Description

About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.

The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking to fill a Highway Maintenance Worker 2's in Pasco, WA. These journey-level position's are members of the regional maintenance organization. Operating a wide variety of highway equipment and tools, these positions are responsible for maintenance and repair of highways and highway structures to ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and commerce. These positions perform a variety of skilled maintenance tasks and may occasionally lead a crew in the absence of a Highway Maintenance Worker 3. These positions support the mission of WSDOT by providing necessary roadway maintenance to Washington’s highways.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will:

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  Asphalt and concrete pavement maintenance and repair.
• Drainage maintenance including catch basins, sedimentation facilities, and ditches.
• Erosion and slide repair.
• Sign maintenance, and repair.
• Guardrail, fence, and impact attenuator installation and repair.
• Danger tree removal; vegetation management, including pesticide application.
• Establish, maintain and repair landscaped areas.
• Haul materials such as rip rap, hot and cold asphalt.
• Remove litter on state right-of-way.
• Remove dead animals and debris from roadways.
• Track, document, and report daily work activities.
• Account for inventory and inventories highway section.
• Assists with constructing third party damage estimates.
• Snow and ice control.

Qualifications
These are Highway Maintenance Worker 2 (HMW2) positions. However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at the lower level (HMW1 depending on qualifications), providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal “in-training” plan.

To be considered for the HMW 2 In Training level:

• Valid current Driver’s License
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge of hand tools, power equipment, and some background working with equipment.
• One (1) year of experience performing roadway maintenance, farming, excavation, construction, heavy equipment operation, or equivalent.

To be considered for the HMW2 level:

• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with endorsement N and without airbrakes restriction, and ability to obtain Class A within 12 months of hire.
• Must maintain a CDL medical card.
• Two (2) years of experience performing roadway maintenance, farming, excavation, construction, heavy equipment operation, or equivalent.
• 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 (required within 6 months of hire).

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• High school graduation or possession of a GED certificate.

Important Notes

• Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 357-16-197 mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Compliance with this mandate is a condition of employment with WSDOT. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
• 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.
• These positions are 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. 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 individual’s lifestyle. Employees in this position enjoy a standard daytime schedule, working Monday-Thursday, with three-day weekends.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 paid vacation days per year!
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for 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:

• 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 listed Recruiter via email.

Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter S. Fields at fieldsS@wsdot.wa.gov Please be sure to reference 23DOT-SCR-50147 in the subject line.