Highway Maintenance Worker 2 (In-Training) | Port Orchard

State of Washington; Port Orchard, Washington (WA, District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Highway Maintenance Worker 2 to join their team in Port Orchard. This role involves maintaining and repairing state highways and structures, ensuring public safety through skilled labor and equipment operation. Ideal candidates will have experience in highway maintenance, heavy equipment, and traffic control. This position offers a career path with hands-on learning and mentorship, allowing you to progress within the Highway Maintenance Worker series. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the safety and efficiency of transportation in Washington State.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Paid vacation days

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in highway maintenance or related field.
• Possession of a valid driver's license to operate vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on highways and structures.
• Operate highway equipment for various tasks.
• Document daily work activities and maintenance performed.

Skills

Highway maintenance

Heavy equipment operation

Traffic control

Pesticide application

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Asphalt and concrete tools

Traffic control devices

Heavy machinery

Job description

About WSDOT

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking to fill a Highway Maintenance Worker 2 position inPort Orchard, WA. The selected candidate will assist with the area’s maintenance and repair of the state highways and highway structures to ensure the traveling public's safety. Some of the work includes traffic control, repair and installation of guardrail and jersey barrier, as well as mowing and ditching operations. Working in the maintenance area requires responsible, safety-minded individuals to perform a variety of skilled labor tasks and operate highway equipment and tools. This opportunity is perfect for someone who enjoys working with their hands, knowing their work is done on roadways and in a variety of weather conditions.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Highway Maintenance Worker 2 will:

• Perform day-to-day highway maintenance operations.
• Operate Class A, B and C highway equipment as designated on the approved Department of Transportation Equipment List (TEF) for highway maintenance.
• Perform asphalt and concrete pavement maintenance and repair; apply concrete, asphalt, and synthetic materials.
• Perform drainage maintenance to include catch basins, sedimentation facilities, and ditches.
• Perform erosion and slide repair.
• Perform sign maintenance and repair.
• Perform guardrail, fence, and impact attenuator installation and repair.
• Perform danger tree removal; vegetation management, including pesticide application; establish, maintain, and repair landscaped areas, including planting and remediating sites.
• Transport heavy equipment and materials between work sites.
• Remove litter on state right-of-way; remove dead animals and debris from roadways.
• Track, document, and report daily work activities into computerized systems (e.g., Highway Activity Tracking System (HATS), Work Zone Data base (WZDB), Traffic Sign Management System (TSMS, etc.); review computerized records to ensure accuracy.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity at the Highway Maintenance Worker 1 level, the following are required:

• One (1) year of experience performing maintenance activities in a related field of work, such as highway maintenance, logging, farming, excavation, trucking, or heavy equipment experience.
• Possession of an unrestricted valid driver’s license to legally operate vehicles in Washington State.

To be considered for this opportunity at the Highway Maintenance Worker 2 level, the following are required:

• Two (2) years of highway maintenance, logging, farming, excavation, or heavy equipment experience.

OR

• One (1) year of experience as a Highway Maintenance Worker 1 or equivalent.

AND

• Possession of an unrestricted Class A CDL with N endorsement to legally operate vehicles in Washington State; or obtain within twelve (12) months of hire.
• 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; or obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Possession of Washington State Pesticide Applicator’s License; or obtain within twelve (12) months of hire.

The following are required at both levels:

• Ability to work next to high-volume, high-speed traffic and ability to perform duties at elevated heights, above 25 feet over land or water
• The ability to transport materials and equipment up to 50 pounds.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• High school graduation, or possession of a GED certificate, or equivalent.
• Possession of an unrestricted Class A CDL with N endorsement to legally operate vehicles in Washington State.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions for business needs.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• This is an in-training position that offers a career path, hands-on learning, and mentorship. This position allows you to progress upward through the Highway Maintenance Worker series and achieve the goal class of a Highway Maintenance Worker 2. Candidates will be considered for a Highway Maintenance Worker 1 or Highway Maintenance Worker 2, depending on their qualifications.

Annual salary levels for each position are:

Highway Maintenance Worker 1: $46,920 - $56,880
Highway Maintenance Worker 2: $52,920 - $64,440

• Obtaining your Commercial Driver’s License is made easier with WSDOT! We provide on the job training and partial financial assistance for positions requiring CDLs.
• 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 applicableCollective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found inChapter 357-28of the Washington Administrative Code.
• This position is subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA). For more information, please go toDOT 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 visitwww.uscis.gov.

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees mayearn 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.
• PlanFor Your Future– WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have a choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go toState Benefitsfor 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 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 maycontact the listed Recruiter.

Contact Us

For inquiries aboutthis posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Amanda Strebeck, [e-mail]. Please be sure to reference Highway Maintenance Worker #30343e in the subject line.