Maintenance Mechanic 4 (Electrician)

The Opportunity:Reporting to Skagit Valley Colleges Maintenance Supervisor on the Mount Vernon Campus the Maintenance Mechanic 4 Electrician maintains and operates electrical plant equipment such as boilers chillers pumps etc. and provides multi-trade support to the Operations and Maintenance Department. The Maintenance Mechanic 4 performs electrical and HVAC work at the journey-level. They are expected to be able to safely install maintain and repair equipment and facilities involving HVAC electrical plumbing and other general trades.

Competencies:

• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Coaching & mentoring
• Focus on safety
• Detail-oriented
• Problem-solving

The Location:Skagit Valley College is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples especially on Swinomish Indian Tribal Community Upper Skagit Indian Tribe Samish Indian Nation Nooksack Indian Tribe and Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe. Located in a geographically diverse region between the dynamic metropolitan hubs of Seattle and Vancouver BC SVC is never far from world-class outdoor recreation urban arts scenes and local cultural events. SVC serves our local communities with a campus in Mount Vernon Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island and centers in Friday Harbor a Marine Technology Center in Anacortes and a Brewing Academy in Burlington.

Mission:Skagit Valley College cultivates student learning and achievement; contributes to the educational personal and economic success of students; and promotes equitable and thriving communities.

Vision:The primary focus of Skagit Valley College is student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to:

• Equitable student outcomes in access achievement and community;
• Our Guiding Principles;
• Decisions based on strategy and evidence;
• The development of our employees;
• A diverse and inclusive college community where everyone belongs.

• An unrelenting focus on our mission to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our diverse for innovative teaching learning and scholarship.
• Exciting opportunities for personal and career growth.
• Diverse cultural and environmental benefits of rural suburban and urban lifestyles.
• Friendly supportive and diverse work environments.
• Excellent benefits include competitive leave packages and an array of health dental vision and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs.

Electrical maintenance repair and installation
Journey-level electrical trade work:

• Troubleshoots maintains and repairs electrical and HVAC components related to existing and new equipment;
• Maintains current E01 license and stays consistent with updated electrical codes;
• Independently functions as a fully qualified electrician to perform skilled installation maintenance and repair work on low voltage electrical equipment and electrical systems of 750 volts or less as well as low voltage electrical equipment. Examples can include such things as interior and exterior wiring and cables connections for electrical machines switches and controls fuse boxes breaker panels distribution and instrument panels buzzer and bell circuits hearing and power circuits and distribution systems.
• Installs modifies maintains and repairs interior and exterior wiring and cables connections for electric machines switches and controls fuse boxes breaker panels distribution and instrument panels buzzer and bell circuits and hearing and power circuits.
• Installs adjusts maintains modifies and repairs electric motors equipment and instruments such as pumps clocks lamps X-ray machines stoves timers air conditioners fans metering devices power tools motors generators and refrigerators.
• Install troubleshoot and maintain systems and parts for building automation and fire control/reporting;
• Inspect electric systems and equipment to detect and correct faulty or worn-out parts.
• Inspect electrical systems check wires poles transformers and keep lines cleared of tree limbs and brush.
• Perform alterations adjustments modifications repairs and installation of electrical equipment systems. Estimate materials and time needed to complete jobs.

• Perform preventative and routine corrective maintenance tasks ensuring that assigned systems equipment and facilities are maintained in a safe manner and ensure minimal breakdown. Serve as the electrical lead for the maintenance department. Also provides routine multi-trade skills related to plumbing HVAC carpentry metal fabrication general repairs and plant operations;
• Read and interpret plans blueprints and specifications for construction or remodeling and may recommend appropriate modifications or additions to plans;
• Install diagnose problems and repair electrical and HVAC systems apparatus electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment following electrical code manuals schematic diagrams blueprints and other specifications;
• Perform maintenance and repairs to electrical and HVAC equipment including motors pumps control systems chillers and boilers;
• Prepare estimates of time labor and materials for projects and/or repairs;
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment of the trades. Cleans work area upon completion of project;
• Provide guidance and training in electrical and HVAC work to other maintenance personnel;
• May have led responsibility for special projects;
• Perform all work in accordance with all established safety standards (such as
• WISHA/OSHA lockout/tagout);
• Serve as on-call maintenance technician as scheduled and respond to maintenance emergencies;
• Use equipment such as lifts to complete projects;
• Serve as essential personnel and report to work during college emergencies and inclement weather;
• Drives service vehicles as required; loads and unloads materials and supplies. May direct and instruct helpers.

Administrative and other duties

• Utilize a software-based work order management system to organize plan and execute workload;
• Frequently interact and communicate through multimodal pathways such as email phone and in person with customers students staff and the general public;
• Plan and procure goods and materials to complete jobs and projects in a timely manner;
• Report emergencies and other urgent issues to Security and the Assistant Director;
• Other duties as assigned.

• Ability to communicate effectively and carry out oral and written instructions;
• WISHA/OSHA regulations related to the electrical trade the National Electric Code and local jurisdiction codes;
• Demonstrated knowledge in the utilization of DDC control systems;
• Theory principles methods and techniques used in the installation repair and maintenance of electrical and HVAC equipment;
• Demonstrated computer skills in email Microsoft Office Suite applications and work order management systems;
• Lift heavy equipment tools and supplies and/or exert force up to 100 lbs;
• Work in on around over and under fixed equipment and machinery;
• Work from lifts ladders and scaffolding at heights up to 75 feet;
• Work in hazardous or irritating environments and adverse weather or temperature conditions; wear and work in personal protective equipment;
• Use varying styles approaches skills and techniques that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse multi-cultural workplace;
• Communicate effectively and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Ability to read interpret and work from blueprints schematics drawings specifications and construction documents;
• Draw and sketch assigned project items when required;
• Read and understand manufacturers recommendations regarding scheduled and preventive maintenance servicing and operation;
• Diagnose electrical and HVAC problems communicate findings order appropriate parts and make timely repairs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an electrician. Must possess a valid E01 license in Washington State or the ability to obtain one within three (3) months;
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operators license;
• One (1) year of experience as an expert-level worker in building and equipment maintenance construction or repair work.

• Additionaltrades experience at the Journeymans level;
• Five (5) years at the Journeymans level in the commercial electrical trade;
• Experience with a maintenance software work order system.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary is based on Range 54G Step G $5928 per month with periodic increments to $6708 per month.Starting salary may be dependent on education qualifications and experience. Salary and benefits are subject to change in accordance with legislative mandates and collective bargaining agreements.
• This position is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and is dependent upon continued grant funding.
• This is a union-represented position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.
• Retirement medical and insurance benefits are provided in accordance with state regulations. Additional information on benefits can be found at Deadline:Priority screening will begin after September 20 2026. Applications received on or before this date will receive first consideration. Applications received after the screening date may beconsidered until the position is filled.
  
  
  Priority Screening Date: September 20 2026
  Interviews with Committee: Week of September 27th
  Finalist Interviews: Week of October 5th or 12th
  Anticipated Start Date: November 2026
  
  Please be aware that the College hiring authorities reserve the right to hire one or more candidates and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process. Only candidates selected to interview will be contacted.
  
  Application Procedure:
  To be considered for this position applicants must:
  1. Meet the minimum qualifications and;
  2. Submit a complete application to the online recruitment system at includes the following:
     • The online application which includes answers to all supplemental questions and contact information for at least three (3) professional references;
     • A current resume; (Attachment: Resume);
     • A letter of interest addressing the minimum desired qualifications and your education and experience as it supports the responsibilities of this position; (Attachment: Cover Letter).
  In order to be considered for the position you must complete the online application in full and attach the required supplemental documents. Failure to provide this information may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
  
  Conditions of Employment:
  • Prior to employment 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.
    
    Additionally pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for or have left a position during an investigation into a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicants current or past employer. By law post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or non-existence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute.
  • In the interest of providing a healthy safe and secure educational and work environment and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation it is the policy of Skagit Valley College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
  • If hired you will be required to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.
  • This classification is included in the classified staff bargaining unit represented by the Washington Public Employees Association WPEA.
  
  Application Assistance:If you have questions about the position or require special accommodation you may contact Human Resources at Monday through Thursday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. SVC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may leave a TDD/TTY message at by the application closing date.
  
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  Skagit Valley College provides a drug-free environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race color creed religion national origin sex sexual orientation and/or gender identity pregnancy genetic information age marital status disability honorably discharged veteran or military status in its programs and employment. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies contact Carolyn Tucker Vice President of Human Resources/EEO 360.416.7794 or . For inquiries regarding sexual misconduct compliance contact Title IX Coordinator Sandy Jordan 360.416.7923 or . Mailing address: 2405 E. College Way Mount Vernon WA 98273.