Equipment Technician Lead | Nights

Description

• Plan, schedule, and direct operations, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Receives and inspects equipment as they enter the shop.
• Coordinate how and where the equipment will be repaired. Assign to other personnel and inspect when the job is complete.
• Oversee the Preventive Maintenance program and assist with equipment operator training.
• Schedule, transport, and monitor warranty work provided by contract vendors.
• Coordinate repair work with Area Maintenance, Signals, Bridge, Traffic, Engineers, Seattle Shop, and/or outside vendors
• Monitors shoo safety and ensure shop cleanliness.
• Repair, overhaul and maintain heavy equipment and other types of equipment used in the maintenance and construction of roadways, in some cases, may design equipment.
• Operates a specially equipped mechanics field service truck out of the Mt. Vernon shop and makes mechanical repairs and adjustments or improvises emergency repairs when needed.
• Operate snow and ice removal equipment.
• Move in, on, and around equipment for the purposes of servicing, repairs, and testing.
• Operate shop equipment such as welders, drill press, grinder, press, hoist, air tools, forklifts, saws. computerized diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and jacks.
• Stand stationary for periods up to 30 minutes at a time and alternate between standing and walking up to 10 hours per work shift.
• Physically transport and manipulate objects weighing up to 50-pounds in a safe manner.
• Use both hands for grasping, gripping, twisting, and fine finger manipulation.
• Work with tools and parts in hand(s) with arms outstretched in front of body, above shoulder level, below waist level and while laying on back.

• Three (3) years of experience as a journey-level mechanic maintaining and repairing heavy-duty equipment, OR journey-level standing as a heavy equipment mechanic, demonstrated by completion of a recognized apprenticeship, OR by journey-level standing as recognized by a labor union.
• Ability to communicate in writing, verbally, and through the use of a computer to lead, instruct, schedule, and disseminate information concerning the shop's operation.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), with “N” and Air Brake endorsements, no automatic transmission restriction and DOT Medical Certification within 6 months of hire date.

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• An additional 20% assignment pay is added to the posted salary.
• This is a night shift position. The schedule is Tuesday – Saturday 8:00 pm – 6:30 am.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• This position is subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA). For more information, please go to DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .

• Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.