Highway Maintenance Worker 3 | Walla Walla

State of Washington; Walla Walla (WA); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Description du poste

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking a dependable and safety-minded Highway Maintenance Worker 3 to join our maintenance team in Walla Walla, Washington. In this journey-level role, you’ll work outdoors as part of a team responsible for maintaining and repairing state highways, highway structures, and adjacent right of way. You’ll operate a variety of highway maintenance equipment and tools while performing hands‑on work that helps keep Washington’s transportation system safe, reliable, and moving. Your work may include maintaining asphalt and concrete, signs and guardrails, drainage and culverts, traffic control systems, and other highway infrastructure. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment, solving problems, working with a team, and taking pride in a job well done, this is an opportunity to build a career while making a direct difference in your community.

What to Expect

This position acts as a crew lead within a shop of (9) Highway Maintenance Worker 2 positions. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily maintenance work in the Walla Walla maintenance facility in Area 4 of the South-Central region. Work includes, but is not limited to, the maintenance and repair of the roadway, roadside, right of way, and all associated highway safety features which are part of the highway system.

The typical schedule is four 10-hour shifts (40 hours per week), with participation in a rotational night shift. You may work near high-volume, high-speed traffic, stand for extended periods, and navigate rough, steep, or uneven terrain. Some work may occur at heights or over land or water.

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

• Operate Class A, B, and C highway maintenance equipment, trucks, tools, and vehicles to complete maintenance and repair activities.
• Repair and maintain asphalt and concrete pavement, drainage systems, signs, guardrails, and other roadside infrastructure.
• Perform roadside maintenance, including vegetation management, erosion control, debris and litter removal, and danger tree removal.
• Operate snow and ice control equipment and hauling materials to help keep roadways safe and open for travel.
• Set up and maintain traffic control, including flagging, lane closures, and operating attenuator vehicles.
• Inspect, maintain, and perform minor repairs on maintenance equipment, vehicles, and tools.
• Respond to emergencies such as collisions, spills, severe weather, and other incidents, working independently or as part of a team and coordinating with partner agencies when needed.
• Provide work direction, equipment instruction, and on‑the‑job training to crew members when serving in a lead capacity.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required:

• Respect and Equity: Experience contributing to a work environment that fosters a culture of respect and equal opportunity.
• Highway and Roadway Maintenance Expertise: Demonstrated advanced knowledge and experience performing routine and emergency maintenance on highways, roadways, and related infrastructure including pavement repair, drainage systems, erosion control, vegetation management, sign and guardrail installation, and debris removal. Ability to assess maintenance needs and perform repairs to highway structures, roadside features, and landscapes.
• Heavy Equipment Operations: Skilled in operating and maintaining heavy equipment (e.g. front‑end loaders, tractor mowers, sweepers, flushers, truck‑mounted attenuators, backhoe, vactor, 26,000 -56,000 GVW Dump truck with snowplow and chemical deicer attachments).
• Leadership in Adverse Conditions: Proven ability to supervise personnel engaged in snow and ice removal operations, ensuring safe and effective performance in adverse weather conditions during both day and nighttime hours.
• Licensing & Certification:
  • Possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with N endorsement without airbrakes restriction.
  • Valid CDL Medical card.
  • Washington State Flagging Card (or ability to obtain within six (6) months of appointment).
  • First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain within six (6) months of appointment).
• Safety Awareness & Compliance: Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures and commitment to following safety policies, including confined space entry, fall protection, and hazardous material handling. Ability to participate in the creation and implementation of Pre‑Activity Safety Plans (PASP) and attend regular safety training.
• Technical & Administrative Proficiency: Ability to use electronic systems for timekeeping, maintenance tracking, inventory management, and cost estimating. Proficient in standard computer applications including Microsoft Office and email communication.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service‑Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

In addition to one of the above, the following are also required:

• Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain.
• Ability to work at heights exceeding 25 feet over land or water.
• Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, extended hours, alternate shifts, standby assignments, rotational day and night shifts, and emergency callouts as needed.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Ability to interpret, comprehend, and implement the Maintenance Manual.
• Knowledge of Snow and Ice Plans and the ability to lead a crew in effectively interpreting and implementing the procedures during winter operations.
• Ability to interpret, comprehend, and lead a crew in implementing the M54-44 Manual and the MUTCD.
• Ability to understand our Integrated Roadside Vegetation Management Plan and be able to work along the State highway right‑of‑way to demonstrate this.
• Ability to operate any piece of equipment to support all the above job functions.
• Washington State Pesticide Applicator license.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• 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.
• This position is subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). 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 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.
• Plan For 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 to State Benefits for more information.

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 recruiter listed.

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