WDVA Maintenance Mechanic 1, On-Call, Walla Walla Veterans Home

Maintenance Mechanic 1On-CallWalla Walla Veterans HomeWDVA is recruiting an on-call Maintenance Mechanic 1 at our award-winning Walla Walla Veterans Home! In this role, you will perform general maintenance, repair, remodeling, and construction duties for the Walla Walla Veterans Home.Your working knowledge of skills fields such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, painting, and machinist work will be critical in the maintenance of our long-term care facility and grounds.If you are ready to join our team and help us continue to fulfill our mission of "Serving Those Who Served," apply today!• This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step L. Step M has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules.Position(s) at this location will also receive 5% Premium Pay for facilities open twenty-four hours per day. Employees must physically work at the facility 3 days per workweek to qualify. The 5% Premium Pay is in effect until June 29th, 2025.At the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA), we are passionate about our mission of “Serving Those Who Served.” As a national leader in our advocacy for more than 500,000 Veterans and their family members, we strive to connect them to earned benefits as well as innovative programs focused on their overall health and wellness. In addition, we provide critical community services through a variety of programs, and at our four State Veterans Homes located in Orting, Port Orchard, Spokane, and Walla Walla. These locations provide Medicare and Medicaid nursing home care to Veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star Families.Some of what you'll do:• Perform semi-skilled work in carpentry, plumbing, welding and metal fabrication, electrical, HVAC, mechanical, and machinist work.• Under the technical direction of the Plant Manager or Maintenance Mechanic 2, perform skilled work in carpentry, plumbing, steam fitting, electrical, mechanical, and machinist work.• Operate hand tools, power tools, and other shop equipment as needed.• Perform minor repairs on building fixtures, plumbing, heating, laundry, and kitchen equipment, motors, and electrical appliances.• Operate automotive equipment to transport materials and supplies.• Mow, irrigate, fertilize, and maintain lawns.• Use a variety of manual tools and equipment such as weed trimmers, backpack blowers, light tractors, and lawn mowers.• Clean, service, and make repairs to tools and equipment.• Plant, transplant, trim, and water plants, trees, flowers, and shrubs.• And more!• Complete Position Description available upon request.*Required:• High school graduation or GED equivalent.• One (1) year of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction, or repair work, or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a skilled mechanic trade.• Valid state driver's license.• Ability to read and understand written instructions, directions, and procedures in English.Preferred/Desired:• Two (2) years of maintenance mechanic work in a medical facility, with experience in mechanical, electrical, carpentry, and plumbing skills.Special Requirements:• Must be able pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check prior to beginning services and every two (2) years in accordance with WDVA Policy 615.000 Background Checks. 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 position.• Must be able to perform moderately heavy physical effort for some tasks such as moving furniture, equipment, etc. Incumbent must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. and may push/pull/carry objects weighing over 60 lbs.• Must be able to perform physically demanding work with continuous standing and walking; frequent lifting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting, and bending; repetitive motion of hands and arms and gripping with hands.• Must comply with annual Tuberculin Screening in accordance with DVA policy 670.000 Tuberculosis Testing.• Requires medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the Washington Industrial Safety and Act standards. Must be able to wear a respirator, medical gloves, gowns, eye protection, and other personal protection as required by a job or task.• Must maintain regular and reliable attendance, successfully complete employee orientation and other required training.• Must become familiar and comply with all DVA policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.• Candidates who are offered a job with WDVA must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.Check out this awesome video here to see what it is like to work for the WDVA!Application Process:Top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described below.Please include the following documents with your application:1. A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.2. A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.Other Information:• This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For further information, please contact us at recruiters@dva.wa.gov.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion EmployerHere at YOUR Washington Department of Veterans Affairs our employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or Veteran status.We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the mission of the agency. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 725-2183. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency, please contact us at recruiters@dva.wa.gov.