Construction and Maintenance Project Lead – Permanent – *09516-24

Classification- Construction and Maintenance Project Lead
Job Status- Full-Time/Permanent
WDFW Program- Capital and Asset Management Program – Lacey Construction Shop
Duty Station- Lacey, Washington – Thurston County

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This position provides direct support to the Construction and Maintenance Project Supervisor in the management of and metal fabrication projects and space use to meet quality and safety standards and meet project deadlines. Activities include preparing drawings and sketches, ordering materials, preparing estimates, reviewing consultant drawings and instructing staff.   In addition to providing hands on fabrication, the incumbent in this position provides mentoring and leadership to skilled staff in the fabrication and installation of critical hatchery and fish production components.  

What to Expect-

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Construction and Maintenance Project Lead will be responsible for:

Fabrication Leadership:

• Independently prepares drawings and sketches to illustrate fabrication projects for staff to follow, as well as conveys verbal instructions.
• Independently composes bills of materials for the use in estimating project expenses and orders materials based on drawing and sketch reviews.  
• Manages the use of shop space and time management of staff to meet project deadlines, while ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• Respond quickly to priority changes and scheduling constraints.
• Operate a variety of fabrication shop equipment such as Oxyacetylene, wire feed, tig and arc welders.

Project Leadership:

• Assists in the preparation, scheduling and supervision of the work layout for the maintenance, alteration and repair of building structures and components.
• Communicates the job(s) to and with the crew.
• Determines materials, equipment and manpower needed.   
• Identifies needs and deficiencies in the plan/schedule and communicates these to the Construction and Maintenance Project Supervisor.
• Oversees the execution of the work, including quality, production, and safety, by ensuring that crews work to job specifications and follows all Agency standards.
• Continuously inspects completed work making sure it is up to code and specifications and initiates timely problem resolutions.

Hydraulics:

• Design lift gates that have been modified from stem driven to hydraulic, along with fish traps that have raiseable floors.
• Diagnose and repair various existing hydraulic units, retrofitting outdated systems with hydraulic, such as knife fates, tote tilts, and crowders.

Working Conditions: 

Work Setting, including hazards: Duties are performed in a fabrication shop and on occasion at construction sites in the Hatcheries and Wildlife areas. Work may involve rough terrain, small spaces, and severe weather – at times lifting up to 50lbs of materials in project site. Must be able to negotiate water in emergency situations.

Schedule: Work 6:00 am-4:30 pm, Monday-Thursday with overtime as needed/requested. This may include overnight stays and evening and weekend work.

Travel Requirements: 20%-40% depending on season.

Tools and Equipment: Hang and power tools, as well as welding equipment. 

Customer Interactions: Frequent interactions varying between Federal, Local, Inter-Agency, and Intra-Agency customers and vendors.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: 

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a skilled mechanic trade and one year of experience as a journey-level worker in building and equipment maintenance, construction, or repair work.
• Six (6) years’ experience in the welding trade, including three (4) years’ experience specifically in fabrication.
• Experience welding with mild steel, stainless, and aluminum.

Plus:

• Knowledge of characteristics of ferrous and non-ferrous metals under welding conditions; principles and operation of oxyacetylene and arc welding equipment; fluxes and hardening agents; fundamentals of heat treatment; standards for welding high pressure boilers, steam lines, and other potentially hazardous equipment.
• Advanced understanding of spatial reasoning orientation in two-dimensional and three-dimensional spaces, cause and effect, heat conduction, velocity, gravity, and force.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems and the methods and concepts used to design lifting platforms; ability to read drawings, sketches and designs; and ability to diagnose and repair hydraulic components.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, engineered drawings, sketches, and notes.
• Basic computer skills.

Certifications/Licenses: Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess some or all the following:

• WABO certification for 7018, 6011 or dual-shield welding
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) endorsement with current Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Leadership experience

Your application should include the following:

• A completed online application.
• An up-to-date resume (chronological preferred) showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
• A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
• At least three professional references with current contact information.

Supplemental Information

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 – WFSE: 

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).  This recruitment may be used to fill positions in addition to those listed.

Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice: 

Per RCW 73.16.010 Veterans and spouses of active-duty military personnel who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following: 

• Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at [email protected]. 
• Veterans only – Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
  • Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

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 [email protected], or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.

Technical Difficulties: If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or [email protected]. 

Other questions: If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to [email protected] and reference the job number in the subject line.

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