Lead Generator Mechanic (Equipment Technician Lead)

About WSDOT

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking to fill an Equipment Technician Lead for in our South Central Region. Our region TEF supports the mission of WSDOT by keeping the agency's equipment fleet in a safe and serviceable reliable condition and provides well maintained vehicles and equipment to customers who in turn may accomplish their services to the public in a safe, efficient, timely, and cost-effective manner.

Under the supervision of the Equipment Technician Supervisor in the South Central Region TEF organization, this position is responsible for performing and leading mechanics and fabricators in journey-level inspecting, diagnosing, servicing, making major and minor mechanical repair, performing preventative maintenance, and welding and fabricating on all types of small, large, and heavy equipment used in highway maintenance and engineering, as well as on-site back up power generation.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will:

• Plan, schedule, and direct operations, maintenance, and repair activities.

• Assign duties to Equipment Technicians.

• Instruct employees in operation, servicing, and maintenance of motorized equipment. Evaluate workload status and maintenance delays.

• Coordinate equipment compliance, preparation, repair, and disposal.

• Ensure quality and expertise in equipment repair operations.

• Identify, prepare, and/or deliver training presentations.

• Prepare project estimates for all Labor, Equipment, Materials, Other (LEMO) costs.

• Assist in the investigation of employee personal injury and equipment damage.

• Report all injuries and accidents in computerized system (SIIRS).

• Attend and may lead monthly organization safety meetings.

• Actively participate in and lead the development and implementation of Pre-Activity Safety Plans (PASP).

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

• Possession of a Class B CDL with N endorsement to operate vehicles in Washington State or obtain within twelve (12) months of hire.

• Two (2) Years of experience as a journey-level mechanic repairing light and heavy equipment.

• Obtain and maintain valid First Aid/CPR Certification within six (6) months of hire.

• Experience with operating various Microsoft Office applications such as word, excel, PowerPoint and email.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Graduation from a technical school or completion of an apprentice program specializing in automotive, heavy equipment repair, or on-site/back up power generation systems.

• Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA) certification in on-site power generation.

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications in Automotive or Heavy Truck repair.

• Fabrication and welding experience and/or training certificate.

• Experience with hydraulic systems.

• Experience operating shop tools such as welders, drill presses, grinders, presses, hoists, air tools, and jacks.

Important Notes

• 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. 

• 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.

• 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.

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance

• We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals' lifestyle.

• 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.

How to Apply

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.

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 via email.

Contact us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, S. Fields fieldss@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 51390 in the subject line