What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Technician III position at Intercity Transit?
Facilities Technician III
Intercity Transit is seeking a full-time Facilities Technician III to join our Facilities Team. In this role, you will contribute to a collaborative and team-oriented work environment by sharing knowledge, leading through your actions and example, and demonstrating a strong commitment to Intercity Transit’s mission, vision, and values.
Our Facilities Team plays an essential role in keeping Intercity Transit’s operations running safely and efficiently. The Facilities Team perform duties related to the day-to-day repair, maintenance, and safe operations of our buildings and facilities. The team is responsible for the maintenance and repair of our facilities, grounds, park-and-ride lots, bus shelters, and bus stops throughout our service area. This work also helps ensure our facilities and operations comply with applicable state, federal, and local environmental and safety standards.
Work Schedule: This position typically works Monday–Friday day shift and participates in a rotating on-call schedule. Schedule adjustments may be required based on operational needs.
If you have:
- A strong customer service mindset, consistently demonstrating professionalism, dependability, friendliness, and a commitment to meeting the needs of internal and external customers.
- Knowledge and hands-on experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing technologically advanced building systems, facilities, and complex transportation support equipment.
- Experience coordinating with outside vendors and contractors, including identifying service needs and recommending or acquiring maintenance and repair services.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt communication styles, understand diverse perspectives, and contribute to a respectful, positive, and supportive work environment.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively, demonstrating motivation, accountability, adaptability, and a positive team-oriented attitude.
- Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities, meet deadlines, maintain attention to detail, and consistently follow through on assignments.
Then this position is for you!
As a Facilities Technician III, you will bring your technical expertise, initiative, and problem-solving skills to support the day-to-day maintenance and repair needs of the agency while working collaboratively across departments to provide safe, reliable, and well-maintained facilities for our employees and the community we serve. If you are looking for a full-time position and great benefits with an organization that makes a difference in the community, we encourage you to apply!
It is an exciting time to join IT!
Intercity Transit is an innovative, growing, and nationally recognized large urban transit system based in Olympia, Washington. We are a voter approved municipal corporation and are governed by an Authority Board that consists of elected officials, community representatives and a non-voting labor representative.
Our mission is to provide and promote transportation choices respectful of the safety, comfort, and diverse needs of all our customers, to support an accessible, sustainable, livable, healthy, and prosperous community.
We provide zero-fare public transportation that includes fixed route transit and ADA paratransit services. We also provide vanpool service to individuals who live or work in the greater Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, and Yelm communities.
As a Facilities Technician III, you will:
- Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on major pieces of equipment.
- Operates equipment/systems as assigned; adjusts, starts, stops special schedules, tests. Establishes/records equipment reading, i.e., pressure, temperature, volumes, electrical quantities for variable operating/climate conditions
- Identify, troubleshoot, and diagnose problems with boiler and chiller systems, DOAS, electrical, electro-mechanical, electronic, and pneumatic control systems/components, fire alarm, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), security equipment maintenance components and other complex systems in IT facilities.
- Performs activities related to planning and implementing maintenance and repair projects. Research options and implements within approved authority.
- Uses specialized equipment to perform testing and assessment of equipment and evaluate performance and reliability. Ensures compliance with laws, regulations, contract provisions, and FTA requirements. Proposes and implements corrective actions.
- Sets and adjusts parameters within computer software system: fire monitoring systems, Direct Digital Control (DDC), and security systems.
- Performs activities related to planning and implementing maintenance and repair projects such as: participating in meeting with vendors, customers, engineers, architects and user department representatives.
- Other duties as assigned.
Are you the one we are looking for?
- Completion of vocational training program(s) in a building maintenance field. Must possess a certification or journey level license in electrical systems or mechanical equipment and controls with advanced knowledge of the codes and regulations.
- Preferred/Desired: One or more of the following licenses/certificates – EL01, EL06, EL06A, Journey-level HVAC Technician, EPA Section 608 Technician certification.
- Three (3) years’ experience in building equipment/systems maintenance and operation which includes one (1) year of hands-on experience in controls, two (2) years of hands-on experience with major mechanical equipment and electrical repairs.
- Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, rules, and regulations.
- Washington Driver’s License.
Must be able to obtain:
- Forklift Certification and Safety At Heights
- Competent Person Certification
- Department of Transportation Flagger Certification
- Burlington North Sante Fe Railway Access Certification
Knowledge of:
- Maintenance methods and techniques
- Safety practices and procedures
- Applicable tools and equipment
- Building emergency systems
- Environmental systems and regulations
- Biohazard handling and disposal techniques
- Safe chemical handling procedures
- Applicable trade principles and practices
- Building Controls, Control Systems, and DDC Systems
Skills in:
- Operating applicable tools and equipment
- Reading and comprehending schematic drawings and building blueprints
- Handling and disposing of biohazards and other chemicals
- Fabricating metal
- Disposing of recyclable materials
- Maintaining records
- Computer operation
- Ability to utilize an Enterprise Asset Management Software and work order system
- Handling multiple tasks simultaneously
- Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, and the general public sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work directions
What is in it for you?
- Receive a competitive salary of $36.15 - $57.73 hourly (this is inclusive of 5 years, 10 years, 15 years, and 20 years longevity pay increases)
in addition to annual general wage/cost of living adjustments typically received in January and step increases in July (if not at top of salary range). - Work with a wonderful team in an agency that has great opportunities.
- Be a part of an essential service to the community.
- For internal applicants only: If your current salary exceeds the advertised pay range for this position, acceptance of this position may not be considered as a promotion for wage adjustment purposes.
- 23 to 36 vacation days per year, depending upon the eligibility date and length of service.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
- PERS Retirement Plans (through Washington State Public Employee’s Retirement System) along with voluntary deferred compensation plans (401k and 457) with employer match up to 8.5%.
- 12 days of sick leave per year.
- Paid bereavement leave for qualifying family members.
- $225 Shoe Allowance
Ready to jump on board?
We would love for you to apply!
Visit our website at https://www.intercitytransit.com/employment to apply. You will need to include a letter of interest and a resume with your application. Your letter of interest should explain how you meet the skills and qualifications for this position. A copy of the job announcement is attached. Completed applications must be received by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Intercity Transit is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer and strives to provide a culturally diverse workforce. Intercity Transit does not discriminate in employment or service on the basis of race, creed, color, origin, age, sex, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.
We also take pride in being a drug free workplace. Note that Intercity Transit is subject to requirements of the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and FR Part 40 & Part 655, which prohibits the use of marijuana at any time while employed by Intercity Transit.
Salary : $69,408 - $99,322