Crew Lead - Highway Maintenance & Heavy Equipment

State of Washington; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks a dependable Highway Maintenance Worker 3 to join the Walla Walla maintenance team. You will work outdoors maintaining state highways, structures, and adjoining right-of-way, operating equipment and performing hands-on repairs to pavement, drainage, and safety features.

This journey-level position leads daily work within the Walla Walla facility, with a typical four 10-hour shift schedule and a rotating night shift.

Qualifications

• Respect and Equity: Contribute to a work environment that fosters respect and equal opportunity.
• Highway and Roadway Maintenance Expertise: Advanced knowledge and experience in routine and emergency maintenance on highways and related infrastructure.
• Heavy Equipment Operations: Skilled in operating and maintaining heavy equipment (e.g., front-end loaders, sweepers, backhoe, dump trucks with snowplow).
• Leadership in Adverse Conditions: Ability to supervise personnel during snow and ice removal operations in day and night hours.
• Licensing & Certification: Valid Class A CDL with N endorsement, CDL Medical card, Washington State Flagging Card (or obtainable within 6 months), First Aid Certification (or obtainable within 6 months).
• Safety Awareness & Compliance: Strong safety procedures knowledge including PASP and training.
• Technical & Administrative Proficiency: Proficient with timekeeping, maintenance tracking, inventory, and MS Office.
• Growth Mindset: Commitment to learning and professional growth.
• Service-Oriented: Willingness to meet the needs of others.

Responsibilities

• Operate Class A, B, and C highway maintenance equipment and vehicles to complete tasks.
• Repair and maintain pavement, drainage, signs, guardrails, and roadside infrastructure.
• Perform vegetation management, erosion control, debris removal, and hazard pruning.
• Operate snow and ice control equipment and transport materials to keep roadways open.
• Set up and maintain traffic control, including flagging and lane closures.
• Inspect and perform minor repairs on equipment, vehicles, and tools.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with partner agencies when needed.
• Provide work direction and on-the-job training when serving in a lead capacity.

Job description

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks a dependable Highway Maintenance Worker 3 to join the Walla Walla maintenance team. You will work outdoors maintaining state highways, structures, and adjoining right-of-way, operating equipment and performing hands-on repairs to pavement, drainage, and safety features.

This journey-level position leads daily work within the Walla Walla facility, with a typical four 10-hour shift schedule and a rotating night shift.