Salary: $8,671.00 - $10,058.00 Monthly
Location : Snohomish County - Monroe, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number:Department: Dept. of Corrections
Division: Prisons - MCC
Opening Date: 10/14/2026
Closing Date: 10/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
DescriptionMaintenance Specialist 4 - TeamstersMonroe Correctional Complex (MCC)Full-time- PermanentThis recruitment may be used to fill further permanent and/or temporary positions.The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Maintenance Specialist 4 (MS4) at the Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC), located in Monroe, WA. This bulletin may be used to fill multiple MS4 vacancies at MCC as they occur.
Facility Profile:The Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) is a 2400-bed male all-custody level facility located 30 miles northeast of Seattle. Employing approximately 1200 staff, the complex consists of five major units: the Washington State Reformatory Unit (WSRU), Sky River Treatment Center (SRTC), Twin Rivers Unit (TRU), Intensive Management Unit (IMU), and the Minimum-Security Unit (MSU). Services provided at the Monroe Correctional Complex include custody and security, classification, education, incarcerated work programs, health care (both patient and outpatient), mental health care, sex offense treatment, food service, maintenance, personnel, recreation, volunteer services, religious services, library services, Incarcerated Individual records, visiting and extended family visits.
Application Process
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- Complete your application.
- Please be sure to attach the following to your application:
- A cover letter outlining how you meet the qualifications for this position,
- A detailed chronological resume; and
- At least (3) three professional references - A professional reference is identified as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
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Incomplete application packages may disqualify an applicant from the application process. We are looking for evidence in your application materials that you have the experience, skills, and abilities indicated in this job posting. Qualified applicants whose responses most closely match the requirements of this position may be invited to interview. Carefully review your application before submitting. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required. The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application materials submitted.
DutiesThe Maintenance Specialist 4 reports to a Plant Manager 3 at the Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC), This position supervises staff who supervise offender work crews, and is responsible for the maintenance of all existing buildings, structures, grounds, equipment and construction projects as assigned to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for Incarcerated Individuals (I/I), staff and visitors.
Tasks include:- Provide technical leadership, supervise and perform work in two different trades, including but not limited to HVAC, Plumbing, Steam, Carpentry, Mechanical, Welding, Groundskeeping and/or Wastewater Treatment.
- This position is a lead supervisor that has administration responsibilities of tracking, payroll, attendance and budgets for shop supplies and projects.
- Oversee the shops, work and training of MCC Maintenance Mechanics working in the welding and grounds operations.
- Lead Role and responsibilities of managing MCC Safety Programs such as Fall Protection, Fire Extingushers, Lock out tag out, confine space etc.
Qualifications REQUIRED:- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Must have and maintain a valid Washington state drivers license
- Four or more years of experience as a Mechanical tradesman or Mechanical supervisor
Or:- Two or more years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic 4 or supervisory position in such a trade
- Equivalent educational experience
And:- Supervisory knowledge and experience.
- Principles and practices of mechanical, welding, electrical systems and labor management.
- Familiarity with welding metal fabrication, mechanical sytems and equipment.
- Familiarity with local building codes, safety and related LNI, OSHA regulations.
- Ability to use sound judgment, demonstrate problem solving on difficult maintenance and project problems.
- Understand and interpret written and oral directions, specifications, and plans.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, documents, and specifications.
DESIRED:- Knowledge and awareness of local and state building codes.
- Working knowledge and the ability to operate hand and power tools common to the trades.
- Knowledge and ability to operate various light and heavy equipment.
- Ability to effectively communicate, supervise, train, and instruct staff engaged in various phases of new construction and facility maintenance.
- Basic computer skills.
- Experience working in a correctional setting.
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