What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Machinist/Mechanic - Lead (West Point) position at King County?
This is a competitive posting, and is open to current King County employees. We are not accepting external applications at this time.
This recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future Industrial Machinist/Mechanics - Lead at the West Point Treatment Plant Career Service vacancies within the Wastewater Treatment Division over the next 6 months.
Lead a team of mechanics in the repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance of plant equipment for both planned and unscheduled work. Perform hands-on maintenance and provide expert guidance and advice on mechanical systems. Inspect work in progress to ensure it meets trades standards, adheres to schedules, and follows safe working practices. Monitor work quality and quantity and provide recommendations to improve methods and solve problems. Participate in Capital Improvement Projects as assigned, providing subject matter expertise (SME) input to project management for pumping station designs and improvements. Responsible for scheduling and coordinating work between the construction manager and other crafts.
About the Role:
The West Point Onsite Mechanical Lead plays a critical role in maintaining the reliability and efficiency of our wastewater treatment operations. This position leads high-level mechanical maintenance work and coordinates onsite activities that directly support plant performance, safety, and community impact.
Working in a collaborative team environment, this individual will use their journey-level mechanical expertise to conduct and oversee repairs on a wide range of rotating and stationary equipment, including:
- Conveyance systems
- Biosolids decanting blowers
- Influent and effluent pumps
- Chemical pumps and disinfection systems
- Biogas scrubbing compressors
- Gearboxes and piping systems
- Other plant mechanical systems typical of a water and wastewater treatment facility, including mixers, aeration blowers, and process valves
The ideal candidate is goal-oriented, safety-focused, and committed to fostering a collaborative work environment. They will help maintain a team culture centered on clear communication, cooperation with other groups, and adherence to established shop practices, ensuring the plant meets its operational objectives and maintains high standards of reliability.
About the Team:
King County’s Wastewater Treatment Division carries out essential work that protects the environment and all members of the public. We are comprised of a group of professionals that strive to deliver outstanding service through a collaborative effort both at our treatment plants and offsite collection facilities. The instrumentation and electrical group are a critical component within the wastewater treatment division helping to fulfill the county’s mission to protect the region’s water, air, land and natural habitats.
Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:
King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Industrial Machinist/Mechanic - Lead, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.
Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunity.
- Provide lead direction and technical assistance to mechanical maintenance staff. Lead responsibilities include, but are not limited to, determining work assignments, setting priorities and schedules, training staff, participating in hiring, and providing feedback on performance evaluations. Technical duties include training, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining mechanical equipment and systems.
- Inspect work in progress to ensure maintenance meets trades standards, schedules are met, and safe working practices are followed. Monitor work quality and quantity, and provide suggestions to supervisors and staff to improve methods and solve problems.
- Review and evaluate work orders to determine scheduling and priorities. Organize, prepare, maintain, and verify accuracy of equipment history records, ensuring work is performed efficiently and cost-effectively.
- Make decisions and facilitate communication between work groups as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Knowledge of journey-level mechanical maintenance or millwright work, supported by experience in an industrial maintenance environment.
- Knowledge of supervisory and lead-work principles, including basic human resources practices.
- Oral and written communication skills sufficient to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.
- Knowledge and experience in applying maintenance planning and scheduling techniques and principles.
- Skill in troubleshooting and resolving equipment and machinery issues with limited documentation.
- Skill in working effectively in a team environment, including collaboration with employees in skilled trades classifications.
Competencies you bring:
Decision Quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Drives Engagement: Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
Demonstrates Self-Awareness: Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
Situational Adaptability: Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License.
- Additional licenses, certifications, and other requirements determined to be necessary to meet the business needs of the employing unit may be required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with pumps, plumbing, hydraulics, welding, and rigging techniques.
- Experience applying root cause analysis and life cycle analysis to mechanical equipment troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Knowledge of industrial safety standards and best practices related to mechanical maintenance work.
Physical Requirement:
- Lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
- Working in confined spaces.
- Climbing in and out of tanks using ladders.
- Working outdoors on uneven terrain.
- Duties are performed regularly and are essential functions of the position.
Workplace Exposures:
- Outdoors environment during wet weather, confined space and being exposed to noxious odors and high noise levels.
Working Conditions:
Work Location: West Point Treatment Plant - 1400 Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle, WA 98199.
Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
Union Representation: This position is represented by SEIU Local 925.
Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.
Anticipated Timeline for this recruitment: (subject to change):
- Technical Assessment: TBD
- Interviews: TBD
To apply, submit a:
- Complete Application
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Responses to the supplemental questions
Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.
Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Rodney Dungo, rdungo@kingcounty.gov.
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