Employer: Washington State Department of Transportation
Job 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 Washington State Ferry (WSF) system is an essential part of Washington's transportation network with more than 1,800 employees working together to safely and efficiently carry nearly 24 million passengers a year! There are over 400 sailings each day on 9 ferry routes across Puget Sound and through the San Juan Islands, including an international route to Sidney, British Columbia.
The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a Sheet Metal Worker to perform sheet metal work, welding, rigging, and ventilation system maintenance in accordance with state and US Coast Guard requirements.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you/the Sheet Metal Worker will:
Fabricate, Install, and repair galvanized metal and corrugated roofing, flashing, gutters, downspouts, metallic mesh enclosures, restroom partitions, storage lockers, sheet metal pipe wrap motor covers, and various brackets.
Perform general repair and fabrication.
Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, or product specifications to determine the sequence and methods of fabrication, assembly, and installation of sheet metal products.
Perform minor gas, heli-arc, and electric welding.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
Journey-level skilled trades experience related to sheet metal fabrication.
Current State-issued driver’s license.
Ability to work emergency after-hours callouts and overtime.
Ability to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) within 90 days of employment.
Important Notes
This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
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.
Why WSDOT
Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensuring that our staff experiences the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle.
Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum of 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 your 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:
An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
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.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application for this opportunity.
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. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam-era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, 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.
WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.wa.gov
Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Renee Mason, at [email protected]. Please be sure to reference 24DOT-WSF-C0613m in the subject line.
Contact Person: Renee Mason
Email: [email protected]
Location:
• Kitsap County, WA
Application Method: Apply Online
Base Pay: $77,068.08 Annually
