Highway Maintenance Worker 2 | Leavenworth

State of Washington•Chelan County – Leavenworth, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Worker to join their regional maintenance team. This journey-level role involves operating various highway maintenance equipment and tools to maintain and repair state highways and structures, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of people and commerce. The position performs a wide range of skilled maintenance activities and may involve leading a maintenance crew in the absence of a Highway Maintenance Worker 3.

Requirements

Ability to apply knowledge and skills in highway and maintenance operations, including traffic control, vehicle operation, snow and ice ops, and equipment handling, ensuring safe and effective completion of tasks.
Demonstrated ability to perform roadway maintenance, snow and ice ops, heavy equipment operation, or equivalent work requiring similar knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Effectively communicate with diverse audiences, both orally and in writing, to provide clear information and support collaboration.
Provide responsive, courteous, and professional service to internal and external customers, resolving issues and maintaining positive relationships.
Manage workload independently, efficiently prioritizing multiple assignments to meet deadlines and operational needs.
Proficiently use Windows-based computers and software to complete documentation, reporting, and operational tasks accurately and efficiently.
Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
Takes action to meet the needs of others.
Class B CDL with N endorsement without restrictions.
Must obtain Class A CDL (without restrictions) with endorsement N and without air brake restriction within 12 months of hiring.
Possession of a valid Traffic Control/Flagging card with experience performing traffic control per MUTCD, including planning, setting signs and cones or barrels, and flagging; or obtained within six months of employment.
Obtain and maintain a valid First Aid/CPR certification within six months of hire.
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 report in service to the assigned duty station within 45 minutes of an after-hours call.
This position requires participation in emergency response, including nights, weekends, holidays, standby, and call-back as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience adhering to safety policies and diligence in performing work in a safe manner.
Experience in working independently and prioritizing workload, with the ability to handle multiple assignments.
Experience performing traffic control per MUTCD, including planning, setting signs and cones or barrels, and flagging.
High school graduation, or possession of a GED certificate, or equivalent.
Washington Class A CDL (without restrictions) with endorsement N and without air brakes restriction.
Washington State Pesticide Applicator’s License

Responsibilities

Perform highway maintenance activities, including asphalt and concrete pavement repairs, drainage system maintenance, erosion control, and repairs to signs, guardrails, fences, and impact attenuators.
Maintain roadside infrastructure by removing hazardous trees, establishing and restoring landscaped areas, removing litter and roadway debris, and hauling maintenance materials.
Operate snow and ice control equipment, load and transport materials, and maintain stockpile sites to keep roadways safe and open for travel.
Respond to emergencies by establishing traffic control, supporting road and bridge closures, operating attenuator vehicles, and assisting at collision scenes, spills, and other incidents.
Coordinate emergency response activities with internal staff and external agencies while providing updates and recommending additional resources as needed.
Inspect, maintain, and perform minor repairs on maintenance equipment, vehicles, hand tools, and power tools to ensure safe and reliable operation.
Assist with the safe cleanup and removal of unlawful dwellings while following established procedures for hazardous materials and coordinating with partner agencies.
Lead maintenance crews in the absence of a Highway Maintenance Worker 3 by planning work, assigning tasks, and providing equipment instruction and on-the-job training.