Highway Maintenance Technician II: Field & Equipment

State of Washington Dept. of Transportation; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Tuition assistance

Retirement options

Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) in Moses Lake, WA seeks a Highway Maintenance Worker 2 to support the North Central Region. The role involves asphalt and concrete maintenance, traffic control, and repair of highway structures, with duties performed outdoors near high-speed traffic in varying weather.

Qualified candidates will have a CDL Class B with N endorsement, ability to obtain a Pesticide Applicator license within 12 months, and be prepared for extended shifts and

Qualifications

• Washington State CDL Class B license (no airbrake restrictions) with N endorsement and current medical card is required prior to employment.
• At or above Highway Maintenance Worker 2 level: demonstrated roadway maintenance, construction, heavy equipment operation, and related experience.
• Ability to obtain Washington State Pesticide Applicator license within 12 months; training assistance provided by WSDOT.

Responsibilities

• Operate highway maintenance equipment (Class A/B/C) and perform routine upkeep of roadways and structures.
• Maintain drainage, erosion control, and vegetation; perform sign and guardrail maintenance.
• Respond to emergency calls, include nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Assist with safety planning, PASP development, and compliance with MSDS handling requirements.
• Work outdoors in variable weather, on active roadways, with exposure to high traffic.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Job description

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) in Moses Lake, WA seeks a Highway Maintenance Worker 2 to support the North Central Region. The role involves asphalt and concrete maintenance, traffic control, and repair of highway structures, with duties performed outdoors near high-speed traffic in varying weather.

Qualified candidates will have a CDL Class B with N endorsement, ability to obtain a Pesticide Applicator license within 12 months, and be prepared for extended shifts and