Maintenance Mechanic 2 (MM2) - Yakima

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic 2 (MM2)
Location:Yakima, WA
Closes:Friday, May 15, 2026
Salary:$60,132 - $69,740 Yearly. The salary does not include an additional on-site 24/7 facility 5% premium.

The Opportunity:

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is accepting applications for aMaintenance Mechanic 2 to support Ridgeview Community Facility by performing a variety of journey-level skilled work in operations, maintenance, repair, and construction of the core facility, storage, and work buildings, grounds, machinery, and equipment. You will work independently with little supervision, utilizing general knowledge of several skills including plumbing, electrical, welding, carpentry, and machinist work. If you are great at fixing things, have a general niche for repairing equipment, and meeting basic construction needs, we encourage you to join us at DCYF!

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Some of what you'll do:

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on various mechanical equipment including electrical drive motors, laundry, kitchen, and air-conditioning equipment.
• Perform maintenance, operation, and repair of electrical and mechanical systems and facility plumbing systems.
• Perform journey-level work in carpentry, painting, plumbing, steam fitting, electrical, mechanical, or machinist work.
• Operate hand and power tools, drill presses, skill saw, emery wheels, and other shop equipment as needed.
• Repair building fixtures, plumbing, heating, and air conditioning lines, laundry and kitchen equipment, motors, and electrical appliances.
• Repair and install windows, doors, screens, floors, floor coverings, and painted surfaces.
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical connection switches, circuits, electrical equipment, thermostats, and valves.
• Perform and schedule routine automobile maintenance, order facility supplies, and instruct youth and staff on care of facility equipment.
• Ensure necessary tools are operational and equipment is purchased in a timely manner to support general landscaping and grounds maintenance.
• Instruct staff and youth in use and care of facility equipment. Provide supervision and teach residents basic maintenance skills
• Monitor safety, fire protection, and environmental control equipment.
• Respond to service requests and secure necessary assistance while taking preventative and emergency action to control malfunctions.
• Complete monthly safety checklists that include testing exit lights, fire extinguishers, and all emergency lighting.

Required qualifications:

Four years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction or repair work, or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a skilled mechanic trade.

Must hold a valid driver’s license to operate state vehicles.

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:

• Experience in facility maintenance, including operating a variety of hand and power tools.
• Experience providing preventative maintenance and repairs on mechanical equipment.
• Experience performing maintenance, operation, and repair of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience performing maintenance and repairs of plumbing issues.

How do I apply?
Complete your applicant profile and attach the following documents:

• Letter of interest describing how you meet the specific qualifications for this position.
• Currentresumedetailing experience and education.

Supplemental Information:
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington’s children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our mission to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you are excited about this role but you believe that your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.

Applicants selected for an interview are required to pass a national fingerprint background check and complete a questionnaire mandated by the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) inquiring about any sexual misconduct. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but is considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.

This position requires at least two years of driving experience and a valid driver’s license.

This position is included a bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information:https://wfse.org/.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment or if you would like to request an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, contact the Talent Acquisition Specialist. If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at (855)524-5627 or email support@neogov.com.

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 360-664-1960.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUSTattach a copy of their DD214, NGB Form 22 or Predischarge Certification (issued not more than 120 days prior to End of Term of Service (ETS) by date of submission). If claiming preference based on Predischarge Certification, individual will be required to provide their official discharge documentation, such as a DD form 214, NGB form 22, or equivalent, within 30 days after the date of discharge. Please blackout (redact)t he social security number before attaching any documents. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.

DCYF participates in the federal E-Verify program. The selected candidate must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States, consistent with E-Verify requirements, on their first day of employment.