Salary: $60,659.00 - $101,533.00 Annually
Location : Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 24-023
Department: General Services
Opening Date: 04/02/2024
Closing Date: 4/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
SUMMARY

BATES TECHNICAL COLLEGE Maintenance Engineer III, under supervision of the Facilities & Operations Manager, displays personality, attitude, flexibility, and manners to support a sense of "team" amongst all co-workers. The Maintenance Engineer III performs journey level work in the operation, maintenance, repair, remodeling, alteration and construction of buildings, grounds, machinery, mechanical facilities/systems and equipment for Bates Technical College. Daily job duties include a variety of skilled tasks requiring extended knowledge of various trade skills such as mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, welding, carpentry, and machinist work. This position requires the ability to work independently. Abnormally complex tasks may be performed under the direction and coordination of a Maintenance Engineer IV and/or the Facilities & Operations Manager.
Please Note: Full potential salary for this position is listed. Salaries at the top of the range are earned through longevity. Annual s tarting salary is $60,659 to $66,856 depending on experience. Custodial and Maintenance positions will be eligible for Cost of Living (COLAs) increases on July 1, 2024.
First consideration will be given to those who apply prior to April 14, 2024.
Please be sure to read this entire posting in order to understand the full scope and requirements of this position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & OTHER DUTIES

Essential Functions

• Display appropriate personality, attitude, flexibility, and manners to support effective teamwork amongst all co-workers
• Perform the following independently and/or as part of a team:
  • Respond and document actions taken on Directline (Megamation) work requests.
  • Respond to service requests and secures necessary materials/supplies and assistance; take preventative and emergency action to control malfunctions.
  • Perform journey level skills work in carpentry, plumbing, welding, electrical, HVAC, and other typical routine maintenance and repair activities.
  • Perform preventive maintenance, demand maintenance, and repair on a variety of mechanical and other building systems including:
    • Changes oil; lubricates shafts & bearings etc.
    • Checks and changes drive belts, sprockets, shafts and bearings as needed to ensure proper operation of equipment
    • Changes or cleans filters

Perform repairs on building elements and fixtures using prior experience and skills in carpentry, plumbing, welding, electrical, HVAC, and other maintenance and repairs.

Change light tubes/bulbs; repairs light fixtures as needed by replacing ballasts, tombstones etc.

Operate, maintain, and repair electrical, mechanical, operating, and utility distribution systems

Repair windows, doors, screens, floors, floor coverings, and painted surfaces

Install, maintain, and repair electrical connections, switches, circuits, electrical equipment, thermostats, and valves

Monitor safety, fire protection and environmental control equipment to ensure building systems and equipment are operating in a satisfactory condition.

Provide supervisor with information for ordering parts and supplies.

Maintain tools, work areas, and assigned mechanical spaces in a clean, orderly, and well organized fashion at all times.

During emergencies and or inclement weather and as directed by the supervisor, performs as a member of the essential personnel pool and will perform duties as assigned, including but not limited to:

• Reporting to work during college closures
• Snow/Ice removal
• Power failure mitigation
• Flood containment/mitigation
• Structural failure mitigation
• Other unanticipated incidents/emergencies etc.

Non-Essential/Other Functions

• In support of the team, perform duties of other positons in Facilities & Operations to meet ongoing needs of the college and ensure customer needs are met:
  • Assist, coordinate and/or work with other trades, crafts & journey personnel as well as other Maintenance Specialists as projects require.
  • Lock and unlock buildings as directed.
  • Assist with room set-ups for college events and with office/department/program moves.
  • Perform other duties of other positons in Facilities & Operations to meet ongoing needs of the college ensuring customer needs are met. Remain knowledgeable of Facilities and Operations and College policies & procedures as changes are made.
  • Remain alert to, appropriately reports, and treats safety hazards as a first priority.
  • Accountable for keeping personal development up-to-date; adding to skills and knowledge through courses that may be available through the Bates Technical College courses, professional development committees, etc.
  • Participates actively and collaboratively on committees for the college as needed including but not limited to staff recruitment, college councils, etc.
  • Additional activities, duties and responsibilities may be added with or without notice to meet college needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities but leads other lower level positions as directed by the supervisor

Conditions of Employment

• Once an offer of employment is made, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not preclude employment but will be contingent in determining the employee's suitability and competence to continue to perform in the position
• This position is required to work on campus.

• This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 302
• Wear assigned uniform and task related safety clothing/equipment
• Work alternate shifts, weekends and overtime as needed
• Valid Washington State driver's license

• Valid certification for forklift operation or the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
• Class III Boiler License or the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment

Work Environment

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors during times of inclement weather, in a classroom environment and off-campus training
• Work is performed in shop and classroom environments. Frequent exposure to temperature change, loud noise, hazardous materials and dangerous equipment is common

Physical/Mental Demands

• Work is active in nature
• Frequent kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing and twisting
• Move up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 75 lbs. occasionally including to reaching, pushing and pulling
• Frequent use of computer and exposure to terminal screens
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• Frequently required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Manual dexterity and precision required
• Must be able to distinguish colors
• Work directly with students/clients
• Work involves constant interruptions and requirement to answer on demand questions by phone, in person, or electronically
• Frequent oral and auditory communication with others (speaking, hearing, etc.)
• Learning and comprehending (reading, writing, verbal communication, etc.)
• Occasionally be required to deal with distraught people
• Operates and controls movement of power tools and/or large mechanized, powered and non-powered equipment
• Operate heavy-duty diesel equipment
• Occasional/Frequent exposure to fumes, dust, and/or odors
• Respiratory equipment used that may require adherence to applicable safety rules and standards

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Five (5) years' experience in related field

Allowable Substitution
If necessary, alternative combinations of education and experience may be evaluated by Human Resources for comparability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree, journey level experience or certification in two or more of the following:
  • Commercial Electrical experience or non-residential Maintenance Electrician Certificate
  • Commercial Plumbing experience
  • Commercial HVAC/Mechanical experience
  • Commercial Carpentry experience

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Training Certificate

Hazard Communication Training Certificate

First Aid/CPR Training Certificate

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
BATES TECHNICAL COLLEGE reaffirms its policy of equal opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran in its programs and activities in accordance with college policy, and applicable federal and state statutes and regulations. Bates publications are available in alternate formats upon request by contacting the Disability Support Services Office at 253.680.7010. Inquiries regarding Bates' non-discriminatory policies, including Title IX and ADA, should be directed to: For student matters, the Dean of Student Services at 253.680.7105, Downtown Campus A211. For employee matters, the Executive Director of Human Resources at 253.680.7180, Downtown Campus A326.
This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and/or modified without notice.
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Available Benefits to Eligible Employees
As a higher education employee, you and your qualified family members are eligible for a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, retirement, long-term disability, as well as other optional benefits.
Medical/Dental Plans
Employees pay a portion of their medical care cost through payroll deduction. The employee premium is based on the choice of plan and coverage for eligible dependents. Vision is covered under the medical plan.
Bates provides dental coverage at no monthly premium cost to the employee. Benefit eligible employees have a choice of dental plans. Options include:

• Uniform Dental Plan - Preferred Provider Organization
• DeltaCare - Managed Care Plan
• Willamette Dental - Managed Care Plan

Retirement Plans
Faculty and Exempt Positions
Faculty have to choose between either the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP), also known as TIAA or Plan 3 of the Teachers Retirement System (TRS). Click to compare the two plans.
Exempt have to choose between either the SBRP or Plan 3 of the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). Click to compare the two plans.
SBRP (TIAA) is a defined contribution plan with the following contribution rates:

• • Employee Contribution: Under 35: 5% of gross salary; 35-49: 7.5% of gross salary; 50 & over: 10% of gross salary
  • Employer Contribution: Under 35: 5% of gross salary; 35-49: 7.5% of gross salary; 50 & over: 10% of gross salary

TRS Plan 3 is a defined benefit and a defined contribution plan with the following contribution rates:

• • Employee Contribution: Varies from 5% to 15%
  • Employer Contribution: 15.41% of gross salary

PERS Plan 3 is a defined benefit and a defined contribution plan with the following contribution rates:

• • Employee Contribution: Varies from 5% to 15%
  • Employer Contribution: 12.83% of gross salary

Classified Positions
Classified employees have to choose between either the Plan 2 or Plan 3 of the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). Click to compare the two plans.
PERS Plan 2 is a defined benefits plan with the following contribution rates:

• • Employee Contribution: 7.41% of gross salary
  • Employer Contribution: 12.83% of gross salary

PERS Plan 3 is a defined benefit and a defined contribution plan with the following contribution rates:

• • Employee Contribution: Varies from 5% to 15%
  • Employer Contribution: 12.83% of gross salary

Employee and employer contributions to applicable retirement plans are mandatory. The amount of the deduction and contribution are dependent upon the retirement plan chosen and may vary by current contribution rates in effect.
Bates provides $35,000 basic life insurance for death from any cause and $5,000 basic accidental death and dismemberment at no cost to the employee. Employees can enroll in additional low cost life insurance for themselves and dependents.
Bates provides a basic LTD insurance plan at no cost to employees. The basic plan pays a maximum of
$240 per month after 90 days of total disability. The optional LTD plan pays 60% of the first $10,000 of monthly salary, reduced by any deductible income such as social security or retirement benefits.
Employee cost is dependent upon benefit waiting period chosen.
Other Optional Benefits
Leaves and Holidays
Vacation
Eligible exempt and classified employees accrue annual leave at rates determined by their employee status, ranging from 7 to 16 hours per month when eligible.
Sick Leave
Eligible classified, faculty, and exempt staff accrue sick leave monthly. Employees represented by a bargaining unit should refer to their negotiated agreement for sick leave rules and accrual rates.
Holidays
Bates observes the following holidays/non-work days:
Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve Day, New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth
Personal Leave/Family Leave
In addition to vacation and sick leave, eligible employees receive personal and family leave each fiscal year at rates determined by their employee status
Please Note: All information above is subject to change based on, but not limited to, employment status, legislative mandates, or College policy changes
01

Do you have a High School diploma or GED andfive (5) years' experience in related field?

• Yes
• No

02

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please briefly describe the professional experience that qualifies you for this position.
03

Please list any of the following certifications and/or journey level experience that you hold:o Commercial Electrical experience or non-residential Maintenance Electrician Certificateo Commercial Plumbing experienceo Commercial HVAC/Mechanical experienceo Commercial Carpentry experienceThese are preferred qualifications. It would be nice in you had them but it will not disqualify you from consideration if you do not.
04

Do you have a Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Training Certificate?This is a preferred qualification. It would be nice in you have this, but it does not disqualify you from consideration if you do not.

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a Hazard Communication Training Certificate?This is a preferred qualification. It would be nice in you have this, but it does not disqualify you from consideration if you do not.

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a First Aid/CPR Training Certificate?This is a preferred qualification. It would be nice in you have this, but it does not disqualify you from consideration if you do not.

• Yes
• No

07

How would you describe your level of computer literacy? Please describe your knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and other office productivity related software you have used most often in your work and how you have used them.
08

By saying yes below, you are agreeing that you understand that all fields on the application must contain your actual work history and education in order for your application to be fairly screened. You further understand, if those areas are not completed, or you type "see resume," for example, your experience and/or education may not counted toward the minimum qualifications for this position and you may be screened out of the process. Do you understand this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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