Equipment Operator 2 (Central Statewide Shop) Permanent

Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission

Job Title: Equipment Operator 2

Location: Issaquah, WA

Closes: This recruitment is posted continuously. Application review will begin on March 24th, 2024, and weekly thereafter. Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application materials as soon as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to close the posting at any time once a selection has been made.

The hours for this position are 40 hours per week. Workdays are Monday - Thursday.  Employees who have workstations located in King County receive a 5% premium pay in addition to the salary listed.   

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. And the agency is staffed with nearly 1000 employees (summers), who are some of the most passionate employees you'll find anywhere We love what we manage and what we do. For more information on Washington State Parks, click here.

If you would like to see all that Washington State Parks has to offer, this job is for you! This position offers the ability to travel to just about every State Park in Washington State. Not only does the variety of different loads make for a fun creative adventure, but our super clean low mile KW also- T800 trucks allow for a great modern and hauling driving experience. This position also offers an excellent opportunity to operate our heavy brush mower tractor at various parks statewide, including at our award winning cross state trail systems. Parks offers great benefits including paid holidays and a generous vacation / sick leave plan. Best of all, you will be joining a great team at the Parks Maintenance Shop in Issaquah.

Under the general supervision of the Equipment Technician Supervisor, this position independently performs a variety of responsibilities that include vehicle and equipment transportation to and from Parks Central Shop, and statewide heavy equipment operation and transportation, including brush mowing, grading, trail maintenance, crane operation and large project support for par and region crews statewide.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performs journey level heavy equipment operating, supports Parks Central Shops operations with vehicle/equipment deliveries and assists parks and region crews with maintenance of parks roads, trails, and other equipment operations as needed.

• Transports statewide vehicles/equipment from parks and region office to Parks Central Shop.

• Work with area managers, region maintenance managers and trail teams while operating shops brush mower at various parks and trail maintenance projects statewide.

• Supports shops staff in fabrication of metal products, equipment operations, equipment/vehicle repair and maintenance.

• Assist shops equipment technicians with repairs on vehicles/equipment as needed.

• Assist other Park areas with field equipment operations.

• Performs preventative maintenance on operated equipment.

• Coordinate with management, other employees, volunteers and correctional crews during maintenance and repair projects.

• Maintain health and safety standards.

• Work alone in remote areas.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three (3) years full-time employment of journey level heavy equipment operations (journey level refers to the completion of an apprenticeship program or having sufficient skills and knowledge of a trade to be fully qualified and able to perform such trade without supervision).

• Three (3) years of full-time continuous employment operating Class 8 semi-tractor trailer combinations including trailer lengths of 53' with experience hauling oversize loads in high traffic areas.

AND

• High school graduation or GED.

• Valid Washington, Oregon, or Idaho State, unrestricted (with the exception of corrective lenses) Driver's License with Class A CDL endorsement.

DESIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• Experience working for Washington State Parks or a similar parks and recreation entity.

• Advanced level experience driving and operating a variety of vehicles and light to heavy equipment.

• Advanced knowledge and experience working with various hand and power tools.

• Beginner skills and experience with the use of Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Outlook, and Excel.

• Experience organizing work projects to include time management, multi-tasking, and communication.

Additional Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge:

• Ability to work independently with accountability to team and park.

• Awareness and willingness to follow safety policies and protocols.

• Ability to communicate with the public respectfully and effectively.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Take direction and has an eagerness and adaptability to learn new skills.

• Take initiative and see a project through completion.

UNIFORM INFORMATION:

All Equipment Operators are required to wear a uniform. A complete and properly worn uniform helps establish the professional identity of an Equipment Operator and promotes respect as a Washington State Parks employee. All permanent Equipment Operators will receive 6 shirts within their first year, 1 jacket, 1 baseball cap, 1 safety vest.HOW TO APPLY

To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at www.careers.wa.gov. You must attach or embed in your application the following:

• Letter of interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement.

• Current resume.

• Three professional references, if not completed in the application process.

NOTE:  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 but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

This position is included in the non-supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).  For more information: https://wfse.org/.

Diversity Policy Statement:

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is committed to creating an equitable, hospitable, appreciative, safe, and inclusive park environment - one that embraces the full spectrum of all community members' contributions. The Commission makes this commitment because:

• Diversity strengthens the workforce in competence and ability;

• Celebrating diversity appreciates and values individual differences;

• Diversity serves an increasingly heterogeneous society;

• Diversity helps ensure the relevance of a state park system, its mission, properties, and programs to the people of this state today and in the future; and

• Diversity is crucial to our ability to serve all citizens.

The Commission encourages and supports staff efforts to reach out to people of all races, national origins, abilities, religions, sexual orientations, veteran status, ages, and genders who use the parks and who live in communities nearby parks. This outreach is to focus on engaging in partnerships that expand programs and services in a way that is meaningful and of value to all people. The Commission is dedicated to offering quality experiences to all visitors through a workforce and volunteer corps that reflects the diversity of Washington State.

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission 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 with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

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.

If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.

For information about this position, please contact John Nichols at John.Nichols@parks.wa.gov or (425) 649-4278.

For information about the recruitment process and qualifications, please contact Jenee Kramer at Jenee.Kramer@parks.wa.gov or (360) 902-8569.