Job Description

Description

Why This is a Great Opportunity:

As an internal service provider, you'll have the chance to connect with individuals from all departments across the County. Your role will involve addressing and resolving issues or conditions in their workspaces, allowing them to focus on their own responsibilities. In the process, you'll gain valuable experience working alongside a diverse and highly skilled team. The reward comes in the form of satisfied customers who truly appreciate the solutions you provide.

This is an excellent opportunity to expand your knowledge in building trades and facilities management, with the potential for career growth in this field. At the end of the day, our sense of fulfillment comes from enhancing the spaces where our tenants and visitors work, all while supporting the County's broader mission and goals.

Why It's a Great Department: The Facilities Management Department takes pride in fostering a positive work environment, supported by strong leadership at every level. With an average supervisor-to-employee ratio of 1:5, we ensure that you have the guidance and support needed to thrive. Our Maintenance and Operations Division maintains consistency across all shops, providing employees the opportunity to move between different areas while experiencing uniform work assignments and performance standards.
Our leadership team regularly engages with staff to share updates and address questions or concerns. The work we do is valued by both our tenants and leadership, creating a culture of appreciation. In our department, open communication and collaboration are not just encouraged—they are expected.

How to be Successful in the Role:
Deliver exceptional customer service to our tenants by efficiently prioritizing work orders, while expanding your expertise in facilities trades. Maintain a positive and energetic presence, both when working independently and when working with and supporting experienced technicians and mechanics on a variety of projects.

Your Future in this Role:
The Facilities Maintenance Mechanic is a skilled, journey-level trades position within our building maintenance team. This role goes beyond routine work orders and projects; the mechanic sets the standard for quality and performance, leading by example for fellow mechanics and less experienced maintenance technicians and workers. As a key mentor, the mechanic plays an important role in helping others develop their trade skills. This position has historically been a stepping stone for individuals who have advanced into supervisory roles.

The ideal candidate will participate in Building Operator Certification (BOC) training, gaining valuable knowledge on improving facility efficiency, learning how to navigate the work order system (EAM), and receiving ongoing safety and professional development training.

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.

This position works 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday day shift with occasional evening and weekend work.

Core Daily Responsibilities:

Review work orders and projects, prioritize and conduct the work necessary to close out the work order, planning and coordinating work as needed.
Lead project work and is responsible for determining solutions, means and methods of repair, determining needed parts, materials, supplies and ordering same.
Work with Facilities Management construction project managers and contractors in planning, scoping work, supporting and/or performing work to drawings and specifications.
Obtain quotes from vendors and process through supervisor for contracting of work.

This announcement is not intended to reflect all duties to be performed by our next team member, but presents a descriptive list of the range of duties that may be performed. To view the complete classification, click here.

ABOUT FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Join a team of dedicated professionals working to deliver high quality facility solutions to the citizens of Pierce County. Facilities Management staff provides attractive, well-maintained, secure, clean, accessible, safe, well-planned and managed environments for Pierce County government, through its Construction, Maintenance, Real Property, Security and Resource Conservation divisions. Learn more about the Facilities Management Department by visiting our webpage. Of specific note, please read our department principles that guide our work.

Who We Are:
The Maintenance and Operations Division is committed to maintaining clean, safe, and inviting environments that support the County's operations. We continuously explore and implement new techniques and procedures to optimize our resources, all while delivering exceptional customer service.

What We Do
The Maintenance and Operations Division:

Oversee daily operations including building cleaning, grounds maintenance, and a skilled, responsive team of maintenance professionals handling repairs and monitoring building systems.
Manage preventative maintenance programs for key equipment and building components across facilities. Lead renovations and equipment replacements that enhance safety, security, efficiency, and productivity for tenants.
Offer expert assistance and consulting services to tenants on electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, remodeling, and other maintenance tasks.

RECRUITING REQUIREMENTS

Three or more years of journey-level work experience in one or more of the building, mechanical, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, construction, or related trade areas and provide adequate documentation of such.
Additional education or experience may substitute for the recruiting requirements.

SPECIAL RECRUITING REQUIREMENTS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS:

Certain positions in this class may be required to possess or have the ability to obtain licenses required by state, local, or federal code or regulations including but not limited to Class III boiler operator's license, electrical license, backflow assembly tester certification, and state asbestos certification.
Employees may be subject to 24-hour on-call availability. Employees may work varied shifts.
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Washington State Driver's license.
Satisfactory physical condition is required as indicated by a County-approved physical examination.
Ability to successfully complete all required background investigations including fingerprinting.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

To be considered for this opportunity please:

Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs.
If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title.
If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.

This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.

At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home?

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