Highway Maintenance Worker 1
About The Position
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a skilled and dependable Highway Maintenance Worker 1 in Cle Elum, Washington. The position supports year-round operation and maintenance of WSDOT rest areas throughout South Central Region Area 1, helping keep facilities safe, clean, welcoming, and operational for travelers. Work includes maintaining buildings and grounds, performing janitorial services and minor repairs, and responding to the needs of the traveling public. The position is not eligible for remote work. Employees must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency callouts or stand-by assignments 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions based on business needs.
Requirements
- Possess a valid driver’s license at the time of hire.
- Obtain and maintain First Aid Certification within 6 months of hire.
- Understand and follow workplace safety procedures, including confined space entry, fall protection, and hazardous material handling.
- Participate in the creation and implementation of Pre-Activity Safety Plans (PASP) and attend regular safety training.
- Interpret Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for proper chemical mixing and handling.
- Work effectively both independently in the field and as part of a team.
- Contribute to a work environment that fosters respect and equal opportunity.
- Demonstrate commitment to learning and growth.
- Take action to meet the needs of others.
- Maneuver and transport materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Work nights, weekends, and holidays, and perform emergency callouts or stand-by assignments 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain and work at elevated heights above 25 feet over land or water.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to perform routine maintenance in a facility, grounds, public works, construction, or related work environment.
- Demonstrated ability to safely and effectively select, operate, and maintain basic hand tools and power equipment used for routine maintenance and repairs.
Responsibilities
- Ensure restrooms are clean and operational.
- Pick up trash, remove graffiti, and paint as needed.
- Remove gum from floors and sidewalks; sweep, power wash, and mop floors; disinfect and scour surfaces; clean wash basins, toilets, and urinals; and occasionally wipe walls from floor to ceiling.
- Clean and disinfect hand dryers, toilet seat dispensers, and sanitary napkin boxes.
- Request supplies when they are low.
- Maintain and unclog drains, urinals, toilets, and sinks, then clean and disinfect them.
- Clean vents, replace air filters and light bulbs, remove spider webs, and clean filters.
- Take water samples as needed.
- Clean the utility room and equipment, and maintain and clean RV dump stations.
- Remove snow from vehicle entrances and exits, parking areas, sidewalks, and buildings using lawn tractors and side-by-sides with plow and blower attachments, walk-behind snowblowers, and shovels.
- Apply salt as needed to melt snow and ice on sidewalks and around buildings.
- Maintain rest-area buildings and grounds, perform minor repairs, and respond to the needs of the traveling public.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedules.
- Up to 25 paid vacation days per year for full-time employees.
- 12 paid holidays.
- Tuition assistance options for permanent employees, including tuition reimbursement programs, participating-college government discounts, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- A comprehensive benefits package with a variety of healthcare options.
- Choice of state retirement programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
