Lead Highway Maintenance & Traffic Control Specialist

State of Washington Dept. of Transportation; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Tuition assistance

Healthcare options

Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Worker 3 – Lead to head the Area 1 Work Zone Traffic Control Team. You will lead a crew, operate highway equipment, and set up/maintain traffic control to keep roadways safe for the traveling public.

The role requires a valid CDL Class A with DOT medical certificate, a traffic control/flagging card, and First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate safety leadership and identify hazards in high-risk environments.
• Ability to lead and coordinate work of others and mentor team members.
• Experience in roadway maintenance activities including snow/ice control and traffic control.
• Commitment to learning and growth in a public-service role.
• Strong service orientation to meet the needs of others.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate equipment and personnel with fellow crew leaders.
• Prepare Third-Party Damage estimates and document work.
• Enter maintenance activities into HATS, WZDB, TSMS; review records for accuracy.
• Provide traffic control and assist in pavement repair.
• Perform drainage and sign maintenance and repair tasks.
• Serve as traffic control lead during emergencies and maintenance work.

Skills

Safety Leadership

Leadership & Crew Coordination

Roadway Maintenance

Growth Mindset

Service-Oriented

Education

CDL Class A

Traffic Control/Flagging Card

First Aid Certification

DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate

Job description

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a Highway Maintenance Worker 3 – Lead to head the Area 1 Work Zone Traffic Control Team. You will lead a crew, operate highway equipment, and set up/maintain traffic control to keep roadways safe for the traveling public.

The role requires a valid CDL Class A with DOT medical certificate, a traffic control/flagging card, and First Aid certification.