Rest Area & Grounds Maintenance Technician

State of Washington; Ritzville (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Tuition assistance

Healthcare options

Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks two Highway Maintenance Workers to keep rest areas and highway facilities clean, safe, and well-maintained. You will support upkeep of essential facilities and rights of way, ensuring safe and reliable travel for Washington communities.

Responsibilities include cleaning rest areas, maintaining grounds, collecting water samples, and handling equipment.

Qualifications

• Safety procedures are followed to maintain a safe work environment.
• Custodial cleaning, sanitation, waste removal, and supply replenishment tasks.
• Operate and maintain lawn and grounds-maintenance tools and equipment.
• Outdoor maintenance tasks in varying weather conditions.
• Provide courteous service to travelers and internal staff.
• Collaborate effectively with a team to complete maintenance operations.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow in the role.
• Provide service-oriented support to the public and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Clean, maintain, and repair rest area facilities, grounds, and amenities.
• Disinfect restrooms, replenish supplies, and manage waste and parking areas.
• Collect monthly water samples and report facility concerns.
• Maintain landscaped areas and irrigation systems; operate grounds equipment.
• Remove snow/ice and ensure safe access to buildings and facilities.
• Transport materials, haul trash, and assist supervisor as needed.
• Coordinate with law enforcement as needed for safety and hazard management.

Skills

Safety procedures

Custodial maintenance

Equipment operation

Outdoor maintenance

Customer service

Teamwork

Growth mindset

Service-oriented

Tools

Lawn equipment

Power tools

Job description

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks two Highway Maintenance Workers to keep rest areas and highway facilities clean, safe, and well-maintained. You will support upkeep of essential facilities and rights of way, ensuring safe and reliable travel for Washington communities.

Responsibilities include cleaning rest areas, maintaining grounds, collecting water samples, and handling equipment.