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 Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking multiple Highway Maintenance Workers to join Eastern Region's Pavement Preservation and Striping Crews located in Spokane, WA. 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. Working in the maintenance area requires responsible, safety-minded individuals to accomplish assigned tasks. By taking on this role, you are serving a key and vital function to the State of Washington.
What to Expect
This recruitment is being used to fill one vacancy on the regional Pavement Preservation Crew and one vacancy on the regional Striping Crew. The Pavement position requires out of town work throughout the summer season to accommodate job requirements and accomplish mission goals.
The Striping position requires a substantial amount of time spent on the road and out of town, 6 to 7 weeks in several different locations. This will require 4 nights out on a 5 – 8-hour day schedule and 3 nights out on a 4 – 10-hour day schedule, increasing to weeks with 4 nights out on a 5/10 schedule when workload requires it.
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Highway Maintenance Worker 2 will:
Pavement Preservation Crew
Perform general roadway maintenance activities such as:
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.
Striping Crew
Perform all aspects of striping operations to maintain all the paint striping and pavement markings throughout Eastern Region such as:
Drive support truck for striper.
Operate edge line gun on striper.
Pre-mark and run Hydra-Boom on supply truck.
Measure and track supplies.
Assist in field layout and marking of roadways and in paint and bead gun field repairs and striper clean up.
Job Duties Performed by both Crews
Track, document, and report daily work activities.
Vegetation control, such as mowing or spraying.
Highway debris removal, including danger tree removal.
Safely operate Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A, B and C equipment including trucks up to 54,000 GVW equipped with various maintenance attachments.
Perform winter snow and ice removal, which includes operating dump trucks and sanders, as well as hauling sand and gravel.
Perform traffic control, which includes manually flagging traffic or signing for lane closures and operating attenuator/buffer truck.
Perform maintenance and minor repair on equipment and hand tools which includes sharpening power saws and chains, washing vehicles, and greasing tools and equipment, etc.
Act as a first responder to accident scene, spills, and other emergency situations.
Lead and train others in the absence of the Highway Maintenance Worker 3.
Effectively use radio, phone, computers, and electronic devices to communicate and document data.
Navigate rough and steep surfaces during the performance of job tasks.
Assist in the safe cleanup and removal of unlawful dwellings.
Qualifications
These are Highway Maintenance Worker 2 (HMW2) positions. However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the positions at a lower level, Highway Maintenance Worker 1 (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 this opportunity at the HMW1 level, the following is required:
One year of experience performing roadway maintenance, heavy equipment operation, or equivalent.
To be considered for this opportunity at the HMW2 level, the following is required:
Two (2) years of experience performing roadway maintenance, heavy equipment operation, or equivalent.
In addition, candidates at either level will have:
Possession of a Class A CDL with N endorsement without airbrake restrictions or acquire within 12 months of hire.
Possession of a valid Traffic Control/Flagging card, within 6 months of hire.
A high-level of awareness and attention to safety.
Ability to travel throughout the region to perform work.
Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and perform emergency call-outs/stand-by.
Ability to report in service to assigned duty station within 45 minutes of an after-hours call.
Ability to operate heavy equipment, and hand and power tools.
Ability to negotiate rough, steep terrain and work in all weather conditions.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Experience performing traffic control per MUTCD including planning, setting signs and cones or barrels, and flagging.
Important Notes
This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
These positions are not eligible for remote work.
The Paving position requires out of town work throughout the summer season to accommodate job requirements and accomplish mission goals.
The Striping position requires overnight travel for the striping operations.
These are Highway Maintenance Worker 2 (HMW2) positions. However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the positions at a lower level, Highway Maintenance Worker 1(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.
HMW1: $45,552 – $55,224
HMW2: $51,384 – $62,568
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; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). 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 individuals’ lifestyle.
Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
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:
An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
Contact details for a minimum 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 to 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. 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.
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.gov.
Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Daisha Jordan, at [email protected] . Please be sure to reference 24DOT-ER-61005 in the subject line.
Contact Person: Daisha Jordan
Email: [email protected]
Location:
• Spokane, WA
Application Method: Apply Online
Base Pay: $45,552.00 - $62,568.00 Annually
