Job Description
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SPECIAL NOTE:
This position is open until filled; applications received by June 14, 2026, will receive first consideration.•Position Details Open until filled Best to apply by: June 14, 2026 Include both resume and letter of interest What to Expect (timeline subject to change) Application screening: By 3rd week of June If selected, preliminary interview: 4th week of June If selected, Interview:
1st week of July LOTT Clean Water Alliance is a regional wastewater treatment utility serving Lacey, Olympia, Tumwater, and Thurston County. LOTT is proud to be a leader in protecting public health and the environment. LOTT Facilities Technicians are part of our regular maintenance team, utilizing a broad range of repair, maintenance, and customer service skills to support internal and public spaces including the WET Science Center, East Bay Plaza, and other LOTT-owned buildings and facilities. Our team values collaboration and problem-solving, ensuring that our buildings and facilities function optimally to support LOTT's mission. The ideal candidate is dependable, skilled in building maintenance and preventive care, maintains professionalism under pressure, and effectively prioritizes tasks in a fast-paced environment. They demonstrate excellent customer service and bring experience in HVAC and commercial facilities maintenance. Under general supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, responsible for the maintenance, repair, and alteration of LOTT Clean Water Alliance (LOTT) owned buildings, facilities, fixtures, and related equipment. Duties include carpentry, plumbing, dry-wall, painting, welding, heating, air conditioning, and ventilation, electrical, locks and hardware work, alarms and fire suppression, and a variety of related technical tasks. This position has a strong customer service focus and a primary function is to support public use of the Water Education and Technology (WET) Center and Administrative Building occupants. Series Concept:
The Facilities Technician (FT) is the entry-level classification in the Facilities Technician series, which includes the Facilities Technician II and the Lead Facilities Technician. Facilities Technicians perform routine commercial and residential building maintenance but require less experience and certifications than the higher classifications. Essential Function:
The Facilities Technician (FT) works independently, as a part of a regular maintenance crew, and also provides assistance to the Maintenance Technicians. FTs are expected to have a strong customer service focus and be fully skilled in the tasks of building maintenance and operation of all associated hand/power tools and equipment with sufficient skill to independently perform assigned tasks. The FT is responsible for the operation, repair, and maintenance of LOTT-owned buildings and associated equipment, systems, and structures, including but not limited to the following: Perform general maintenance or install, maintain, inspect, adjust, and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment including controllers, exhaust fans, air filters, compressors, pumps and motors; Maintain and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, including direct digital controls; Responsible for ensuring required inspection, service, maintenance, and repair and proper functioning of fire alarm and fire suppression equipment and systems; Install fire extinguishers and ensure required inspection and service is performed; Install, clean, maintain, and repair a variety of floor coverings and roof coverings; Maintain, repair, replace plumbing fixtures such as sinks, faucets, shower heads, toilets, drinking fountains, and pipes and clear obstructions from water, sewer, and drainage lines; Perform skilled carpentry work including repairing of furniture, cabinets, fences, partitions, walls, windows, doors, and other carpentry work; Perform journey-level painting on building interiors and exteriors; Clear and clean roof drains; Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of audio-visual equipment; Replace faulty electrical fixtures such as switches, lighting ballasts and bulbs, and perform minor electrical repairs; Clean, adjust, lubricate, repair, and/or replace office furniture and equipment, door closers, locks, latches, hinges and other building hardware; Operate, maintain and repair a variety mechanical tools and equipment such as power saws, sanders, and drills; air compressors, paint sprayers, sewer augers, and hand tools required for carpentry, plumbing, and maintenance work; May participate in the implementation of the LOTT Strategic Asset Management Program, including preventative and predictive maintenance tasks, establishing and maintaining an inventory of parts, prioritization of maintenance tasks, and data collection to make repair/replace decisions using the Business Case Evaluation approach; Perform rough concrete and carpentry work; Safely operate a vehicle to and from offsite facilities, inspection locations, or other location necessary to perform assigned work; Adhere to LOTT's Safety Program including updates and modifications to comply with federal and state regulations including, but not limited to, respiratory medical clearance; Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance; and Perform other duties as assigned. Working Conditions:
The FT may be assigned evening and/or weekend work in support of after-hours use of LOTT facilities, such as Board meetings and Education Center programs. Working conditions will vary depending upon assignment. Maintenance staff may be assigned to work throughout all LOTT facilities, such as Satellite Treatment Plants, Recharge Basins, Reclamation Ponds and Pump Stations. This includes hazardous work areas such as: street surfaces, rights-of-way and medians; in ditches, pits, underground vaults and other confined spaces; around heavy equipment; as well as the operation of potentially dangerous tools. Some duties may have potential exposure to toxic chemicals, gases, and/or raw sewage. Typical assignments may include outdoor work, occasionally in inclement weather, and potentially dirty, wet, noisy, or cramped work sites. The work may involve strenuous manual labor and requires physical dexterity and mechanical aptitude. This position also requires the physical capability and mobility to navigate all types of surfaces and terrain. Contacts:
The FT is considered a customer service position and the incumbent will have daily contact with LOTT personnel for the purpose of work prioritization and coordination, information sharing, and problem diagnosis and resolution. Frequent contact with contractors, vendors, and manufacturers are for the purpose of coordinating work, and selection and purchase of tools and equipment. Questions of a complex or sensitive nature are referred to the Maintenance Supervisor. Supervision:
This position does not supervise others. The FTII may assist in the training of less experienced workers and may serve in a lead capacity on specific work assignments. The FT is expected to coordinate and schedule work, including contractors hired to performed specialized or certified work. Accountability:
The FT is accountable for maintaining a professional, courteous manner with all customers and for performing all assignments in a timely, effective, and efficient manner. Facilities Technician I:
$74,567.17 - $90,507.04 Annually Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Principles and implementation of a building preventative maintenance program; Knowledge of paint systems and proper product selection and application; Electrical safety procedures; Work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with maintenance of commercial facilities and grounds; and Basic computer skills. Skill in:
Providing excellent customer service; Critical thinking, troubleshooting, and creative problem solving; Repairing and maintaining equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operating manuals, and manufacturers' specifications; Using hand and power tools; Basic electrical repairs; Performing basic plumbing maintenance, repair, and replacement; and Cleaning, maintenance, and repair of a variety of flooring materials. Ability to:
Work effectively with individuals and groups, including under stressful conditions; Operate a variety of tools and equipment including: forklifts, personnel lifts, jackhammers, and various power and hand tools; Follow written and verbal directions; Prioritize, plan, organize, and coordinate work and resources to efficiently complete assigned work; Use safe work habits when performing potentially dangerous work; and Perform manual labor for extended periods, at times under unfavorable conditions. Facilities Technician II:
$83,782.40 - $101,793.12 Annually Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Principles and implementation of a preventative building maintenance program; Knowledge of paint systems and proper product selection and application; Knowledge of safe rigging practices for the lifting of heavy equipment; Electrical safety procedures equipment; EPA recommended procedures for preventing and troubleshooting Indoor Air Quality problems; Work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with maintenance of Wastewater Treatment Facilities and grounds; Landscape irrigation and irrigation system maintenance, including principles of plumbing, pipefitting, and backflow prevention and cross-connection; and Building energy conservation. Skill in:
Providing excellent customer service; Installation, maintenance, optimization, and repair of HVAC equipment and controls; Repairing and maintaining equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operating manuals, and manufacturers' specifications; Using hand and power tools and precision-measuring and testing instruments; Basic electrical repairs as referenced in Essential Functions; Performing basic carpentry, cement finishing, painting, and other related work; Performing basic plumbing maintenance, repair, and replacement; and Cleaning, maintenance, and repair of a variety of flooring materials; Ability to: Work effectively with individuals and groups, including under stressful conditions; Read and understand blueprints and Computer Aided Design (CAD) drawings; Operate a variety of tools and equipment including lawn mowers, trimmers, dump trucks, forklifts, boom trucks, backhoe, jackhammers, and various power and hand tools; Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) program to plan preventive maintenance and corrective work; Follow written and verbal directions; Prioritize, plan, organize, and coordinate work and resources to efficiently complete assigned work; Use common sense and safe work habits when performing potentially dangerous work; Perform manual labor for extended periods, occasionally under unfavorable conditions; Work with minimum direct supervision; and Use CMMS and Microsoft Office products. Facilities Technician I:
Experience/Education:
High school graduate or equivalent. Two years' experience in building maintenance is preferred. Special Requirements:
The following certifications are required within 12 months of hire: Pool and Spa Operator Certification and Backflow Prevention Certification. Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License. Must participate in LOTT's Health and Safety Program. Facilities Technician II:
Experience/Education:
Four years progressively responsible experience in building maintenance with at least three years' experience maintaining HVAC systems with R-410A is required. Special Requirements:
The following certifications are required: EPA Section 608 Universal Certification, BOC (Building Operator I) certification, Pool and Spa Operator Certification, and backflow Prevention Certification. Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License. Must participate in LOTT's Health and Safety Program.
