Maintenance Mechanic 1

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

July 20, 2026

If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):

626J-YN_CS_NPS - Maintenance Mechanic 1

Business Title:

Maintenance Mechanic 1

Employee Type:

Classified

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

As a Maintenance Mechanic 1, you will inspect, maintain, repair, and support the operation of Washington State University Athletics facilities, equipment, and grounds. In this role, your primary responsibilities include performing semi-skilled maintenance and repair work on athletic facilities and support equipment; conducting preventive maintenance inspections; assisting with special maintenance and repair projects; operating tools, vehicles, and equipment; and supporting the maintenance and upkeep of sports turf and grounds.

In this position, you will also support athletic competitions, practices, and special events through the setup, installation, testing, operation, and removal of event-related equipment and infrastructure.

You will provide direction and oversight to student employees assisting with maintenance, facility operations, and event support activities. Your work is performed independently on routine assignments and may require evening and weekend hours to support athletic facility operations and scheduled events. 

Additional Information:

This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary:

$4,746 to $5,506 | Range 45G (Steps G-M) | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits:

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

• High school graduation or equivalent and two (2) years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction or repair work; OR equivalent education/experience.

• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.

• Ability to work varied hours and days, including nights and weekends for WSU Athletic games and events dependent.

• Experience in planning, directing, and carrying out single and multiple job tasks in a timely manner.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experiencing testing PA systems and scoring systems for proper functioning.

• Experience using computer email programs such as Outlook, Gmail, or other similar product.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and effectively communicate with other units within the department.

• Experience working with and leading students/temp-hourly employees.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility:

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department/Area:

wsucougars.com/

Area:

Athletics, Intercollegiate
 

Department Name:

Event & Facility Operations
 

Location:

Pullman, WA

Application Instructions:

Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the