Small Engine Mechanic

Salary

$42.20 - $53.49 Hourly

Location

West Point Treatment Plant - 1400 Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle, WA

Job Type

Career Service (Exec)

Job Number

2026-28113

Department

DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks

Division

Wastewater Treatment

Opening Date

10/05/2026

Closing Date

10/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

A2 : SEIU L925-Wastewater

Full- or Part-Time

Full Time

Hours/Week

40 hours/week

Summary

This is a transfer opportunity, and first consideration is given to qualified transfer-eligible employees in the same classification. If no qualified transfer-eligible candidate is selected, external applicants will be considered.

This recruitment will hire for one (1) position. In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future Industrial Engine Mechanics (West Point Treatment Plant) Career Service vacancies within the Wastewater Treatment Division over the next 6 months.

Join the West Point Maintenance team as an Industrial Engine Mechanic, maintaining and repairing critical engine systems, including backup generators and the plant's cogeneration system. This hands-on role directly supports reliable wastewater treatment and provides an opportunity to use and expand your technical skills while working on a variety of industrial engine equipment.

About the Role:

The Industrial Engine Mechanic maintains and repairs diesel and biogas engines, generators, pumps, and related systems at West Point and offsite facilities throughout King County. This role performs preventive and corrective maintenance, responds to equipment issues, and works closely with Operations and other trades to help keep critical wastewater systems safe, reliable, and available when needed.

About the Team:

King County protects water quality and public health in the central Puget Sound region by providing high-quality, effective wastewater treatment. Our wastewater operators and maintenance teams prevent the spread of disease, protect the environment, and support the communities we serve.

If you're passionate about making a difference, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to play a hands-on role in maintaining essential mechanical systems, join us in our mission to safeguard King County's water resources.

Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come With over 1000 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. Success for us means upholding our legacy while promising future generations a pristine environment.

We partner with regulatory agencies to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that services over 2.3 million King County residents . Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to safeguard our precious water resources.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Industrial Engine Mechanic, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity .

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities.

Job Duties

What You Will Be Doing:

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and overhaul engine-driven equipment and generator power systems (up to 13.09 KV), including power generation systems, diesel standby emergency generators, large-bore co-generating engines, engine-driven pumps, and all related ancillary equipment, including the COGEN.
  
• Maintain accurate recor