Job Description

Posting number: 2026-08803

Department: Parks and Recreation Commission

Job classification: CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE PROJECT SPECIALIST

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Building & Safety, Building Maintenance, Facility Management, Parks and Beaches, Parks and Recreation, Maintenance, Construction Maintenance, Project Management, Construction Trades

Summary

Construction & Maintenance Project SpecialistWashington State Parks and Recreation Commission

Job Title: Construction & Maintenance Project Specialist

Location: Olympia, WA

Closes: Continuous. Applications will have a first review on November 17th. We strongly recommend applying as soon as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to close the posting at any time once a selection has been made.

Position Status: This is a permanent position.

About this position:

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 for the SW Region Parks associated park managed facilities and properties. This position 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.

This position is not eligible to telework, as physical on-site presence is required to perform essential functions.

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, doesn’t always feel like work.

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. 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!

Examples of duties

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.

OR

• **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 driver's license, unrestricted other than corrective lenses.
• First Aid/CPR Certification must be obtained within the first 12 months of employment.

REQUIRED COMPENTENCIES:

• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
• Technical Trade Skills – Competent in multi-trade journey level work including carpentry, masonry, roofing, plumbing, and electrical trades to handle complex structural needs.
• Equipment Operations & Logistics – Resourceful, skilled, and safety-focused when operating, maintaining, repairing, various equipment and specialized gear safely at job sites throughout the State.

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.

Additional 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.

Requirements:

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.

Working conditions: 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 50% of the time between parks and statewide for meetings, training, and other field work.

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 and:Please provide three professional references, each from your current employer and your two most recent places of employment.Attach a cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position.Attach a current resumé.

To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 long-form copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
• Please black out any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
• For more information on Veteran's Preference and instructions on how to check your eligibility, click here.

Supplemental information

About Parks:

Want to join a great organization? The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission manages one of the largest, most diverse--and most beautiful—parks systems in the country. With more than 120,000 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. Parks is staffed with nearly 1,000 employees (summers), who are some of the most passionate employees you'll find anywhere. For more information on Washington State Parks, click here.

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.

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.

Diversity Policy Statement:

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 (360) 902-8565. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

For information about this position, please contact Jaymin Kapsandy at Jaymin.Kapsandy@parks.wa.gov or (360) 956-4811.

For information about the recruitment process 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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