Posting number: 2026-07181
Department: Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
Job classification: MAINTENANCE MECHANIC 3
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Building Maintenance, Facility Management, Trades, Natural Resources, Building & Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance, Green-Collar/Environmental
Title- Generator Technician
Classification- Maintenance Mechanic 3
Job Status- Full-Time - Permanent
WDFW Program- Capital Asset ManagementProgram (CAMP)
Duty Station- Lacey, Washington – Thurston County
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In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring reliable operation and maintenance of generator systems to support hatchery facilities statewide.
Envision yourself taking the lead in developing and managing preventive maintenance schedules and preparing detailed reports to keep key personnel informed of equipment status and system performance.
As a technical expert on generator systems, you will also provide guidance on the placement of large-scale generators, recommendations for replacement and designing fuel supply and exhaust systems.
What to Expect-
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Generator Technician will,
Perform Generator and Compressor Maintenance (Diesel Mechanics):
Project Leadership and Administration
Generator Electrical Preventative Maintenance
Metal Fabrication:
Plumbing:
Working Conditions:
Work setting, including hazards:
Schedule: Typically, Monday – Thursday, 6:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M., working 40 hours per week. The standard work schedule includes the potential for occasional evening or weekend work as needed.
Travel Requirements: Travel required 60-80% statewide depending on season.
Tools and Equipment: Basic hand tools, power tools such as drills, roto hammers, cut off saws, circular saws, hydraulic punch, metal band saws, welders, cutting torch, plasma cutter, chainsaws, powered motors, automotive equipment and trailers
Customer Interactions: Frequent interactions varying between Federal, local, inter-agency, and intra-agency customers and vendors.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
Option 1: Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in heavy equipment operation, construction, plumbing, diesel mechanics, or a related trade.
And
Three (3) years of journey-level experience performing construction, maintenance, repair, and heavy equipment operations.
Option 2: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience performing heavy equipment operation, construction, maintenance, repair, and transportation activities on commercial, industrial, utility, transportation, natural resource, or public works projects.
Option 3: Two (2) years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic 2.
In addition to the options above, the following experience is required (may be gained concurrently):
Certifications/Licenses:
Valid Driver’s License
Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess one or more of the following:
Current certification in welding, electrical maintenance, diesel technology, or a related trade.
Experience:
Your application must include the following:
In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.
Important Note:
All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
Union - WAFWP:
This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Request an accommodation: Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.
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Other questions: If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov and reference job #2026-07181
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