Heavy Equipment-Automotive Technician job in Lynnwood

Why Alderwood Water & Wastewater District?

WATER FOR LIFE, FOREVER
The Alderwood Water & Wastewater District’s (AWWD) mission is to provide clean, reliable water and wastewater services for a healthy community. As an organization we strive to build and maintain a system that will function for the next 100 years and beyond. We protect the natural environment, conserve water resources, and provide critical services, every day. Spanning 45 square miles in southwest Snohomish County, the District is the largest special purpose water/wastewater District in the State of Washington.

The District’s strategic plan includes the following strategies: ‘serve you today’, ‘plan for tomorrow’, ‘protect our water supply’, ‘manage our information and our physical assets’, and ‘build a learning organization’. Our staff are engaged in updating the tools and methods we use to serve a growing community more efficiently and effectively.

"Planning for the long tomorrow" is AWWD's guiding principle. We consider our decisions and prioritize resources and programs based on the impact to our customers and community today and for the next 100 years and beyond.

The Opportunity: Heavy Equipment/Automotive Technician

The Alderwood Water & Wastewater District (AWWD) is seeking a full-time Heavy Equipment/Automotive Technician for our Maintenance and Operations Department. Located in the fast-growing Puget Sound region, AWWD is focused on the expansion, maintenance, and replacement of its critical infrastructure. AWWD currently employs 147 employees and the Heavy Equipment/Automotive Technician is responsible for specialized and skilled work involving the diagnosis and repair of various automotive and major pieces of diesel and gas powered equipment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing internal combustion engines and systems, as well as heavy equipment while taking necessary corrective action. This position coordinates and administers a Preventive Maintenance Program.
Heavy Equipment/Automotive Technician will be performing administrative duties of the maintenance shop and is responsible for maintaining up-to-date and accurate manuals and reference guides and will be responsible for developing specifications for new equipment.

The ideal candidate will possess any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge and abilities required to perform the job. This individual will have acquired hands on experience in the diagnosis and repair of various automotive and major pieces of diesel and gas powered equipment, such as sewer cleaners, dump trucks, loaders, backhoes, equipment trailers, emergency power generators, and other heavy equipment.

Heavy Equipment/Automotive Technician must have excellent communication and writing skills and feel comfortable using a computer and related software applications. A Commercial Driver’s License Class A with Tanker and Air Brake Endorsements is required. An Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification, and/or a welding or similar mechanic certification are a strong plus.

Please see the complete job description for further details on the task and responsibilities for this position.

The pay range for this position is $69,909 - $93,662 annually, with a starting pay range of $69,909 - $80,912 dependent upon experience and qualifications.

Application Process

This position will remain open until filled. Please submit all application materials including a cover letter and resume by Sunday, April 18th, 2021 at 11:59 pm to be considered during the first review of applicants. Visit www.awwd.com/careers for a complete job description and to apply online. The tentative timeline for this hiring process is:

• Candidates invited to interview will be notified the week of May 3rd.
• Interviews are tentatively scheduled the week of May 10th.

For questions, clarifications, or other information please contact HR Analyst Nikita Huson-Thompson at (425) 582-1903. Prior to employment, a criminal history background check and reference checks will be conducted on the top candidates. The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains policies for a drug-free and smoke-free work environment.