Highway Maintenance Worker 2 | Two Positions
About The Position
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking two Highway Maintenance Workers to support the safe and reliable operation of Washington’s transportation system. These journey-level positions perform skilled maintenance and repair work on highways, bridges, overpasses, and other transportation infrastructure to help ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and commerce. Working collaboratively with regional maintenance teams and other WSDOT work groups, these positions respond to changing operational needs while maintaining a strong focus on employee and public safety. These roles provide an opportunity to make a direct impact on the communities WSDOT serves by helping maintain a safe, dependable, and resilient transportation system.
Requirements
- Demonstrated proficiency in roadway maintenance, snow and ice operations, heavy equipment operation, or equivalent work requiring similar knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to use basic computers and electronic tablets to communicate, capture, and retrieve information.
- Demonstrated commitment to learning, growth, and developing new skills and knowledge.
- Demonstrated willingness to take action to meet the needs of others.
- A valid Class B CDL without restrictions, with an N (tanker) endorsement and with the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within 12 months of hire.
- A current DOT medical card.
- A valid Traffic Control/Flagging card or the ability to obtain within three (3) months of hire.
- Obtain and maintain valid First Aid/CPR Certification within six (6) months of hire.
- A valid CDL medical card.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and perform emergency callouts/stand-by 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Ability to transport, move, and manipulate various types of equipment weighing 50 pounds or more.
- Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain and work elevated heights, above 50 feet over land or water.
Nice To Haves
- Experience performing traffic control in accordance with the MUTCD, including planning, setting signs, cones or barrels, and flagging and a valid Traffic Control/Flagging card.
- Demonstrated knowledge of traffic control requirements and practices in accordance with the MUTCD, including planning, work zone setup, placement of traffic control devices, and flagging operations.
Responsibilities
- Perform traffic control operations in accordance with WSDOT standards and safety policies.
- Maintain and repair pavement, guardrails, drainage systems, signs, fences, bridges, and roadway features.
- Remove debris, litter, vegetation, and other roadway obstructions.
- Install and maintain highway pavement markings.
- Operate Class A, B and C Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) equipment.
- Perform snow and ice control and haul maintenance materials.
- Provide general labor and equipment support to maintenance crews.
- Maintain and perform minor repairs on vehicles, equipment, and tools.
- Complete required reports, documentation, safety meetings, and training.
Benefits
- 12 paid holidays
- Up to 25 paid vacation days per year
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state
- Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options
- Choice of state retirement programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
