member of the Northwest Region maintenance team in the maintenance and construction of planned, preventative and deferred maintenance projects throughout the Pacific Northwest assisting Parks from Tacoma to the Canadien border, including all the San Juan Islands. The Maintenance Mechanic 1 is responsible for coordinating and performing new construction, renovation, remodel, repair, inspection, and maintenance of State Park buildings, facilities, grounds, equipment, and vehicles.

This position is not eligible to telework, as physical on-site presence is required to perform essential functions.

*This position requires travel and overnight travel between 50-95% of the time between parks and statewide for meetings, training, and other field work.

An ideal maintenance mechanic for Washington State Parks region Construction & Maintenance crew based in Burlington is a multi-talented and proactive individual, dedicated to preserving the natural and historical integrity of the parks. This candidate possesses strong mechanical skills across multiple trades, including carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work, to handle a diverse range of maintenance, repair, and construction projects across multiple park properties. An outstanding team player with excellent communication skills, this individual works effectively with a cohesive crew and demonstrates initiative in prioritizing tasks to keep all projects running smoothly. The perfect candidate for this role is self-motivated, embraces the unique challenges and variety of regional travel, and takes immense pride in their work amidst the beautiful scenery of Northwest Washington. We encourage anyone who thinks they would work well with this group to apply!

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform general work in maintenance, repair, remodel, and alteration in construction and maintenance of area facilities, grounds, vehicles, and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance to park buildings and other park facilities.
• Maintain and repair irrigation, plumbing, and sewage systems with the ability to provide minor electrical repairs.
• Coordinate with management, other employees, volunteers, and correctional crews during maintenance and repair projects.
• Independently operates vehicles necessary to carry out job duties.
• Coordinate with management, other employees, volunteers and correctional crews during maintenance and repair projects.
• Maintain health and safety standards.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction, or repair work.

AND

• Valid unrestricted (except corrective lenses) driver's license.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working at State Parks or similar parks and recreation entity.
• Entry level experience driving and operating a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Experience leading and/or supervising lower-level staff.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of Microsoft Office products, such as Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Knowledge and experience working with various hand & power tools.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Regulatory Compliance and Safety

• A strong understanding and commitment to meeting health and safety standards, as well as building and permit codes, ensuring all work is performed correctly and safely.

Independent Judgment and Initiative

• The ability to work independently under general supervision, prioritizing tasks, managing one's own workload, and making sound judgments to resolve issues effectively.

Attention to Detail

• The commitment to high-quality workmanship, including meticulous record-keeping, precise measurement, and careful execution of all maintenance and repair tasks.

Physical Dexterity and Stamina

• The physical capability to perform demanding manual labor across a variety of tasks and environments, including the ability to work safely and effectively in confined spaces.

Take Action to Learn and Grow

• Considering and incorporating new information and different perspectives.
• Increase and developing knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Practicing self-awareness by reflecting on personal strengths, growth areas, and biases.

Take Action to Meet the needs of Others

• Increasing access, opportunities, and positive outcomes for others.
• Collaborating with others to overcome challenges and find solutions.

Uniform Information: All Maintenance Mechanic 1 employees are required to wear a uniform. A complete and properly worn uniform helps establish the professional identity of a Maintenance Mechanic and promotes respect as a Washington State Parks employee. All Maintenance Mechanic 1s will receive 6 shirts within the first year (2 shirts per calendar year after the first year), 1 jacket every 3 years, 1 baseball cap every year, 1 safety vest every 3 years, and a clothing stipend of $200 per year, and a $250 boot stipend every 2 years. Uniform stipends are intended to offset the cost of clothing worn in the workplace such as pants, boots, raingear, etc.

Working Conditions: Work schedule is 10 hours per day, four (4) days a week, Monday through Thursday. Typical work hours are 10 hours per day from 6 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Incumbent may be expected to adjust work scheduled to meet business needs and must maintain regular and reliable attendance to accommodate office and customer demands.

This position is expected to travel between parks and/or statewide for meetings, training, and other field work. Travel will be necessary in all types of weather conditions and climates. Due to the distance between parks, expected travel status will be for the week and overnight travel is expected to be 95% of the time.

How to apply:
Only candidates who reflect the minimum qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered. Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification. To apply for this position, you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references. It is highly encouraged to attach:

• A cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position
• Current resume

To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
• Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
• For more information on Veteran's Preference and instructions on how to check your eligibility, click here.

About Parks:
Want to join a great organization? The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission manages one of the largest, most diverse--and most beautiful—parks systems in the country. With more than 120,000 acres, the system includes 124 developed parks, including 19 marine parks, 11 historical parks, 35 heritage sites, 13 interpretive centers and approximately 500 miles of long-distance recreation trails. Parks is staffed with nearly 1,000 employees (summers), who are some of the most passionate employees you'll find anywhere. For more information on Washington State Parks, click here.

Note: This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). Once the listed position(s) is(are) filled, this recruitment announcement may also be used to fill additional position(s) for up to sixty (60) days.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at (360) 902-8565. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

For information about this recruitment or Parks hiring process, please contact Wendy Vandel at Wendy.vandel@parks.wa.gov or (360) 902-8688.

For information about this position, please contact Troy Holmes at Troy.Holmes@parks.wa.gov or (360) 584-4972.

All applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.

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