Roadway Maintenance Apprentice - Equipment & Safety

State of Washington; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid vacation days

Tuition assistance

State retirement options

Job summary

State of Washington's WSDOT seeks a Highway Maintenance Worker 2 to keep WA highways safe and reliable. You will operate Class A/ B/C equipment, maintain pavement, drainage, and guardrails, and support emergency response efforts.

The role requires road maintenance skills, a valid Class A CDL with N endorsement, and strong safety discipline. In‑training opportunities exist; county pay is reflected in base salaries.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated highway maintenance skills including pavement repair and debris removal.
• Unrestricted Class A CDL with N endorsement and valid medical card to operate WA state vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Operate highway maintenance equipment per TEF list.
• Maintain guardrails, signs, and drainage features.
• Provide traffic control and work zone management.
• Transport equipment and materials between sites.
• Conduct daily equipment checks and basic repairs.
• Follow safety plans and PPE requirements.
• Respond to maintenance requests and coordinate with leadership.
• Lead crew in absence of senior technician.

Skills

Highway maintenance

Equipment operation

Traffic control

Safety awareness

Timekeeping systems

Team leadership

Education

Class A CDL with N endorsement + medical card

Washington State CDL requirements

Tools

HATS

WZDB

TSMS

Job description

State of Washington's WSDOT seeks a Highway Maintenance Worker 2 to keep WA highways safe and reliable. You will operate Class A/ B/C equipment, maintain pavement, drainage, and guardrails, and support emergency response efforts.

The role requires road maintenance skills, a valid Class A CDL with N endorsement, and strong safety discipline. In‑training opportunities exist; county pay is reflected in base salaries.