Equipment Technician 1

The Opportunity

As the Equipment Technician 1 you will perform entry-level service and repair on vehicles, motorized farm equipment, and heavy construction equipment. Your duties include, but are not limited to: washing and detailing cars; changing oil and filters; inspecting exhaust systems; checking brakes; checking safety equipment; and repairing and maintaining tires.

Additional Information

This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary: $3,752 to $4,320 | Range 36G (Steps G-M) | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver.

Required Qualifications

• One (1) year of work experience in a garage or service station, or equivalent experience, or two (2) years of experience in appliance repair or related mechanical experience.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year experience in vehicle washing & detailing or similar environment.
• Lube, oil filter, and vehicle and equipment maintenance experience.
• Oxygen/Acetylene and Arc and/or Wire-feed welding experience.
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment with both standard and automatic transmissions.