Description

About the Division

The Buildings & Grounds Division (B&G) is responsible for the Capitol Campus and DES managed building operations, stewardship, and historic preservation. B&G provides service to over 42 agencies, maintains, operates and preserves the 486-acre state Capitol Campus in Olympia, including more than 28 buildings, 18 public monuments, four state parks and a 260-acre lake. B&G executes these responsibilities through the following service programs: Facilities Operations, Grounds Operations, Leadership and Admin, Maintenance & Repairs, Support Services (custodial).

Within Buildings & Grounds, the incumbent independently functions as a fully qualified electrician and is a senior specialist to perform skilled construction, installation, maintenance, and repair work on electrical equipment and systems. These include but are not limited to the campus medium voltage distribution system, primary service entry panels, switchgear, interior and exterior wiring; cables, connections for electric machines, switches and controls; fuse boxes, breaker panels, distribution and instrument panels, power circuits, and distribution systems; motors, wiring, equipment, and instruments such as pumps, lighting, and fans.

This position reports directly to the assigned Electrical Supervisor who schedules work and plans projects. This role requires interaction with the building tenants, Asset, Property and Tenant facility Managers, B&G trade staff, vendors, contractors, and visitors. Employees in this position work independently or under the supervision of the appropriate tradesperson. The employee is expected to follow approved DES work processes and procedures; national and local building codes and standards to accomplish work assignments in a timely manner.
Why you should work for us

• A great total compensation and benefits package
• Paid Vacation, Leave, and Holidays
• A healthy work/life balance, which may include flexible work schedules
• An agency-wide commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and respect, and leaders who encourage all employees to bring their authentic selves to work
• Access to several state business resource groups including the Rainbow Alliance and Inclusion Network, Veteran Employee Resource Group, Latino Leadership Network, Blacks United in Leadership and Diversity, Disability Inclusion Network, and Washington Immigrant Network
• Supported growth and development opportunities; and
• Opportunities to serve your community through meaningful work

Duties

Some of what you will be doing

• Perform installation, alterations, and repair, and remodels building electrical systems
• Install, modify, maintain, and repair interior and exterior wiring and cables, connections for electric machines, switches and controls, fuse boxes, breaker panels, distribution and instrument panels, and power circuits
• Installs, adjusts, maintains, modifies, and repairs electric motors, equipment, and instruments such as pumps, clocks, lamps, metering devices, power tools, motors and generators
• Connect, operate and maintain a variety of equipment including, but not limited to switchgear, panel boards, switch boxes, system wiring, motors, pumps, switches, lighting, and controllers
• Respond to emergency situations such as power outages

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Journey level standing as an Electrician EL-01as attested by:
  • Completion of a recognized apprenticeship
    OR
  • Full journey level status in an Electrical Workers Union
• One year applicable work experience as a journey-level in building and equipment maintenance.

AND
Incumbents to this position must possess and demonstrate the following DEI competencies (complete version found here (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)):

• Able to learn and understand the language and concepts of our DES DEI culture and commit to being a part of creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, respectful and inclusive workplace
• Demonstrate a commitment to growth, learning and self-awareness when provided training and opportunities to participate in improving our work environment
• Participate and behave in a manner that creates trust and builds working relationships, promoting teamwork and collaboration in the work environment
• Demonstrate the understanding that all people are valued; contribute to an equitable, inclusive and respectful environment when working with members of the group, team, organization or community
• Commit to being an active participant in continually evaluating and improving strategies that promote equity and inclusion in our organization

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• Ability to perform skilled electrical, Carpentry, Paint, Plumbing, Electrical and HVAC work
• Knowledge of standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the Electrical, Carpentry, Paint and HVAC trades
• Knowledge of current national and local building codes and standards
• Ability to work from blueprints, plans and sketches; estimate labor and materials required to accomplish the work
• Use of hand and power tools required accomplishing building and grounds maintenance, repairing and construction work
• Perform trades related mathematical calculations

Supplemental Information

Work conditions

• This position works a majority the time indoors, with some work performed outside under adverse conditions. Working on electrical systems which could cause shock or electrocution hazards. Moving up to 50 pounds. Loud noises.
• Possess and maintain a current Electrical License (EL-01 License) issued by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
• Possess and maintain a motor vehicle operator’s license valid under WA state law, free from serious traffic violations

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hrs./week. Compressed work schedules are available upon request and approval by management.

Travel Requirements: Position requires infrequent (10% or less) travel to meet with managers or employees, attend or provide training. Travel required visiting various worksites, meet with clients and occasional overnight travel may be necessary to attend or present at conferences in state and out of state, attend seminars, conferences or training.

• A letter of interest, describing how you meet the qualifications for this position as outlined in the job posting
• A current resume, detailing experience, and education; and
• A current list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact information (attached or available to provide at the time of interview)

• Union Inclusion: This position is included in a bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

• COVID Vaccination Requirement: Per Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader), state employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. If you are selected to serve in this position, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination before you are able to begin work. Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing verification of your vaccine status, having an approved medical accommodation, or having an approved religious accommodation. No start date will be approved until you have either verified your vaccine status or have an approved accommodation. Please do not attach your vaccination verification to your application as it will be removed. Details on how to proceed with verification or accommodation will be provided once a conditional offer has been made.
  
• Background Check Notice: Prior to any new appointment into the Department of Enterprise Services, 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.

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