Posting number: 2026-05789
Department: Parks and Recreation Commission
Job classification: CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE PROJECT LEAD
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Building Maintenance, Facility Management, Parks and Beaches, Maintenance, Project Management
Job TitleConstruction & Maintenance Project Lead -SW Region
Location: Olympia, WA
Closing date: August 13th, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. PST
Position works four (4) days a week, 10 hours per day. Core working hours are typically 6 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Thursday. This position requires regular travel including some overnight between parks and statewide for meetings, training, and other field work.
The Construction & Maintenance Lead, plans, coordinates, and organizes construction and maintenance projects; leads two or more journey level trades employees; uses knowledge, experience, and training in electrical, carpentry, plumbing, welding, masonry, mechanics, and project planning to complete preventative and deferred maintenance projects.
The Southwest Region Crew operates out of 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.
We are looking for a team-oriented person who can work well with others as well as work independently. If you enjoy our state parks and would like to improve them, I encourage you to apply!
Under the supervision of the Southwest Region C&M Supervisor, this position is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating and performing new construction, renovation, remodel, repair, inspection, and maintenance of State Parks buildings, facilities, grounds, equipment, and vehicles for the Southwest Region. This position may also lead up to two (2) C&M Leads, four (4) C&M Project Specialists, and other staff in the maintenance and construction of planned preventative and deferred maintenance projects around the Southwest Region.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Option one:
Option Two:
** Two (2) years of technical or vocational training or education in building/construction trade may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Core Competencies:
Technical Expertise in Multi-Trade Construction & Maintenance- Demonstrated knowledge and hands-on proficiency across multiple trades (e.g., electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical systems) to perform, troubleshoot, and oversee complex maintenance and construction work.
Leadership & Crew Coordination- Ability to lead, direct, and support work crews; assign tasks; develop work methods; and ensure productivity, accountability, and adherence to standards while fostering a collaborative team environment.
UNIFORM INFORMATION:
All Construction & Maintenance Leads are required to wear a uniform. A complete and properly worn uniform helps establish the professional identity of a Construction & Maintenance Lead and promotes respect as a Washington State Parks employee. All Construction & Maintenance Leads 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.
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 applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
This position is subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). For more information, please go to DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing.
How to apply:
Only candidates who reflect the minimum qualifications on their NEOGOV profile will be considered. Failure to follow the application instructions below may lead to disqualification. To apply for this position, you will need to complete your profile which includes three professional references and attach:
To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:
Note: This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). Once the listed position(s) is(are) filled, this recruitment announcement may also be used to fill additional position(s) for up to sixty (60) days.
Diversity Policy Statement:
For information about this position, please contact Jaymin Kapsandy at Jaymin.Kapsandy@parks.wa.gov or (360) 956-4811.
For information about recruitment processes and qualifications, please contact Jenee Kramer at Jenee.Kramer@parks.wa.gov or (360) 902-8569.
All applicants with a legal right to work in the United States are encouraged to apply.
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