Maintenance Mechanic 4 Jobs

Under the supervision of the Construction Maintenance Project Supervisor. Supervises a crew of three (3) to ten (10) incarcerated individuals. Performs skilled welding fabrication and mechanical work on machinery, and mechanical equipment in the 2648-bed minimum and medium security corrections facility, which includes housing units, administration and support buildings. This position also supervises the Minimum Security Unit (MSU) Welding/Fabrication shop and assists other department supervisors.

The duties of this position include but are not limited to:

• Perform routine maintenance on all facility mechanical equipment fixtures, machinery, plumbing, electrical, welding, machinist work, metal fabrication and carpentry.
• Maintain adequate spare parts inventory and purchase order records.
• Research and create purchase orders.
• Perform work orders of many types having to do with multiple trades.
• Maintain preventative maintenance records on equipment and machinery.
• Supervises the welding/fabrication shop and is responsible for the maintenance of air compressors.
• Maintain all required tool control documentation, incarcerated individuals payroll records, incarcerated individual safety training documents, and all other documentation and records required of this position.
• Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor.
• Work with maintenance department supervisors and staff to coordinate assignments.
• Draft technical drawings and develop equipment specifications.
• Keep accurate records of incarcerated individuals hours worked and any disciplinary action taken.
• Inspect buildings, equipment and fixtures to determine need for maintenance.
• Provide daily documentation of work orders completed in Micromain.
• Supervise a work crew of at least three (3) incarcerated individuals.
• Assure the incarcerated individuals attend Safety Orientation training, to include equipment specific training for safe operations.
• Follow facility procedure for interviewing, hiring and terminating incarcerated individuals.
• Always model excellent safety and security practices for the incarcerated individuals.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and specifications.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four years of metal fabrication experience.
• Knowledge of equipment, tools, and safety devices used in oxyacetylene, TIG, MIG, electric, and heliarc welding, fabricating and cutting.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Knowledge of operating shop equipment such as welders, drill press, grinder, band saws, hoists, air tools and jacks for the purpose of repairing, designing, and fabricating parts, tools, or accessories.

• One year experience and/or knowledge in the following areas: carpentry, plumbing, doors/locks, electrical, electronics and air compressors.
• Six months Prison/Corrections and/or Law enforcement experience.

'Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
• A resume is not an adequate substitute for job history on your application. The job history section must be filled out for your application to be considered complete.
• Incomplete applications WILL NOT be considered.

• This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.

• Flex Spending Accounts
• 11 paid holidays a year (12 in 2022 for Juneteenth)
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!
• Generous retirement plan
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year