Job Description
Posting number: 26DOT-SCR-50614mn
Department: Dept. of Transportation
Division: South Central Region
Job classification: HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER 2
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Trades, Transportation, Maintenance, Construction Maintenance, Construction Trades
About WSDOT
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world’s widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking to fill three temporary Highway Maintenance Worker 2 positions in Prosser, WA. As a valued member of the regional maintenance team, you will play a vital role in preserving highways and transportation infrastructure that supports the safe and efficient movement of people and commerce. These positions directly contribute to WSDOT’s mission by ensuring roadways remain in safe operating condition through essential maintenance activities. Join a team dedicated to delivering dependable transportation services that enhance public safety and improve the quality of life for communities across Washington.
What to Expect
These positions perform work that is often physical in nature and performed primarily outdoors in all weather conditions, next to live traffic, and may work at elevated heights above 25 feet over land or water or perform work in a confined environment, low to the ground, or at ground level. A typical schedule is Monday - Thursday, 40-hours per week, for 4, 10-hour days. During Winter, shifts - daytime and nighttime, Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday. Weekends and holidays may be required to respond to non-scheduled call-out emergencies.
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Highway Maintenance Worker 2 will:
- Perform roadway maintenance and repair, including asphalt and concrete pavement repairs using concrete, asphalt, and synthetic materials.
- Maintain highway infrastructure by repairing drainage systems, catch basins, sedimentation facilities, ditches, guardrail, fencing, impact attenuators, signs, and addressing erosion and slide damage.
- Conduct vegetation management, including danger tree removal, pesticide application, landscaping, planting, and site restoration to maintain safe highway corridors.
- Support roadway operations by hauling materials, maintaining stockpile sites, removing litter, debris, and dead animals from state rights-of-way, and assisting with third-party damage estimates as needed.
- Perform snow and ice control operations, including loading and operating equipment to distribute sand, gravel, and other materials to maintain safe travel conditions.
- Design, establish, and implement traffic control for maintenance activities, lane and road closures, and bridge closures in accordance with WSDOT policies and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), including flagging and attenuator/buffer truck operations.
- Respond to accidents, spills, and other emergency incidents as a first responder, coordinating traffic control and response efforts with external agencies while communicating status and resource needs to supervisors.
- Track, document, and report work activities, maintain inventory accountability, and perform other maintenance and customer service duties as assigned to support regional operations.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required
- Licensing & Certification:
- Possession of a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with N endorsement and without airbrakes restriction.
- Washington State Flagging Card (or ability to obtain within two (2) months of appointment).
- First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain within six (6) months of appointment).
- Valid CDL Medical card.
- Basic Highway Maintenance Skills: Basic understanding of highway maintenance tasks such as pavement repair, drainage systems, erosion control, vegetation management, sign and guardrail installation, and debris removal. Basic understanding and knowledge of hand tools, power equipment, and other tools and equipment required to perform job tasks.
- Safety Awareness & Compliance: Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures and commitment to following safety policies, including confined space entry, fall protection, and hazardous material handling. Ability to participate in the creation and implementation of Pre-Activity Safety Plans (PASP) and attend regular safety training.
- Technical & Administrative Proficiency: Ability to use electronic systems for timekeeping, maintenance tracking, inventory management, and cost estimating. Proficient in standard computer applications including Microsoft Office and email communication.
- Highway and Roadway Maintenance Expertise: Demonstrated experience performing routine and emergency maintenance on highways, roadways, and related infrastructure including pavement repair, drainage systems, erosion control, vegetation management, sign and guardrail installation, and debris removal. Ability to assess maintenance needs and perform repairs to highway structures, roadside features, and landscapes.
- Heavy Equipment Operations: Skilled in operating and maintaining heavy equipment (e.g. front-end loaders, tractor mowers, sweepers, flushers, truck-mounted attenuators, backhoe, vactor, 32,000-60,000 GVW Dump truck with snowplow and chemical deicer attachments).
- Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently in the field. Capable of leading a crew in the absence of a Highway Maintenance Worker 3, demonstrating sound decision-making and leadership skills.
- Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
- Service-Oriented: Demonstrates a willingness to take action to meet the needs of others.
In addition to the above, the following are also required
- Ability to work at ground level, in confined spaces, and at elevated heights above 25 feet over land or water.
- Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain.
- Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, to respond to unscheduled work, call-outs, or emergencies.
- Ability to respond to emergency situations in all weather conditions, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, individually or as part of a team.
- It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Operational Knowledge: Ability to interpret, comprehend, and implement plans, policies, and procedures in daily highway maintenance operations, including snow and ice control, traffic control, and roadway safety.
- Commercial Driver Licensing: Possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with N endorsement and no airbrake restriction.
- Highway Maintenance Operations: Demonstrated ability to perform highway maintenance activities, including operating equipment, conducting snow and ice control, implementing traffic control, and performing roadway, drainage, and roadside maintenance and repair.
Important Notes
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position is not eligible for remote work.
- In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
- This position is subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA). For more information, please go to DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing
- WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov
Why WSDOT
- Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle.
- Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees mayearn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have a choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go toState Benefitsfor more information.
Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter listed.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Sidra.Fields@wsdot.wa.gov Please be sure to reference 26DOT-SCR-50614mn in the subject line.
