Highway Maintenance Worker 3

State of Washington•Skamania County – Stevenson, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Worker 3 to support the safe and efficient operation of the state highway system within the Southwest Region. Under the direction of a Highway Maintenance Supervisor, this position performs skilled highway maintenance work, operates a variety of heavy equipment and tools, and helps maintain highways and highway structures in good working condition. Responsibilities include responding to weather events, emergencies, construction impacts, and other operational needs to help ensure the safe movement of people and commerce throughout the region. This position also provides leadership and guidance to lower-level maintenance workers and may occasionally supervise a crew in the absence of a supervisor. The successful candidate will play a key role in fostering a respectful, safety-focused, and collaborative work environment.

Requirements

Practical knowledge of highway maintenance practices, 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.
Proficiency in operating and maintaining a variety of Class A, B, and C highway maintenance equipment, tools, and vehicles in accordance with WSDOT standards.
Demonstrated ability to safely transport heavy equipment and materials between job sites.
Working knowledge of traffic control practices following the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
Ability to plan and implement safe work zones, including flagging, signage, and the use of cones/barrels.
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.
Skilled in the use of electronic systems for timekeeping, maintenance tracking, inventory management, and cost estimating (e.g., HATS, WZDB, TSMS).
Proficient in standard computer applications including Microsoft Office and email communication.
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 Supervisor, demonstrating sound decision-making and leadership skills.
Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
Takes action to meet the needs of others.
A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles.
Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with N endorsement.
Ability to obtain and maintain valid First Aid/CPR Certification.
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 respond to the assigned duty station within 60 minutes of an after-hours callout.
Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain and work at elevated heights, above 25 feet over land or water.

Nice To Haves

Skills and experience performing snow removal and anti-icing operations, including safe and efficient operation of plow trucks and application of de-icing materials to maintain safe driving conditions during storms.
Knowledge of the surrounding area.
High school graduation or GED

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate highway maintenance crews in the daily performance of maintenance and operations activities throughout State Highways.
Plan, schedule, document, and track maintenance activities, equipment usage, inventory, and project costs using computerized systems and maintenance records.
Train and support maintenance personnel in equipment operation, safety practices, highway maintenance procedures, and public relations.
Perform roadway maintenance and repair activities including pavement repair, drainage maintenance, vegetation management, sign and guardrail repair, erosion control, and litter and debris removal.
Operate and maintain a variety of highway maintenance equipment, tools, and vehicles to support roadway operations and emergency response activities.
Lead and perform snow and ice operations, including applying anti-icing materials, hauling maintenance materials, and maintaining stockpile sites.
Design, set up, and perform traffic control operations for roadway maintenance, emergency response, lane closures, detours, and full road or bridge closures in accordance with departmental and MUTCD standards.
Respond to emergency situations and support maintenance facility upkeep, equipment maintenance, unlawful dwelling cleanup efforts, and other assigned maintenance and operations activities.