Construction & Maintenance Project Specialist (SW Region Shops)
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Job Location:
Thurston County, WA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 64776 - 75108
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Description
- Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
Job Title:Construction & Maintenance Project Specialist
Location:Olympia WA
Closes:Open until filled with a first review date of April 19th 2026 at 11:55 p.m. PDT. It is on the candidates best interest to apply as soon as possible.
Position works four (4) days a week 10 hours per day. Core working hours are typically 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday.A flexible schedule may be considered based on business needs and supervisory approval.
*This position requires travel and overnight travel between 50% of the time between parks and statewide for meetings training and other field work.
Position Status:This is a permanent position.About this position:The Construction & Maintenance Project Specialist coordinates and works cooperatively with Area and Park staff responsible for both routine and non-routine project identification planning development (including emergency and urgent repairs) as well as oversees maintenance and operation of agency owned equipment vehicles tools buildings and facilities.
The Southwest Region Crew operates out of the shop in Olympia WA and covers a wide geographical area from Beacon Rock State Park on the Columbia River to Sequim Bay State Park on the Olympic Peninsula. We build and maintain a wide range of projects and have team members with many different skills and backgrounds.The ideal candidate for the Washington State Parks Region Construction & Maintenance team is a multi-talented and proactive individual dedicated to preserving the natural and historical integrity of our parks. A well-rounded and self-motivated person who embraces the unique challenges of working outdoors in some of the most beautiful settings in Southwest Washington. Working in places where most people are either relaxing for the day or are on vacation doesnt always feel like work.
Our team consists of skilled tradespeople with a diverse range of construction knowledge that makes us a real asset to the entire SW Region and associated park managed facilities and properties. We encourage anyone who thinks they would work well with this group to apply!
This position is not eligible to telework as physical on-site presence is required to perform essential functions. Duties
Under the supervision of the Construction & Maintenance Lead Supervisor or Area Manager this position performs advanced skill level work in various trades accomplishing routine planned and emergency maintenance in a park area. This position serves as the maintenance and project contact forthe SW Region Parks associated park managed facilities and properties.
Duties include but are not limited to:- Under the supervision of the Area C&M Project Supervisor and C&M Project Lead performs construction maintenance and repair work for completing preventative and deferred maintenance projects requiring lead and journey level skills.
- Performs journey level work in equipment operations repair improvement projects carpentry masonry roofing plumbing and electrical trades.
- Maintains constructs and remodels buildings floats docks trails infrastructure and other facilities for continued park operations.
- Provides written documents.
- Performs construction and maintenance tasks and projects within the parks and facilities managed and permit codes.
- Responds and repairs area park maintenance related emergencies and urgencies.
- Maintains monitors and repairs water and sewer systems.
- Proposes plans (including permitting and budgeting) provides written documents and provides periodic project review and quality control.
- Performs construction and maintenance tasks and projects within the parks and facilities managed including permit codes.
- Responds and repairs area park maintenance related emergencies and urgencies.
- Maintains health and safety standards.
- Works alone in remote locations.
- Responsible for heavy equipment operation maintenance and repair as needed.
- Operates and transports equipment as needed.
Qualifications
Required qualifications:
- Two (2) years as a Maintenance Mechanic 1.
- **Four (4) years of advanced level experience in two (2) or more of the construction/building trades to include: building maintenance repair remodeling construction duties and mechanical/machinery operation.
**Two (2) years of technical or vocational training or education in a building/construction trade may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required experience.
AND- High school graduation or GED.
- Valid drivers license unrestricted other than corrective lenses.
- First Aid/CPR Certification must be obtained within the first 12 months of employment.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Experience working for Washington State Parks or a similar parks and recreation entity.
- Advanced level experience driving and operating a variety of vehicles and light to heavy equipment.
- Advanced knowledge and experience working with various hand and power tools.
- Intermediate technical knowledge and experience and expertise in construction installation and problem-solving issues impacting agency facilities sites and systems.
- Beginner skills and experience with the use of Microsoft Office products such as Word Outlook and Excel.
- Beginner project management experience including planning purchasing and completion of tasks.
- Experience organizing work projects to include time management multi-tasking and communication.
- Knowledge and application of building codes rules and regulations governing safety repair and maintenance and construction of facilities and tasks.
Required Core Competencies- Knowledge Skills and Abilities:- Work independently while using good judgement and problem-solving skills in decision making.
- Lead lower-level staff.
- Take direction and has an eagerness and adaptability to learn new skills.
- Take initiative and see a project through completion.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Aware and willing to follow safety policies and protocols.
- The ability to grow and learn.
- Ability to take action to meet the needs of others collaborating with others to overcome challenges and find solutions.
UNIFORM INFORMATION:
All Construction & Maintenance Specialist are required to wear a uniform. A complete and properly worn uniform helps establish the professional identity of a Construction & Maintenance Specialist and promotes respect as a Washington State Parks employee. All Construction & Maintenance Specialists will receive 6 shirts within the first year (2 shirts per calendar year after the first year) 1 jacket every 3 years 1 baseball cap every year 1 safety vest every 3 years and a clothing stipend of $200 per year and a $250 boot stipend every 2 years. Uniform stipends are intended to offset the cost of clothing worn in the workplace such as pants boots raingear etc.Supplemental Information
HOW TO APPLY
To ensure consideration please complete the online job application and profile at. It is highly encouragedto attach or embed in your application the following:- Letter of interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement.
- Current resume.
- Three professional references if not completed in the application process.
NOTE: Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
This position is included in the non-supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: to join a great organization The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission manages one of the largest most diverse--and most beautifulparks systems in the country. With more than 120000 acres the system includes 124 developed parks including 19 marine parks 11 historical parks 35 heritage sites 13 interpretive centers and approximately 500 miles of long-distance recreation trails. And the agency is staffed with nearly 1000 employees (summers) who are some of the most passionate employees youll find anywhere We love what we manage and what we do. For more information on Washington State Parks click here.
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build a workplace culture that is welcoming and inclusive in which all employees feel respected and empowered to bring their unique ideas to the agency. At State Parks we believe that embracing diverse backgrounds and experiences is essential to growing a strong workforce. We encourage applicants underrepresented in natural resources and outdoor recreation fields to apply including but not limited to women Black Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) individuals with disabilities neurodivergent individuals disabled and Vietnam era veterans persons over 40 years of age and individuals who identify as a part of the 2SLGBTQ community.
Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-.
For information about this position please contact Jaymin Kapsandy at or .
For information about the recruitment process and qualifications please contact Wendy Vandel at or .
All applicants with alegal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.
