Transportation Technician 3 | Lacey Design Office

State of Washington Dept. of Transportation; Lacey (WA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule options

Hybrid remote work

Paid holidays

Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking two Transportation Technician 3 to support the Olympic Region’s Tumwater Design Office. You will assist in developing design documentation, plans, and cost estimates to ensure projects are delivered to standards.

This role involves field visits, CAD work, and data collection to support safe and reliable transportation systems across Washington. A strong emphasis on teamwork and adherence to procedures is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
• Ability to use CAD and engineering software for design and documentation.
• Ability to document activities, calculations, and records per standards.
• Demonstrates a commitment to learning, growth, and service.

Responsibilities

• Provide CAD and design support for PS&Es per WSDOT standards.
• Develop and revise plan sheets, exhibits, alignments, and quantity calculations.
• Prepare roadway, drainage, utility, signing, and geometric design elements.
• Prepare and maintain design docs, specs, and cost estimates.
• Review drafting and project records for accuracy and quality control.
• Maintain electronic project files and version control.
• Perform quantity calculations and prepare tabulations and notes.
• Conduct field reviews to verify conditions and gather data.

Skills

Technical interpretation

Engineering software

Documentation & records

Growth mindset

Tools

CAD

Databases

Spreadsheets

Agency systems

Job description

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 two Transportation Technician 3 positions to support the Olympic Region’s Tumwater Design Office in the successful development and delivery of highway design projects. This position plays an important role in preparing design documentation, plans, specifications, and cost estimates that help ensure transportation projects are delivered in accordance with established standards. By supporting high-quality project design and providing technical guidance to design staff, this role contributes to the safety, reliability, and long-term resilience of Washington’s transportation system. The successful candidate will help advance WSDOT’s commitment to quality, safety, stewardship, and public service while contributing to a workplace built on respect, equal opportunity, and belonging.

What to Expect

These positions may occasionally perform field visits at outdoor project sites for observation, information gathering and occasional light physical activities. Exposure to hazards include traffic, noise, construction, weather, flora/fauna and uneven terrain.

Responsibilities

• Provide computer-aided drafting and design support for Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&Es) in accordance with WSDOT standards.
• Develop and revise plan sheets, exhibits, alignments, profiles, cross sections, engineering graphics, and quantity calculations.
• Prepare roadway, drainage, utility, signing, pavement marking, traffic control, right of way, and geometric design elements.
• Prepare and maintain design documentation, specifications, reports, exhibits, and cost estimates.
• Review drafting, calculations, and project records for accuracy, completeness, quality control, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Maintain electronic project files, design documentation, and version control.
• Perform quantity calculations and prepare quantity tabulations, structure notes, and contract estimates using engineering software.
• Conduct field reviews to verify existing conditions, gather design data, support quality control, and ensure compliance with safety requirements.

Qualifications

To be considered for these opportunities, the following competencies are required:

• Technical Interpretation, Analysis, & Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering plans, specifications, contract documents, manuals, and technical data; identify issues or discrepancies; and apply sound engineering judgment to support effective, practical solutions.
• Engineering Technology & Software: Demonstrated ability to use, or learn to use, engineering-related software and digital tools to support design, analysis, documentation, inspection, data collection, and project delivery (e.g., CAD, databases, spreadsheets, and agency systems). Note: Foundational knowledge may be supported by formal classroom training

• Engineering Documentation & Records Management: Demonstrated ability to accurately document engineering, inspection, survey, materials, or project support activities through reports, field notes, calculations, quantities, records, and other required documentation in accordance with established standards and procedures.
• Growth Mindset & Service-Oriented: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth. Demonstrates a willingness to take action to meet the needs of others.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:

• Communication Skills: Skills to communicate information effectively and professionally to a diverse audience, including those with non-technical backgrounds, both virtually and in-person, using a variety of electronic media, including, but not limited to telephones, email, text, video conferencing, and computer conferencing.
• Teamwork Skills: Experience in being able to effectively work both individually and within a diverse team environment.
• Work Prioritization: Experience in working independently and prioritize workload and handle multiple assignments.

Important Notes

• These positions offer flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• 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 357-28of the Washington Administrative Code.
• 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. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
• 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 their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?