Maintenance Mechanic 3-Control Technician Lead

Seattle Central College is looking to hire a Maintenance Mechanic 3-Control Technician Lead in Facilities & Plant Operations Department. 

Salary Range for this position is $58,632 to $76,944 annually (depending on experience). 

Opportunity is open until filled, first review of materials will begin April 27th, 2026. 

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Mechanic 3 - Controls Technician Lead will be responsible for performing a variety of skilled work in the operation, maintenance, repair, remodeling and construction of buildings, plumbing and heating systems, and equipment.  This role is an expert-level highly skilled tradesperson responsible for the maintenance and repair of complex building automation systems in a variety of settings, including industrial, commercial, and residential environments. This position may direct the work of maintenance personnel, equipment mechanics, and others performing skilled maintenance.

This position is Full-time, working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday primarily 8:00am - 5:00pm.

This position works 100% of the time on-site 

This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by WFSE

About Us

We are a district of three distinct colleges: North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation. 

Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.

As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will gain access to a great benefits package including: 

• Competitive Pay Rates 
• Promotional Opportunities 
• Great Medical, Dental, and Retirement plans 
• Paid Sick and Vacation Leave 
• Transportation benefits 
• Tuition Waivers
• PEBB Wellness Plan 
• Washington State Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice, including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.

Application Procedures:

• Attached current Resume
• Attached cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online

Notice to Applicants: 

Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams. As such, if you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Seattle Colleges is unable to extend post-completion optional practical training (OPT) to F-1 students who receive STEM degrees.

What you will be working on:

• Read plans and blueprints
• Determine scope of work, materials needed, and their cost and availability
• Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on building systems, including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and structural components, ensuring optimal performance. 
• Conducts routine maintenance on location-specific equipment; tracks inventory and coordinates equipment orders in compliance with purchasing guidelines.
• Performs preventive maintenance on shop equipment, vehicles, and construction machinery (e.g., oil changes, lubrication, tire repair, light replacement, belt replacement).
• Develops preliminary cost estimates for repairs, maintenance, and alteration projects.
• Troubleshoots and develops solutions for repair and maintenance issues.
• Reads and interprets plans, blueprints, and technical drawings to guide work.
• Enforce safety rules and maintain control of shop and laboratory activities according to established procedures
• Assist in overseeing the operation and maintenance of a central control and monitoring system; perform adjustments and recalibrations
• Monitor DDC via Iconics system to note and address faults with control valves, dampers, VFDS, JACE and Spyder controllers; temperature, pressure, CO2, humidity and occupancy sensors; and all other controlled devices 
• Coordinate with vendors on chiller and cooling towers maintenance
• Performs the duties of a Maintenance Mechanic 2 and provides leadership and guidance to other staff.

This description is not intended to cover every aspect of this job, we are a team that works together to meet the needs of those we serve, and every member of the team is expected to contribute, even beyond the specific responsibilities listed in this posting.

What you bring as a candidate: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience)

• Knowledge of: 
  • Equipment, methods and tools used in installations. 
  • Operation, maintenance, repair and modification of air systems, digital and electronic monitoring and measuring instruments.
  • Building automation networking, VLAN, VPN, and Java Application Control Engines (JACE) and all levels of controllers, CMMS, use and programming of automation software, analytics software.
  • Test instruments used in operation, calibration and repair of electronic and pneumatic instruments; record keeping. 
• Ability to: 
  • Read and understand instructional manuals, drawings, diagrams, plans and sketches using electrical and electronic symbols.
  • Fabricate minor equipment and electrical circuitry.
  • Keep records, make reports; establish and maintain effective work methods; schedule and assign work and maintain cooperative work relationships with others; work independently in improvising necessary systems components.

Physical Demands and Disability Accommodation

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with Seattle Colleges. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, application, interviewing, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact Human Resources.

PHYSICAL SETTING:

Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and motorized equipment
• Ability to exchange information with supervisor, lead, co-workers, and students
• Physical ability to perform required work, including (but not limited to) the ability to lift at least 50 pounds, and to walk, bend, twist, stoop, squat, kneel, climb, reach, grasp, push and pull on a regular to continuous basis
• Work is performed throughout the campus in a variety of weather conditions and encounters noises typical of these settings 

Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement

Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, hair texture or protective hairstyles, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of "bullying" behaviors, including "cyber bullying."

Students, employees, and applicants at Seattle Colleges can reach the Title IX Coordinator or ADA/Section 504 Coordinator for questions about discrimination, harassment or grievance procedures.

Background Check Statement 

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required.