What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS FTAA Maintenance Mechanic 2 position at State of Washington?
Come join our Leased Facilities and Maintenance Operations team as a Maintenance Mechanic 2. You’ll support the Finance, Technology & Analytics Administration (FTAA) mission by helping ensure safe, functional, and efficient work environments across more than 100 leased office facilities and six statewide institutions. In this role, you’ll perform office moves, space reconfigurations, workspace modifications, and ergonomic adjustments while supporting daily maintenance and warehouse operations that keep DSHS programs running smoothly. Your work helps staff stay productive and focused on serving Washington’s most vulnerable residents.
Some of what you'll do:
- Perform statewide office moves and reconfigurations involving a wide variety of cubicle systems, furniture, repairs, and panel modifications.
- Interpret facility blueprints, cubicle floor plans, and CAD drawings to efficiently install and reconfigure office panel and furniture systems.
- Coordinate with planners, D.J.S., Telecommunications, GA, contracted electricians, and the Property of Records Manager to support statewide office reconfiguration projects.
- Operate agency vehicles including trucks, vans, and leased equipment to complete Property Redistribution Center duties across Washington.
- Use computer databases, software, digital cameras, and IT tools to support Asset Management and PRC warehouse functions such as inventory control and charge-backs.
- Operate forklifts and tools safely to support warehouse operations and statewide office moves or reconfigurations.
- Complete shipping and inventory documentation for receiving, issuing, warehousing, and managing surplus property.
- Maintain accurate inventory control using the DSHS TRACKS Automated Inventory Control System while ensuring the warehouse and equipment remain clean, organized, and operational.
Who should apply?
- Those with a high school diploma/GED.
- A valid driver's license.
- At least four years of experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction, or repair work; or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a skilled mechanical trade.
What we are looking for:
- Must be able to perform the essential functions described in this announcement successfully.
- Must be able to communicate with professional conduct and comprehend, through oral and written forms of communication, with management, peers, clients, and the public.
- Dress appropriately for the work to be performed including wearing Personal Protective Equipment when necessary.
- Knowledge of standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment of mechanical trades, safety precautions, record keeping, and basic computer skills.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Questions? Please contact the recruiter at vincent.hamilton@dshs.wa.gov and reference 05250.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may 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 job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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